South Korea is ranked as the 10th biggest country in terms of nominal GDP in the world. It is also renowned as one of the Asian Tigers because of its rapid industrialization and economic growth. In the present context, it is one of the biggest suppliers of semiconductor and other very essential components of advanced technology equipment. Korea is also leading its way into innovation and entrepreneurship as it is ranked top 5 in global innovation ranking. The secret behind its unbelievable success is all about collaboration between government policy, academic institutions(universities) and industrial sectors. Among these institutions, economists give more emphasis to the role of universities in Korean prosperity. It has 2 world renowned universities within top 100 in global ranking and so many universities are within top 500 global ranking. It’s hard-working culture, very secure and safe environment, food, tourism destinations, technological advancement are among the things that represent South Korea. Despite USA having a heavy influence on their economic and social growth, South Koreans are well-known for the preservation of their language and they are very proud of it. Hence, any foreigner planning to stay in South Korea has to learn Korean language for their comfort and ease.
Why Study in South Korea
Historically, USA, UK and EUROPE had been the major academic destinations for Nepalese students. Quality education, job opportunities, international as well as national recognition, and language was regarded as the major cause behind the preferences. However, in the current context, many different academic destinations have emerged and provide more options for Nepalese students to choose from, such as Australia, New Zealand, Canada and South Korea. Among all, South Korea is also taking pace in the global competition in attracting foreign students. As per our research and understanding, the reasons behind choosing South Korea for your academic career are as follows.
- Global recognition in quality education.
- Variety of universities to choose from offering various courses depending on your interest.
- Affordable university fees and living expenses.
- Emerging employment opportunities.
- Good career opportunities after graduation.
- Gaining global recognition in music, fashion, cosmetics etc.
Choosing a university
Choosing the most suitable university for you could be a challenging task because Korea has more than 200 different universities providing a vast number of subjects and courses. There are various ways to obtain information regarding universities and their courses, faculties, research labs, and the facilities they provide.
How to choose best university for you?
- Understand your interest and passion.
- Select a suitable university you like.
- Conduct initial research regarding different facilities like faculties and
- Know the location of the university and understand the living expenses and working opportunities.
- Learn about the Nepali alumni and existing status of Nepali students.
South Korean Student VISA
Getting a South Korean student visa is easy as well as difficult at the same time. It is very easy in case you provide the required documents demanded by the embassy. However, as we specialize in South Korean visa affairs and we know the south Korean universities better than anyone else, we can guide you in the best way possible to obtain a VISA.
How can we guide you better?
- We specialize in Korean Education consulting and guidance.
- We have opened our services not only in Nepal but also in major cities in Korea like Seoul and Busan, to reach our students better and to provide enhanced and complete services.
- We have dedicated human resources to take care of your major requirements.
- We have good coordination with diverse diplomatic institutions that can help you better in your times of need.
Student Visa Requirements
Generally, South Korea provides D4(Language) and D2 visa to students. Based on the visa category, the documents required may vary. For more detailed information you can visit the embassy of Korea in Nepal or directly contact our consultants. We are more than happy to share important information and guide you in the document preparation process.
Standard document requirement for South Korean VISA(Subject to Change)
- One recent passport-size photo of the applicant
- Original passport and a photocopy thereof
- Medical Report on Tuberculosis from only 4 designated hospitals by the Embassy; 1. Patan Hospital, Patan, 2. Civil Service Hospital, Newbaneshor, 3. Korea Nepal Friendship Nepal Friendship Hospital (Korea Thimi Hospital), Bhaktapur, 4. Sukraraj Tropical and Infectious Disease Hospital, Teku
- Other job-related documents such as business registration certificate, Permanent Account Number (PAN) registration certificate, etc.
- All school documents and certificates (approved by the Nepali Ministry of Education)
- Secondary-level education transcripts and character certificate (the originals as well as photocopies)
- Higher secondary-level education transcripts and character certificate (the originals as well as photocopies)
- University and final education levels’ transcripts (such as master or doctoral degrees) and character certificates (the originals as well as photocopies)
- Family asset evaluation certificate (certified by a chartered accountant with supporting documents, the originals as well as photocopies)
- Bank statement for last 6 months (to be accepted only from A level bank)