Part-Time Employment Guide for International Students

 

■ Legal Requirements

•      D-2 visa holders must report part-time jobs in advance.

•      You must not begin working until immigration approval is granted

•      International students cannot work during the first semester in Korea.

•      Working Hour Limitations

      - Language/Bachelor students: max 20hours/week

      - Master's/Doctoral students: max 30hours/week

      - Extra hours possible with good Korean language skills and grades

•        Carefully check the Allowed / Restricted Job options

 

■ Options

Allowed Types of Part-Time Work

- Translation/Interpretation

- Tour Guide Assistant

- Restaurant Assistant

- Duty-free Shop Sales

- Office Assistant

 

Restricted Types of Part-Time Work

- Private tutoring

- Construction

- Delivery worker, replacement driver, insurance agent, door-to-door salesman

- Manufacturing (Exceptionally allowed in some specific sectors with proper permission)

- Any other fields that are against social order and virtue (Ex. Adult entertainment, casino, etc)

 

■ Application Process

1. Secure a Job Offer

     - Find an employer willing to hire you for part-time work that is permitted for international students.

2. Prepare Required Documents

     - Work with your employer to gather all necessary paperwork for your application

3. Visit Woosong Visa Office

     - Go to W3,Room 105 where the office will review and sign your application

4. Submit Application to Immigration

     - Apply online at www.hikorea.go.kr or in person at the Daejeon Immigration Office(appointment required).

If approved, you'll receive a permit (online or sticker)and you are free to work now.

 

■ Required Documentation

Personal Documents

•        Application Form (신청서)

•        Passport (여권)

•        Alien Registration Card (ARC / 외국인등록증)

•        Academic Transcript (성적증명서)

•        Proof of Korean Language Proficiency (한국어능력 증빙서류)

 

Employment Documents

•        Standard Labor Contract (표준근로계약서)

•        Confirmation Form for Part-Time Work (외국인 유학생 시간제 취업확인서)

•        Business License (copy) from the workplace

•        ID copy of your employer

 

■ Legal Consequences of Unauthorized Work

•        Penalties for Working Without Permission

           - Fines starting from1,000,000 KRW

           - Possible cancellation of student visa

           - Risk of deportation

•        Working without permission is illegal and taken very seriously. 

•        For a first offense, you may receive awarning and a fine. 

•        For a second offense, you could face a larger fine or even deportation.

 

■ Tips for Successful Part-Time Job

•        Learn Korean

            - While not alway sessential, basic Korean language skills can significantly increase your job options

•        Respect Local Customs

            - Familiarize yourself with Korean social norms and workplace etiquette

•        Be Patient and Persistent

            - Finding the right part-time job may take time and effort, so be patient and don't be afraid to explore different options

 

■ For more information and support

•        We urge all students to follow this process strictly to avoid any legal consequences and protect your visa status in Korea. 

•        If you have questions or need assistance with your application, feel free to contact the W3 Visa Office (Room:105).