D-9-2 Equipment Investment Visa: Full 2026 Guide

D-9-2 Equipment Investment Visa: Full 2026 Guide — D-9-2 Equipment Investment Visa is for foreign engineers dispatched to Korea for equipment installation, maintenance, and operation. VISION ARC compiles core details based on the Korea Immigration manual.

Visa Overview

D-9-2 visa is granted to foreign engineers dispatched by overseas equipment-exporting companies to Korean firms for equipment installation, commissioning, and training. Once Korean firms purchase equipment from overseas, the supplier dispatches engineers to perform installation, test runs, and operator training. Stay periods are typically 90 days to 1 year and renewable.

Eligibility Requirements

Engineers from overseas equipment-exporting firms; purpose limited to installation/maintenance/operation/technology transfer; must have an equipment export contract or technical service agreement; equipment value typically USD 100,000 or more.

Required Documents

Required documents typically include: passport copy, visa application form, color photo (3.5×4.5cm), business registration certificate (or employer documents), employment contract, education and career proof, and supporting financials. Specific documents vary by visa category — VISION ARC verifies completeness for each case.

Application Process

Process: 1) Initial consultation and visa category confirmation 2) Document preparation and translation 3) Apply at consulate (overseas) or immigration office (in Korea) 4) Receive visa and enter Korea 5) ARC registration within 90 days 6) Compliance and renewals.

Frequently Asked Questions