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D-4 Visa Acquisition

The D-4-1 visa is your legal gateway to long-term study in South Korea. Official Consulate Requirements

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Visa Application
Print and sign the e-form from the online Visa Portal.
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Passport
Original, signed passport (valid for > 6 months).
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Passport Photo
Recent, natural color photo. (Not required if e-form is printed in color).
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Visa Fee
$45 USD for U.S. citizens (Cash or Money Order only).
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D-4 University Requirements
Signed Certificate of Admission (CoA) and school's Business Registration Certificate.
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Financial Stability
Bank statement showing min. USD 10,000 (issued < 30 days ago).
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Apostilled Diploma
Must be notarized or apostilled within 6 months.
Visa Grant Notice: Visa stickers are no longer issued. You will receive a physical Visa Grant Notice to bring for entry to Korea.
Registration Note: As a D-4 applicant, you must register for at least two terms to be eligible.

Phase 2 Checklist: Visa

Obtain CoA (with original signature)
Prepare Passport & Photo
Prepare Visa Application Fee ($45 USD)
Submit application to Consulate