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🎓 Can international students work part-time in Korea?
Quick answer
D-2 students and D-4-1 language students must first get part-time work permission from the immigration office. Working without it can lead to heavy penalties, so start only after permission is granted.
D-2 students and D-4-1 language students must first get part-time work permission from the immigration office. Working without it can lead to heavy penalties, so start only after permission is granted.
Key facts
| Who | D-2 (degree) and D-4-1 (language course) |
|---|---|
| Hours | Depend on school, year, Korean level (TOPIK) and grades |
| Fee | KRW 20,000 (part-time work permit for D-2/D-4) |
| Processing | Usually 10 days |
| Change job | Report within 15 days |
How to do it
- Get a part-time work confirmation from your school's international office
- Prepare the contract, employer business registration copy and Korean level proof
- Apply on HiKorea e-application or book a visit
- Start working only after permission
⚠️ Watch out · Delivery rider and logistics jobs are common violation cases. "Cash pay is fine" is not true.
Official sources
Checked: 2026-11-09
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Guidance only, not legal or visa advice. Rules change; check the official source.
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