How do I extend my D-2 student visa in Korea?

Apply for a stay‑period extension at your local immigration office before your current D‑2 visa expires, submitting the required form, passport, alien registration card, proof of residence and enrollment; the extension fee is paid at the office and approval updates your Alien Registration Card. Full details below.

Details

• When to apply: submit the extension request before the expiration date of your current stay period【2†L13-L16】.
• Where to apply: the local immigration office or foreigner‑management office that issued your original stay permission【2†L19-L23】.
• Required documents:
• Application form for stay‑period extension【2†L22-L24】
• Passport and Alien Registration Card【2†L23-L24】
• Proof of residence (e.g., lease)【2†L23-L24】
• Certificate of enrollment or researcher certificate issued after entry【2†L22-L24】
• Fee (amount varies by office)【2†L24-L25】
• Procedure:

1. Gather the documents listed above.
2. Submit them in person (or via online portal if available) at the immigration office before your D‑2 expiry.
3. Pay the applicable fee.
4. Upon approval, your Alien Registration Card will be updated with the new expiry date, allowing you to continue studying and, if eligible, work under part‑time rules.

• Consequences of not extending: staying past the expiry without extension makes you an illegal resident, risking fines, deportation, and future entry bans【4†L13-L18】.
• Hotlines for help:
• Immigration inquiries: 1345
• Legal aid for foreigners: 132
• Labor issues (e.g., unauthorized work): 1350
• Foreign student counseling: 1577‑0071.