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Visa & Stay
Q

Who is eligible for the D-10 visa?

A

Foreign graduates of Korean universities (any degree) and overseas Bachelor's degree holders who meet the points-based threshold. Points are awarded for age, education, Korean proficiency (TOPIK), and prior Korean residency.

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Setup & Banking
Q

Can I drive in Korea on my home country license alone?

A

No. A foreign domestic license by itself is not valid for driving in Korea. You need either an International Driving Permit issued in your home country, valid for one year from your entry date, or a Korean license obtained through exchange. Driving without valid authorization is treated as unlicensed driving under the Road Traffic Act.

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Healthcare
Q

Can I go to a Korean emergency room without an ARC?

A

Yes. The Emergency Medical Service Act guarantees emergency care to foreigners staying in Korea, and hospitals register patients by passport number when no ARC exists. Without an ARC linked to NHIS, you pay the full uninsured amount. Ask the hospital's social work team about the Ministry of Health and Welfare support program for uninsured patients before you are discharged.

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Daily Life
Q

Is it illegal to drink alcohol on the street in Korea?

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No. Korea has no general law against drinking or carrying an open container on the street. The exception is a designated alcohol-free zone under the National Health Promotion Act, where an administrative fine of up to 100,000 KRW applies. Districts designate those zones individually, so check your local district office notice.

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D-10 Job Seeker Visa - How to Apply (2026 Guide)

Complete guide to D-10 job seeker visa in Korea: eligibility points, documents, application steps, fees, and conversion to E-7 work visa.

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  • ✓Validity: 6 months per period, max 2 years total
  • ✓Eligibility: Bachelor's degree (or D-2 graduate in Korea) + points threshold
  • ✓Apply via: HiKorea online or local Immigration Office
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WHY THE KOREAFY

Why The Koreafy?

Living in Korea info is scattered. We bring it together - verified, current, and clear.

Official Sources Only

Every guide cites primary sources: HiKorea, KIIP, NHIS, and Korean government portals. No recycled hearsay.

For All Foreigners

From students (D-2) and job seekers (D-10) to permanent residents (F-5) and marriage migrants (F-6) - covered.

Always Updated

Korean immigration rules change often. We update guides whenever policy or fees shift, with the change date logged.

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Visa & Stay

Korean visa types (D-2, D-10, F-2, F-5, F-6, E-7), visa extension (ARC), permanent residency, and naturalization guides for foreigners.

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D-10 Job Seeker Visa - How to Apply (2026 Guide)

✓ Validity: 6 months per period, max 2 years total

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Hướng dẫn đổi tư cách lưu trú tại Hàn Quốc cho người Việt: từ D-2 và D-10 lên E-7, lệ phí 130.000 won, hồ sơ cần nộp và cách đặt lịch trên HiKorea.

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Setup & Banking

Settling in Korea: housing rentals, telecom (mobile/internet), bank accounts, credit cards, and money transfers for foreigners.

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Korea Foreign Driver License Exchange: The Document That…

✓ An International Driving Permit covers you for 1 year from your entry date, not from your arrival address registration

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How foreign tenants enroll in Korean jeonse deposit insurance in 2026: ARC rules, HUG vs SGI premiums, required documents, and the halfway deadline.

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Healthcare

Korean National Health Insurance for foreigners, finding hospitals with English service, medical cost reimbursement, and emergency procedures.

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Korea Emergency Room as a Foreigner: What It Costs and Who…

✓ Call 119 for an ambulance (free, public) and ask for an interpreter on the line

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韓国旅行中に歯が痛くなったら？保険なしでも受診でき、スケーリングは約5万ウォンから。明洞の日本語対応クリニック、当日予約の手順、支払い方法、帰国後の保険請求まで公式情報ベースで整理しました。

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Daily Life

Everyday life in Korea: driving licenses, public transport, Korean language learning (TOPIK), culture, etiquette, and seasonal customs.

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Korea Public Drinking Rules: The Parks Where a Beer Costs…

✓ No nationwide ban: the National Health Promotion Act lets each district set its own alcohol-free zones

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