※ Even for permissible fields, if certain qualifications are required under domestic laws, the applicant must meet those qualifications.
However, manufacturing is permitted if the applicant holds TOPIK Level 4 (or has completed KIIP Level 4).
※ Construction: Immediate deportation upon first violation, regardless of circumstances.
| Course | Academic Year | Korean Language Proficiency Requirements | Start Time | Allowed | Certified Universities/High Achievers | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weekdays | Weekends/Vacation | ||||||
| Language Training | N/A |
① TOPIK Level 2 or higher ② Completion of KIIP Level 2 or scoring 41+ on the KIIP pre-test ③ Completion of Sejong Institute’s Intermediate 1 or higher |
X | After 6 Months | 10 hours | 10 hours | |
| O | 20 hours | 25 hours | |||||
Work must be within 90 minutes of travel for metropolitan areas and within 60 minutes for regional areas, based on the location of residence or university (applicable only during the semester).
| Employment Contract Preparation | Part-Time Employment Confirmation Form Preparation | Application | Approval |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Employment contract between the employer and employee (Standard labor contract, including hourly wage) |
The university's international student coordinator prepares the form |
Online application or visit the local immigration office |
Permission sticker attached to the foreign registration card or online approval certificate printing |
① Passport, Alien Registration Card, application form.
② Confirmation form for part-time employment of international students (Form Link)
③ Certificate of enrollment, academic transcript, or attendance record (unnecessary if confirmed via FIMS).
④ Copy of the business registration certificate and standard employment contract.
⑤ Korean language proficiency proof: TOPIK or KIIP certification.
⑥ Compliance confirmation for part-time work requirements (Form Link, if applicable).
| Category | 1st Violation | 2nd Violation | 3rd Violation |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Without Permission |
Restricted from part-time employment permission for 1 year |
Deportation order (Re-entry not allowed) |
|
|
Permission Granted but Conditions Violated |
Restricted from part-time employment permission during the study period |
Deportation order |
