D-7 Intra-company Transfer Visa
Residency status for employees transferred from overseas headquarters to Korea
What is a D-7 Visa?
The D-7 visa (Intra-company Transfer) is a residency status granted to foreigners who are dispatched as essential professional personnel to branches, subsidiaries, or liaison offices established in Korea by public or private institutions with headquarters overseas.
D-7 visa holders may only engage in work related to the purpose of their transfer and can legally reside and work in Korea during the transfer period.
Eligible Applicants
Intra-company Transferee
Employees transferred to Korean branch/subsidiary after 1+ years at overseas HQ, branch, or affiliated company
Managerial/Professional
Essential personnel in management, administration, technology, sales, and other professional fields
Liaison Office Representative
Personnel handling business communication and market research at a Korean liaison office of a foreign company
Key Requirements
- 1+ year work experience at overseas headquarters (some exceptions apply)
- Branch, subsidiary, or liaison office legally established in Korea
- Clear transfer purpose with essential job duties
- Proven relationship between overseas HQ and Korean entity (capital relationship, contracts, etc.)
- Appropriate salary payment plan
For detailed eligibility, procedures, and required documents, please refer to the D-7 Visa Detailed Page.
Period of Stay
Initial Period of Stay
1 to 2 years
Extension
Renewable based on transfer period (up to 3 years)
D-7 vs D-8 Comparison
D-7 (Transfer): Suitable for employees dispatched from overseas HQ to Korea. Requires HQ work experience.
D-8 (Corporate Investment): Suitable for foreigners who directly invest in Korea. Requires KRW 100 million+ investment.
The appropriate visa depends on your business structure and market entry method. Consult with our professional agents to find the optimal solution.
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