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Based on published Korean immigration guidelines. This is not legal advice. For your specific situation, consult a licensed immigration consultant (행정사) or attorney (변호사).

H-1E-7: Change from H-1 to E-7

Korea · Visa Status Change

Timeline

审批需2至4周

Exit required?

In-country

Documents

4 required

Confidence

Medium — verify

Key Requirements

获得愿意担保签证的韩国雇主录用。须满足E-7资格(通常为学士学位或5年以上相关经验)。

Required Documents
  • 劳动合同
  • 公司营业执照
  • 学位证书(经海牙认证)
  • 经历证明书或作品集
Process Timeline
  1. 1

    Prepare documents

    Gather all 4 required documents listed above

  2. 2

    Submit application

    Submit at local Immigration Office (출입국관리사무소) in Korea

  3. 3

    Processing

    审批需2至4周

  4. 4

    Receive new ARC

    Pick up updated Alien Registration Card

Important Notes

适合找到韩国雇主提供全职专业工作的H-1持有者。雇主须担保签证,职位须符合E-7资格类别。这是从打工度假兼职到全职专业工作的重大转变。

Other paths from H-1

Information for general reference only. Final decisions on visa status changes rest solely with Korea Immigration Service. Requirements may change — always verify with the official source before applying.