D-9 Trade management visa guide
Run trade or business · Extensions, status changes and permitted activities, based on Ministry of Justice manuals and laws.
Can I change from D-9 (Trade Management) to another status of stay?
Yes, in some cases you can change from D-9 to another status of stay. But the basic rule is to leave Korea, get a new visa, and enter again. A change inside Korea is allowed only in limited cases, after a strict review,…
Read more ›What can and can't I do with a D-9 Trade and Business Management visa?
With D-9 (Trade and Business Management), you can run a company, do trade, and run a for-profit business. You can also install, operate, and repair export equipment, and supervise ship building and industrial equipment …
Read more ›When can I apply to extend my D-9 (Trade and Management) stay, and what documents do I need?
You can apply for a D-9 extension from 4 months before your stay period ends until the expiration date. The documents differ a little depending on your work (trade/business, equipment dispatch, or sole proprietor). Prep…
Read more ›What visa can the spouse and children of a D-9 (Trade and Business Management) visa holder use to live in Korea together?
The spouse and minor children of a D-9 holder can live together with them on an Accompanying (F-3) visa. This applies to holders of statuses from Culture and Arts (D-1) to Specific Activities (E-7), and D-9 is included.…
Read more ›If my trade performance is insufficient on a D-9 Trade Management visa, will my extension be rejected?
Yes, if you have no trade performance score, your extension will be rejected. For the Trade Management (D-9-1, points-based) extension, trade performance is a required item. This score must be at least 5 points. Your to…
Read more ›Do I need a re-entry permit if I travel abroad often on business with a D-9 Trade and Business Management visa?
No, most people do not. If you are a D-9 holder with a registered foreigner status, you do not need a separate re-entry permit if you return within 1 year from the day you leave Korea. If your remaining period of stay i…
Read more ›General guidance prepared by Kevi from Ministry of Justice manuals, laws and official guides. Not legal advice. Please confirm with HiKorea or the Immigration Contact Center (1345).