D-8 VISA_Corporate/Foreign Investor VISA (기업투자비자)

D-8 VISA_FDI (Foreign Direct Investment) (투자비자)

D-8 VISA_Corporate/Foreign Investor VISA (FDI VISA)

1. Eligible Individuals:

1) (D8-1 visa) You have managed or run a foreign-invested Korean corporation* in accordance with the 'Foreign Investment Promotion Act' or you are an indispensable professional specialist** planning to engage in production and the technology parts of a foreign-invested company'

* Including a company that is in the midst of establishing process.

** Excluding an employee hired in Korea.

2) (D8-2 visa) You are among those who have established a business venture with excellent technical capability, for example, by possessing an industrial property right or intellectual property right, in accordance with Subparagraph 2(c), Paragraph 1, Article 2-2 of the Act on 'Special Measures for the Promotion of Business Venture'. Also, you have received a confirmation of business venture as the CEO of a particular company or the CEO of a company which is considered to have excellent skills, in accordance with the aforementioned Act.

3) (D8-3 visa) In accordance with the 'Foreign Investment Promotion Act', you are an indispensable professional specialist who wants to work and manage a foreign invested company owned by a Korean national (corporation) or to work in technology and production sectors of that company.*

* Excluding an employee hired in Korea

4) (D8-4 visa: Technology Startup visa) You have an associated degree in Korea or bachelor's degree in overseas or have recommended by the head of the relevant central administrative agency and a founder of a corporation, who has either an intellectual property right or equivalent skills.

2. Maximum Length of Stay:

1) D-8-1 visa (Incorporated Enterprise Investment): 5 years.

2) D-8-3 visa (Unincorporated Private Enterprise Investment): 5 years.

3) D-8-2 visa (Business Venture Investment): 2 years.

4) D-8-4 visa (Technology and Business Startup): 2 years.

3. Basic Procedures to Apply for D8-1 visa:

1) Foreign direct investment report

2) Establishing bank account for FDI

3) Transferring investment amount

4) Establishing corporate

5) Registration of business

6) Registration of foreign investment certificate

7) Application for D8-1 visa at Immigration Office

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30 Dec 2020

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Today, I will explain how to obtain a D-8 visa through 5 steps if an overseas corporation is doing business through investment in Korea.

5 steps of D-8 visa Foreign Investment VISA

1. Type of Corporate in Korea;

2. Establishment of Corporate in Korea;

3. Application for VISA Confirmation Issuance;

4. Application for VISA Application; and

5. Registration of Residence Card in Korea

The D-8 visa is a Korean visa specifically designed for foreign investors who want to invest in Korean corporations.

The process of obtaining a D-8 visa can be complicated, and it's important to be familiar with the requirements and process involved.

To begin the process, you need to establish a Korean corporation, which includes registering with the Korean government, obtaining a business license, and opening a corporate bank account.

Once the corporation is established, you need to make a significant investment in the company. The amount of the investment required will depend on the size and type of the corporation.

After making your investment, you can apply for the D-8 visa at the Korean embassy or consulate in your home country.

When applying for the D-8 visa, you need to submit several documents, including a valid passport, completed visa application form, business registration certificate of the Korean corporation, proof of investment in the Korean corporation, bank statement showing the transfer of funds from your account to the Korean corporate account, business plan for the Korean corporation, certificate of tax payment, certificate of incorporation of the Korean corporation, proof of business activities in your home country, and a letter of recommendation from your bank or financial institution.

The processing time for a D-8 visa can vary depending on the embassy or consulate, but it usually takes a few weeks.

It's important to note that the D-8 visa is not a permanent visa, and it's typically valid for one year. However, it can be renewed as long as you continue to meet the requirements.

Also, after you have received the D-8 visa, you need to engage in business activities related to your investment in the Korean corporation.

Overall, the D-8 visa is an excellent option for foreign investors who are interested in investing in Korean corporations. However, the process can be complicated, and it's essential to seek the assistance of an experienced immigration lawyer or consultant to guide you through the process.

Corporate investment visa process in Korea: If you are interested in investing in a Korean corporation, you may need to obtain a corporate investment visa. The process for obtaining this visa involves several steps, including establishing a Korean corporation, making a significant investment in the corporation, and applying for the visa.

To establish a Korean corporation, you need to follow the necessary procedures to set up your corporation, such as registering with the Korean government, obtaining a business license, and opening a corporate bank account. After establishing the corporation, you need to make a significant investment in the company.

The amount of the investment required will depend on the size and type of the corporation. Once you have made your investment, you can apply for the corporate investment visa at the Korean embassy or consulate in your home country.

When applying for the corporate investment visa, you need to submit several documents, including a valid passport, completed visa application form, business registration certificate of the Korean corporation, proof of investment in the Korean corporation, bank statement, business plan for the Korean corporation, certificate of tax payment, and more. The processing time for the visa can vary depending on the embassy or consulate, but it usually takes a few weeks.

It's important to note that the corporate investment visa is not a permanent visa, and it's typically valid for one year. However, it can be renewed as long as you continue to meet the requirements. Also, after you have received the visa, you need to engage in business activities related to your investment in the Korean corporation.

Overall, the corporate investment visa is an excellent option for those who want to invest in Korean corporations. However, the process can be complicated, and it's essential to seek the assistance of an experienced immigration specialist

You may find and learn more about D-8 visa, Corporate Investment VISA with YouTube Channel of 장행닷컴 VISA in KOREA.

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