🇰🇷 South Korea D-2 Student Visa
Also known as: D-2 visa, D2 visa
Last verified: August 31, 2026
What is the South Korea D-2 Student Visa?
For degree programs at Korean universities. Requires admission, proof of funds of ₩20 million (about $15,000) held for at least 28 days, and — for Indian applicants — a TB certificate from a designated clinic. Most universities obtain a Confirmation of Visa Issuance that speeds up the embassy step.
South Korea D-2 Student Visa requirements, cost, and processing time
| Government fee | $60 |
| Processing time | 4–8 weeks |
| Minimum annual income | No fixed threshold on record |
| Minimum savings | $15,000 |
| Job offer | Not required |
| Degree | Not required |
| Family can join | No |
| Path to permanent residency | No |
Amounts are approximate US dollar equivalents of figures set in local currency, verified against official sources for Indians.
South Korea D-2 Student Visa cost and processing time by nationality
| Applicants | Gov. fee | Processing | Min. income | Min. savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇮🇳 Indians | $60 | 4–8 weeks | — | $15,000 |
Each row links to the full guide for that nationality, with the document checklist.
Documents needed for the South Korea D-2 Student Visa
- Admission from a Korean university
- Proof of funds: ₩20 million held 28 days
- Apostilled academic documents
- TB certificate from a designated clinic
- Apply at the Korean embassy / KVAC
- Travel & apply for your Residence Card
- Enrol in national health insurance
This list is the checklist for Indians. The full ordered checklist, with timing, dependencies, and personalized due dates, is part of the plan.
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Check my eligibilityFrequently asked questions
- What are the requirements for the South Korea D-2 Student Visa?
- The requirements we have on record are: savings of about $15,000. No job offer is needed. Amounts are USD equivalents verified for Indians; the official source lists the full document set.
- How much does the South Korea D-2 Student Visa cost?
- The government fee is about $60 (USD equivalent). Translations, apostilles, insurance, and courier costs come on top.
- What is the South Korea D-2 Student Visa processing time?
- Typical processing takes 4–8 weeks after applying, plus the time needed to gather documents.
- How much savings do I need for the South Korea D-2 Student Visa?
- Plan for savings of about $15,000 (USD equivalent).
- Do I need a job offer for the South Korea D-2 Student Visa?
- No. The South Korea D-2 Student Visa does not require a job offer from an employer in South Korea.
- Can family members join on the South Korea D-2 Student Visa?
- It does not directly cover accompanying family members.
- Does the South Korea D-2 Student Visa lead to permanent residency?
- No. On its own it does not lead to permanent residency.
- Is the D-2 visa the same as the South Korea D-2 Student Visa?
- Yes. D-2 visa and D2 visa are other names people use for the South Korea D-2 Student Visa.
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Always confirm requirements with the official government source: visa.go.kr. This guide is general information, not legal advice.