Frequently Asked Questions
VISA F.A.Q.
How long is my visa valid for?
As of Fall 2024, Immigration has changed their validity period policy (The immigration office ultimately decides the validity) for D-2-6 / D-2-8 applicants as shown below:
4 months - 5 month visa
6 months - 5 month visa
10 months - 10 month visa
12 months - 10 month visa
MY RC says the expiration date is XX but HUFS says differently?
HUFS reports the end of your studies two weeks after the last day of the semester. From then, students will have two weeks to leave the country despite the expiration date indicated on the RC when first received.
Can I switch from a D-2-6 (Exchange) to a D-4 (Language CEnter) Visa?
Only if you physically leave Korea, apply for a D-4 visa and re-enter. There is no way to change without doing so. Students who wish to do this MUST consult the OIAM first.
What is the longest I can have an exchange student visa for?
12 months.
Can I switch from an Exchange student visa to a visiting student visa (or vice versa)?
Only if you physically leave Korea, apply for a D-2-8 visa and re-enter. There is no way to change without doing so.
CAN i EXTEND MY RESIDENCE CARD (RC)?
LONG TERM RESIDENCE CARD EXTENSION
Students who plan on extending their term of study at HUFS must apply for an extension of their Residence Card (RC) prior to the start of their extended study period. This can be completed online or through an in-person visit to the immigration office. Please keep in mind that you must make an appointment prior to your visit to the immigration office. There is a fee of KRW 50,000.
Required Documents:
Application Form
Passport
Certificate of Residence Card
Documents evidencing the applicant's place of stay
Documents according to each status of stay
TEMPORARY RESIDENCE CARD EXTENSION
Students can apply for a temporary extension for their Residence Card (RC). Students may apply for an extended stay of up to 30 days once their term of study has ended. This can be completed online or through an in-person visit to the immigration office.
Required Documents:
Passport
One copy of your airline ticket that indicates the date of departure