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Visa & Stay
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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
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What is the move-in report deadline in days for foreigners?

A

Registered foreigners must report within 15 days of moving in, under Article 36 of the Immigration Act. The count generally starts the day after you move. The 15 days are calendar days, so file early if a long holiday is coming.

출처 - Foreigner Move-In Report in Korea: The 15-Day Rule and…전문 →
Healthcare
Q

Can foreigners get the medical expense cap refund in Korea?

A

Yes. Any foreign resident enrolled in NHIS is covered on the same terms as Korean citizens. That includes workplace subscribers, regional subscribers enrolled after 6 months of stay, and registered dependents. Your cap depends on your premium bracket, not your visa type.

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Daily Life
Q

What is the minimum attendance rate for KIIP?

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You must attend at least 80% of a level's class hours to complete it. For a 100-hour level (Levels 1 to 4), that means at least 80 hours. Level 5 applies the same 80% rule separately to its 70-hour basic course and its 30-hour advanced course.

출처 - KIIP Attendance Policy: The 80% Rule and What Happens When…전문 →
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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?

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.

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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

D-10 Job Seeking Visa: The Graduation Window You Can't Miss

Switching from D-2 to the D-10 job seeking visa in 2026: eligibility after graduation, the 60-point table, documents, fees and processing time.

E-1 Visa Publication Requirement: What Immigration…

Does the E-1 professor visa require publications? See what Korean immigration checks, the faculty qualification table, and how 2026 renewal reviews work.

Setup & Banking

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

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Foreigner Move-In Report in Korea: The 15-Day Rule and…

✓ Deadline: 15 days from your move-in date (Immigration Act, Article 36)

Newborn Foreigner Registration in Korea: The 90-Day Clock…

Korea newborn foreigner registration explained: the 90-day Immigration deadline, hospital birth certificate, ARC documents, and the Korean-parent…

HiKorea Appointment Reschedule: How to Move, Cancel, or…

How to reschedule a HiKorea immigration appointment in 2026: cancellation policy, no-show penalty risk, rebooking after a missed visit, same-day slots.

Healthcare

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

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Korea's Medical Expense Cap Refund: How Foreign Residents…

✓ Caps ran from ₩870,000 (lowest bracket) to ₩8,080,000 (highest) in the 2024 schedule, adjusted every year

Think Your NHIS Premium Is Wrong? How to Appeal It in Korea

How foreigners appeal an NHIS health insurance premium in Korea in 2026: the 90-day deadline, required documents, where to file, and how refunds work.

NHIS Premium Installment Plan: How Foreigners Can Pay Off…

Missed NHIS premiums in Korea? Who can apply for an installment plan, which documents to bring, and the coverage catch for foreigners in 2026.

Daily Life

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

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KIIP Attendance Policy: The 80% Rule and What Happens When…

✓ Minimum attendance: 80% of class hours for each KIIP level

Korea Mobile Payment for Foreigners: Why Kakao Pay Asks…

Korea mobile payment for foreigners in 2026: ARC verification, Kakao Pay and Naver Pay sign-up, foreign card limits, and QR payment setup.

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