Main services provided by Bridge Plan Korea (BP Korea)
Consultations on Korean visas and comprehensive assistance with visa applications
Guidance on universities, language institutes, and technical training institutions, plus support with admission applications
Guidance on the procedures for obtaining a Korean ID card (Alien Registration Card) and accompaniment to the Immigration Office
Guidance on housing options and support with rental contracts (one‑room studios, homestays, officetels, dormitories, etc.)
Guidance on opening a mobile phone line and accompaniment to mobile carriers
Guidance on opening a Korean bank account and accompaniment to the bank
Guidance on applying for internet and TV installation and accompaniment to service providers
Guidance on private academies and support with enrollment (Korean language academies and technical academies)
Guidance on when and how to enroll in the Korean national health insurance system
Guidance on the conditions and procedures for legal part‑time work in Korea
Consultations and support for admission to graduate school
Assistance with applications for visa extensions and changes of visa type
Main ways to enter Korea – choose the visa that matches your purpose
In Korea, there are several ways to enter the country depending on your purpose, such as studying, training, employment, or long‑term residence. The main visa types include:
→ D‑2 visa for university admission
→ D‑2 visa for graduate school admission
→ Exchange student programs
→ D‑4 visa for language training
→ D‑4 visa for start‑up and vocational training academies
→ Employment visas (professional visas such as E‑7)
→ Long‑term residence visas (F‑series visas), etc.
The real challenges of obtaining a Korean visa
Many foreigners think, "Studying abroad or finding a job in Korea will probably be easier than I expect." However, in reality, Korea's visa system is very strict and complex, even by Asian standards. (It is less strict than that of the United States, but generally stricter than those of many European countries.)
The D‑2 (university and graduate‑school study) visa and the E‑7 (professional employment) visa require applicants to meet multiple conditions simultaneously, including educational background, major, age, financial status, and work experience. All submitted documents are reviewed in a very detailed and rigorous manner.
Korean language ability is fundamental in almost every aspect of daily life in Korea. Admission procedures, classes at school, administrative processes, and even banking and hospital visits are mostly conducted in Korean. If you enter university without sufficient Korean skills, it becomes very difficult to adapt, and many students end up dropping out midway. Therefore, completing at least three months of language training first is a much safer choice and greatly increases your chances of success in both visa screening and adapting to life in Korea.
Exchange student programs are suitable for short stays of about 6 months to 1 year. However, because you must return to your home country when the program ends, they do not naturally lead to long‑term study or employment. Extensions of the stay period are also strictly controlled.
For these reasons, many foreigners first enter Korea on a D‑4 (language training) visa, learn Korean and Korean culture, and then prepare their next steps, such as university admission (D‑2), employment (E‑7), starting a business, or long‑term stay.
Because the D‑4 visa has relatively few restrictions regarding educational background and age, and because its approval rate is high, it is one of the most suitable visas for beginning life in Korea in a stable and lawful way. In practice, students who enter Korea on a D‑4 visa are often those who adapt best to life in Korea.
The easiest and most reliable way to come to Korea – D‑4 (language training) visa
The D‑4 (language training) visa is the easiest and most practical visa for starting life in Korea for applicants between the ages of 18 and 70, regardless of education or work experience.
Other visas have many complex screening criteria, such as age limits, educational requirements, field of study, and career conditions. By contrast, for the D‑4 visa, if you have a clear intention to learn Korean and prepare the basic required documents, you can apply relatively easily, and the approval rate is very high.
If you enter Korea with a D‑4 visa, you can receive systematic Korean language education while learning Korean culture. After that, you can prepare your future plans step by step, such as university admission (D‑2), employment (E‑7), or starting a business.
In addition, when renting real estate (jeonse or monthly rent contracts) or enrolling in Korean insurance, you can enjoy rights that are almost equivalent to those of Korean nationals. This makes it easier to build a stable foundation for your life in Korea.
In particular, many people in their 30s, 40s, 50s, and 60s and older choose the D‑4 visa to start a new life in Korea with relatively little burden.
The easiest and most reliable way to come to Korea is the D‑4 visa, and BP Korea supports you throughout the entire process—from applying for the D‑4 visa to settling into your new life in Korea.
Introduction to Bridge Plan Korea (BP Korea)
→ Bridge Plan Korea (BP Korea) is a Seoul‑based consulting firm that specializes in supporting foreign nationals with Korean university admission, visa procedures, and long‑term settlement.
→ Focusing on the D‑4 (language training) visa and the D‑2 (university admission) visa, we also provide a wide range of Korean visa‑related services, including university placement and admission support, employment visas (E‑7), family visit and cohabitation visas (F‑1), and long‑term residence visas (F‑2).
→ There are many study‑abroad agencies around the world, but BP Korea's strength lies in its one‑stop system that integrates and manages the entire process in one place—from visa application to post‑arrival settlement, adaptation to daily life, and university admission.
→ BP Korea is not a typical study‑abroad agency that simply handles paperwork. We are a "visa, admission, and settlement integrated solution company" that stays with you from start to finish so that you can study, live, and successfully settle in Korea.
→ In addition to school selection and admission procedures, we take responsibility for and support every step of your everyday life—including housing, insurance, banking, mobile phones, and hospital visits—so that even those coming to Korea for the first time can adapt in a stable and confident way.
→ Leave all your concerns about Korean visas, university admission, and settlement to BP Korea, and we will work with you to design and build your new life in Korea.
Bridge Plan Korea Co., Ltd.
Why should you choose BP Korea?
Korea's first D‑4 and D‑2 specialized visa service
→ Bridge Plan Korea (BP Korea) specializes in managing a wide range of residence visas, including D‑4 (language training), D‑4‑6 (technical and vocational training), D‑2 (university, graduate school, and PhD admission), employment visas (E‑7), start‑up visas (D‑8), and long‑term residence visas (F‑2).
→ Unlike general study‑abroad agencies, we focus specifically on study, technical, start‑up, and long‑term residence visas and are dedicated to professionally managing the entire process from visa application to post‑arrival life in Korea.
Aiming to provide world‑class, detailed service
→ We carefully guide you through details that other agencies often overlook, minimizing anxiety and errors that may arise during the visa application process.
→ With meticulous, customized support comparable to leading study‑abroad agencies in the United States and Europe, we continually work to enhance customer satisfaction.
Clear and transparent fee guidance
→ There are no hidden additional fees beyond the amounts explained at the beginning.
→ All costs are clearly explained in advance, and we ensure that you are not burdened with unnecessary expenses.
Fast and systematic customer support
→ All consultations are handled quickly and accurately via email.
→ Inquiries are reviewed in order, and we respond promptly during business hours (Mon–Fri, 09:00–18:00, Korea time).
→ Email: visa@bridgeplankorea.com / bpkorea77@gmail.com
Why is the Korean visa process so strict?
Korea is known for its fast and convenient administrative procedures. However, when it comes to visas, applications are reviewed under very strict standards to prevent illegal stay and unauthorized employment.
Even small errors or omissions in the documents are not tolerated. As a result, the visa issuance process can become complicated, and processing times may be extended.
For this reason, accurate document preparation and professional support are extremely important. BP Korea provides systematic support throughout the entire process—from Korea's complex visa procedures to your initial settlement after arriving in Korea.
📌📌📌 BP Korea's consultation hours are Monday–Friday, 09:00–18:00 (Korea time).
Please understand that inquiries sent on weekends or outside business hours may receive a reply with some delay.
BP Korea service guide
A visa is not just about submitting documents – you also need a clear strategy.
→ Korean visas are not approved simply because you submit many documents.
→ The timing of your application, which school you apply to, and the reasons you present can all have a significant impact on your approval rate.
→ BP Korea reviews not only the universities a student prefers, but also schools where admission is realistically likely and appropriate, and provides guidance based on this assessment.
We help you resolve the difficulties you face after arriving in Korea.
→ In reality, living abroad is often more complicated in the settlement phase after arrival than in the preparation phase before departure.
→ Housing contracts; opening bank accounts; obtaining insurance; setting up mobile phone service; administrative registration; everyday tips; using public transportation, hospitals, pharmacies, restaurants and the internet; sending money overseas; finding restaurants from your home country; using convenience stores and supermarkets; and purchasing daily necessities. These are just some of the issues you will actually encounter in daily life.
→ BP Korea helps you address these issues one by one and provides reliable support from post‑arrival settlement through full adaptation to everyday life in Korea.
BP Korea Major Service Guide
BP Korea is a specialized service provider for foreigners preparing to study and live in Korea, covering the entire process—from visa application, school admission, and housing to initial settlement and daily life guidance—from before arrival in Korea through to life after arrival.
D‑4 Language Training · Technical Training · D‑2 University Admission – Integrated Visa Package
BP Korea basic service fee: USD 1,000
Visa and Admission Process Assistance (included in basic services)
Assistance with preparing and submitting various visa application forms
Guidance on preparing and reviewing documents to increase the chances of visa approval
Assistance with applications to language institutes and for university admission (BP Korea will pay the application fees in advance for up to two universities.)
If you wish to enter university (D‑2) after language training (D‑4), BP Korea recommends suitable schools and provides step‑by‑step support for the entire admission process, tailored to your major, preferred region, and budget.
Living Information and Visa Extension Support
Basic information on daily life in Korea, including public transportation, shopping, and hospitals
If you change from a D‑4 visa to a D‑2 visa (university admission visa), BP Korea provides this service at a discounted fee (KRW 330,000 / approx. USD 236 – government and public fees are additional).
The first six‑month extension for the D‑4 visa (language / technical training) is free of charge (government and public fees are additional).
Housing Accompaniment Service
→ In some cases, suitable housing can be found with a single visit, but when conditions are more limited or specific, 2–3 days may be required.
- ▶ 1‑day accompaniment: Free
- ▶ 2‑day accompaniment: KRW 40,000 (approx. USD 28.57)
- ▶ 3‑day accompaniment: KRW 70,000 (approx. USD 50.00)
→ We assist with the entire process from contract to move‑in for all types of housing, including one‑room studios, homestays, officetels, and dormitories.
Academy Guidance
→ We recommend and connect you with institutions that match your individual goals, such as Korean language schools, technical academies, and academies for study, training, employment, or entrepreneurship.
Health Insurance and Part‑Time Job Guidance after 6 Months
Guidance on the timing and procedures for enrolling in health insurance after staying in Korea for more than six months
Explanation of the conditions, key points, and basic regulations for legal part‑time work in Korea
📌 Summary – BP Korea basic services include:
- → Guidance on visa preparation, document drafting, and document review
- → School application and university admission assistance
- → Support for the D‑2 university admission process
- → Basic guidance for initial settlement after arriving in Korea
- → Assistance with one visa extension after six months
- → Consultation via phone, email, or in‑person office visits
- → One‑time basic guidance on all major aspects of life in Korea (health insurance, part‑time jobs, etc.)
- → Guidance and referrals to academies (Korean language and technical academies), when needed
📌 Costs paid by the student
- → Embassy visa application fee: approx. KRW 50,000–120,000 (about USD 40–90)
- → Government fee for alien registration and visa change: approx. KRW 130,000
- → Dormitory fees, deposits, housing costs, university tuition, and academy tuition are all paid by the student.
💊 BP Korea Staff "Accompaniment" Service
Accompaniment to the Immigration Office for applying for and receiving an Alien Registration Card
Accompaniment to mobile carriers to set up a mobile phone service
Accompaniment to the bank to open a Korean bank account and issue a check card
Accompaniment to secure housing (one‑room studio, homestay, officetel, etc.), including contract and move‑in support
Accompaniment for internet and TV installation applications
💊 Services Available without Accompaniment
(provided via phone, email, or online messaging as non‑face‑to‑face support)
Guidance on preparing visa documents
Guidance on school and dormitory application procedures
Provision of information on schools, language institutes, and academies
Provision of basic information needed for daily life in Korea
Guidance on the timing and procedures for health insurance enrollment
Basic information and key points regarding part‑time work
Guidance on documents and procedures for visa extension after six months
📌 Additional Information
Detailed information about the visa application process, school selection, technical training, start‑up and employment procedures, and settlement in Korea can be found on BP Korea's official blog and WordPress site.
→ Step‑by‑step guidance on all processes necessary for foreigners, including real cases, application methods, required documents, and practical life tips.
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BP Korea Service Process (Step‑by‑Step Guide and Refund Policy)
Payment of BP Korea Service Fee
→ Before starting the visa service, the first step is to pay the service fee to BP Korea.
※ If the applicant does not submit the required information by email within 10 days after payment,
→ the application will be automatically canceled and the service fee will be refunded.
→ However, if payment processing or remittance fees were charged, those amounts will be deducted before the refund, and if no such fees were charged, a full refund will be issued.
📌 For faster processing, please submit the required information within 5 days after payment.
→ Recently, there have been cases where payment is made but the information is not submitted, or the information is submitted but payment is not completed.
→ If either of these two steps is missing, the application cannot be processed.
→ Due to the nature of international transactions, your application is only considered complete once you receive BP Korea's "Application Confirmation Email."
Submission of Applicant Information via Email and Passport Verification
→ Basic information such as name, date of birth, desired major and school, bank balance, etc. must be submitted via a Google Form (dedicated form).
→ Because there are many items to submit, you must use the dedicated form link rather than general email, so that all information can be submitted at once.
→ The link will be provided after payment has been made.
■■ After this step (information submission), a 30% deduction will apply for refund requests.
→ Example: For a USD 1,000 payment, USD 700 will be refunded.
BP Korea Feedback
→ Review of the suitability of your major and suggested preparation directions
→ Exchange of opinions via email or messenger.
■■ After this step, a 40% deduction will apply for refund requests.
→ Example: For a USD 1,000 payment, USD 600 will be refunded.
Submission to Universities or Training Institutions (up to 2 schools)
→ After consultation, official applications are submitted to up to two universities, language schools (language training), or technical training institutions.
→ If necessary, recommendations for Korean language academies or technical academies can also be provided at this stage.
■■ After submission, a 50% deduction will apply for refund requests.
→ Example: For a USD 1,000 payment, USD 500 will be refunded.
School Approval After Interview
→ This is the stage at which you receive the interview result or admission notice from the school.
■■ After this step, a 70% deduction will apply for refund requests.
→ Example: For a USD 1,000 payment, USD 300 will be refunded.
Submission of Documents to the Embassy
→ The visa application is submitted to the embassy based on the school's approval letter.
■■ From this stage onward, refunds are not possible.
Post‑Embassy Approval (Korean Life Guide Provided)
→ After visa approval, BP Korea will send a Korean life guide by email, including a packing checklist, SIM card guidance, etc.
Arrival in Korea (SIM Card Purchase)
→ After arriving in Korea, BP Korea will assist with SIM card activation.
→ You must notify BP Korea of your arrival via Telegram, WhatsApp, or email.
→ For customers who did not apply for dormitories, BP Korea will assist with finding and contracting housing such as one‑room studios, officetels, or homestays.
Alien Registration Application and Issuance
→ BP Korea staff will accompany you to the Immigration Office to assist with the alien registration application.
→ After receiving your Korean ID (Alien Registration Card), you can proceed with various administrative and daily‑life procedures.
Mobile Phone, Bank Account, Internet, and TV Setup
→ After receiving the Alien Registration Card, BP Korea staff will accompany you to visit the bank, mobile carrier, and internet provider.
→ BP Korea will assist with setting up your mobile phone, opening a bank account, and arranging internet/TV installation on the same day.
Visa Renewal After 6 Months + Health Insurance and Part‑Time Job Guidance (1 time)
→ After you have stayed in Korea for 6 months, BP Korea will assist with the visa renewal process at the Immigration Office.
→ BP Korea will handle the visa extension procedure free of charge one time (government fees are separate).
→ At this point, health insurance enrollment becomes mandatory under Korean government policy, and BP Korea will provide guidance on enrollment procedures and expected premiums.
→ Additionally, if the necessary conditions are met, BP Korea will provide guidance on the possibility of legal part‑time work, related precautions, and one‑time part‑time job placement (if requested).
📌 Service Completion Guide
→ Once all of the above steps have been completed, BP Korea's official visa processing and settlement support services will end.
※ For early refunds (Step 1), depending on the payment method, card, PayPal, or remittance fees (round‑trip) may be deducted.
※ For refunds after Step 2, no additional fees will be deducted; only the predetermined percentage for each step will be applied.
※ Refunds are not possible if the service is terminated due to the applicant's failure to submit documents, loss of contact, or unilateral cancellation. However, if the applicant has been out of contact for a period and resumes the process in the next semester, additional fees may be charged depending on the situation.
Application Guide – Important Notes on First‑Come, First‑Served Registration Before Deadline
→ Recently, language institutes and universities in Korea have been filling up very quickly. If you wish to enter Korea according to your preferred schedule, it is very important to complete pre‑registration in advance.
→ For the June, September, and December 2026 semesters, if you apply now, you will have sufficient time to handle school selection, visa preparation, dormitory reservations, and related procedures.
📌 BP Korea limits the number of applications it processes each month and closes registration on a first‑come, first‑served basis.
Therefore, if you have a preferred start date, please complete both the Google application form and the service fee payment as early as possible.
→ Applications are not closing immediately at this moment, but we recommend that you regard this as effectively the final application period before closing and apply without delay.
📌 Final registration is confirmed only when both the Google application form has been submitted and the service fee payment has been completed.
Founder's Message
Hello, this is Jun Seokhee (Jun SH), CEO of Bridge Plan Korea (BP Korea).
BP Korea originally began as a real estate consulting company. As the number of foreign clients wishing to invest in Korean real estate increased, requests for visa issuance and settlement support naturally grew as well.
In response, BP Korea first started by supporting visa issuance and settlement in Korea for real estate investors, and has since expanded into a consulting company specializing in visas, admissions, and settlement—covering a wide range of areas including study in Korea, training, employment, and long‑term residence.
Setting foot in Korea for the first time is a major challenge that goes far beyond simply obtaining a visa. What truly matters is the life you build after the visa is issued, and BP Korea aims to help you realistically design and realize that entire journey.
- ▶ From your first language training to university admission
- ▶ Employment or starting a business in Korea
- ▶ Long‑term and stable residence
We are not merely a visa processing agency, but strive to be a reliable "life partner" who stands with you at an important turning point in your life.
We hope you will begin your new life in Korea with confidence, together with BP Korea, leaving behind uncertainty and difficulties.
No action, no result.
BP Korea will take full responsibility and support your new challenge to the very end.
Thank you.
Bridge Plan Korea (BP Korea)
CEO Jun Seokhee (Jun SH)
Bridge Plan Korea Service Fee Payment Guide
💰 Visa Agency Service Price Information
● Standard visa agency service – USD 1,000
→ This is a value package that includes visa application preparation, admission document review, and basic daily life guidance.
You can make payment by card through the link above.
📌 If paying via PayPal is difficult, please send us an email, and we will provide separate instructions so that you can pay by card or by bank transfer via Wise or Payoneer.
📌📌 A large number of messenger inquiries before payment is causing significant disruption to our work.
In addition, for inquiries in foreign languages, we must review the content using translation tools, which makes it difficult to provide accurate real‑time responses.
For accurate and prompt guidance, we kindly ask that inquiries before payment be sent by email.
We apologize for the inconvenience and ask for your understanding.
✴️✴️ You can find more articles about studying in Korea, visas, settlement, and daily life
at https://www.koreavisa.guide/ (BP Korea's official blog).▲ Click the address above to visit the blog about life in Korea.
📧 Email: visa@bridgeplankorea.com / bpkorea77@gmail.com
📌 If you have completed the payment, please fill out and submit the application form below.
👉 Application form link: https://forms.gle/N8Eja9DXJtguaD1R7(Click the link above to go to the application form page.)