Overview
The D-8 visa is issued to foreign nationals who establish or invest in a company in South Korea and engage in its management or operation.
Key Requirements
- Foreign-invested company registration
- Minimum investment amount (as prescribed by regulations)
- Appointment as a director or executive
- Business premises and operational substance in South Korea
Practical Notes
The D-8 visa is closely linked to company setup, investment structure, and ongoing operations. Issues often arise when corporate registration, licensing, or tax setup is not properly aligned.
How We Support
We review eligibility against your specific situation, prepare the documentation the application requires, and file the application ourselves — this office holds the administrative agent licence, so the immigration filing is handled in-house rather than referred out. Where your visa depends on how the company is set up — a D-8, for example, requires a Foreign-Invested Company already registered — we flag that separately; see Foreign Investment for company structure questions.
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Other Visa Types
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Visa selection depends on your business structure and role in Korea.
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