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Final Checks

Final Pre-Departure Checklist for South Korea

The last things to check before you leave for South Korea, and what to do right after you land. Prices are in Korean won (KRW).

Pre-Departure Checklist

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Pro Tips:
Keep your passport, your Certificate of Admission (CoA, the letter that says the university accepts you) and your study certificates in your carry-on bag.

Final Pre-Departure Preparation

Use this checklist in your last weeks before you leave for South Korea.

Why This Checklist Is Essential

  • You need your papers again in Korea for your residence card.
  • If you register late, you pay a fine.

When To Complete This Checklist

  • Before you book your flight: Have your D-2 visa in your passport.
  • Before you fly: Check your papers, money and phone plan.
  • After you land: Book your residence card visit on Hi Korea (Korea's immigration website). Do it within 90 days of the day you land.

Comprehensive Checklist

Documents Checklist

Visa and Identity

D-2 is the visa for degree students. Check that the visa type matches your degree, such as D-2-3 for a master's.

Carry a copy. For your residence card (your ID card in Korea) you also need a paper that shows you study there.

Study Papers

Carry the originals and copies. Bring any stamp that shows they are real (an apostille).

Carry your score report if you took a Korean test (TOPIK, Test of Proficiency in Korean) or an English test (IELTS or TOEFL) for admission.

For Your Residence Card

3.5 cm by 4.5 cm, white background, taken within 6 months.

A paper from your dormitory (student housing at the university) that says you live there, or your rental contract.

Initial Financial Planning

Documents for Financial Setup
  • The bank papers (statements) you showed when you applied for your visa.
  • Your scholarship letter, if you have one.

Additional Support Resources

Emergency Contacts

Emergency services in Korea

112 (police), 119 (fire and ambulance)

Say "English please" to ask for an interpreter.

Korea Travel Hotline

1330

Help in English and other languages.

Immigration Contact Center

1345

Weekdays 09:00 to 22:00 Korea time.

Consultation Services

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