D-8-3 Visa: Individual Business Investment
1. Visa Overview
- Visa Type: D-8-3 (Investment in an Individual Business)
- Eligibility: Foreign nationals who intend to establish and operate a sole proprietorship or individually owned business in Korea.
- Purpose: To run and manage a business directly in Korea.
â Application Procedure
â Establish a Business
- Register a business under the applicantâs name in Korea
- Secure a business location and obtain required licenses or permits (depending on the industry)
- Open a Korean bank account and deposit initial investment capital (usually at least KRW 100 million)
â¡ Apply for Certificate for Confirmation of Visa Issuance (CCVI)
- Submit the CCVI application to the Korean Immigration Office if applying from within Korea
- If applying from abroad, submit a visa application to the Korean Embassy or Consulate
⢠Visa Issuance and Entry
- Obtain the D-8-3 visa based on the issued CCVI
- Enter Korea with the visa
⣠Alien Registration
- Apply for an Alien Registration Card (ARC) within 90 days of arrival
â Required Documents
For Certificate of Visa Issuance (CCVI) or Visa Application
- Visa Issuance Application Form
- Invitation Letter (like the one in your attachment)
- Detailed Business Plan
- Business Registration Certificate or documents supporting business setup
- Proof of Investment Funds (remittance documents, bank statements, source of funds)
- Lease Agreement for business premises
- Sponsor's Identity Guarantee Letter and copy of ID
- Other documents (e.g., industry-specific licenses, tax payment certificates)
Note: Foreign-language documents must be translated and notarized. All forms must be submitted in Korean or English.
â Points to Watch When Preparing Documents
- The invitation letter should clearly state the sponsorâs personal details, purpose of invitation, and detailed business plan
- The business plan must include specific and feasible information such as:
- Business model
- Revenue forecast
- Hiring plan (local employees)
- Investment fund source must be traceable and legal
- The initial stay is typically granted for 1 year, and extensions depend on the actual operation of the business
â Legal Basis and Guidelines
- Immigration Control Act (Enforcement Rule Articles 9, 30)
- Ministry of Justice Guidelines on Visa Issuance for Individual Investors
- Internal Guidelines for D-8-3 visa eligibility and evaluation standards
â Summary
The D-8-3 visa is designed for foreign nationals planning to run their own business in Korea. A well-prepared business plan, proof of funding, and detailed invitation letter are crucial for a successful application.
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