**This information is applicable to enrolled undergraduate students, and excludes graduate students**

With the semester over and the summer vacation beginning, many students will be looking for part-time work. All those on a student visa (D-2-2) must get permission both from their university and from Korea Immigration before they start work. Read on for further details.

Eligibility

Full-time enrolled students may apply for permission for part-time work whilst they study as long as the following requirements are met:

- Full-time student with valid Residence Card (D-2-2)

- CGPA over 2.0 in the previous semester (on date of application)

- Must not be in first semester of study (this includes exchange/study abroad/visiting students)

- Must not be in excess semesters (i.e. not in ninth semester of study or over)

Application Process

- Find a part-time job and get necessary paperwork from the employer. Woosong University cannot offer any assistance in finding part-time work, but some students in the past have found Korea International Student Association (KINSA) and Incruit a helping hand.

- Visit Woosong University Visa Office (W3 105) to apply for permission from Korea Immigration Service

- Begin work only once permission is granted (there is a fine for starting before permission is granted)

Restrictions on Work

There are restrictions both on the type of work students can complete as well as the number of hours. This is primarily to keep students safe and so they can focus on their studies.

Hours of Work

Undergraduate students should work less than 20 hours per week during semester time. This restriction is usually lifted during weekends, holidays and vacations. 

Up to 25 hours per week is permitted for international students with a higher CGPA in the previous semester and a particular official TOPIK score. Check with Korea Immigration Service for updated information.

Only 10 hours per week is permitted for those who have less than TOPIK 4, or for those in English-language programs who do not meet the English proficiency level (IELTS 5.5 or equivalent).

Types of Work

Examples of Allowed Types of Part-Time Work (permission still needed):

- Translation/Interpretation

- Restaurant assistant

- Office assistant

- Tour guide assistant

- Duty-free shop sales assistant

Examples of Part-Time Work Exempted from Permission (permission not usually needed):

- Internship, research projects, or any other participation for acquiring credits (only if it is a graduation requirement and approved by the University)

- Working at the University on a labour scholarshio, such as a teaching assistant, librarian, resident assistant, etc.

- Participation in a movie, show, or event for one-time only

Examples of Restricted Types of Part-Time Work:

- Private tutoring

- Construction

- Manufacturing

- Types of work falling under E-1 to E-7, E-9 and E-10

- Work at foreign language educational institutions for minors (e.g., English Café for for children, English Camp, etc.)

- Any other fields that are against social order (e.g. adult entertainment, casinos, etc.)

Change in Workplace

Students must report any change in work place within 15 days of changing work. 

Penalty for Working Without Permission

Failure to get official permission to work part-time can be serious. It can include a fine anywhere from 2,000,000 KRW to 30,000,000 KRW, depending on the length of time of working illegally. It can also cause non-renewal of visa or difficulty getting a work visa in the future.

Contact Information

For assistance or queries with any of the above, please contact Woosong University Visa Office:

Office Location: W3 105 (open Monday to Friday 9am to 12 noon and 1pm to 6pm)
Telephone: +82 042-629-6650

You can also contact the Korea Immigration Service on the HiKorea website or by telephoning 1345 (multilingual support is available). Or visit the Daejeon Immigration Office. The location can be found here. 

If you have any questions, contact the International Student Support Team (W3 103) or Visa Office (W3 105).