South Korea

Yes. Nepali students can apply to eligible Korean language, associate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral and other approved study programs if they meet the institution’s admission requirements and the relevant Korean immigration requirements.

The main immigration categories are D-2 for degree study and D-4 for non-degree training. Official Study in Korea guidance lists D-2 subcategories for associate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, research and exchange study, and D-4-1 for Korean-language training.

D-2 is used for regular degree-level study such as associate, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programs. D-4-1 is for Korean-language training rather than a regular degree program.

Degree programs commonly use March and September intakes, while language or special programs may have additional entry points. KB Education’s current planning window includes selected December 2026 and March 2027 language/EAP routes and March 2027 degree applications; exact university deadlines must be confirmed.

Start early enough to complete university admission, financial/document preparation, NOC and the appropriate visa or visa-confirmation process before the intake. Universities set their own application windows, so the deadline on the current admission notice is the controlling date.

There is no single national GPA minimum that applies to every university and program. Institutions set their own academic thresholds, and a stronger GPA normally expands the range of available universities and scholarships.

Not for every route. Korean-language programs focus on their own admission requirements, while English-taught degree programs may ask for IELTS, TOEFL or another accepted proof of English; Korean-taught programs may require TOPIK or other Korean-language evidence.

Regular degree students generally use a D-2 status. Official categories include D-2-1 for associate, D-2-2 for bachelor’s, D-2-3 for master’s and D-2-4 for doctoral study.

Requirements depend on visa type and the Korean mission or immigration process, but students generally need a valid passport, admission-related documents and the supporting documents specified for their visa category. University and visa instructions should be checked together because additional documents can be requested.

The amount depends on the visa route, institution, tuition and immigration requirements in force at the time of application. Use the current university invoice and official Korean visa guidance rather than a fixed old amount.

Tuition varies significantly by university, degree level, major and scholarship. Engineering, arts or specialist programs can differ from humanities/business programs, so the latest institutional fee notice is more reliable than a single national estimate.

Yes. Options can include the Korean Government Scholarship Program (GKS) and university scholarships based on academic performance, language scores or admission criteria. Scholarship percentage and renewal conditions vary by institution.

Eligible D-2 and D-4 students need the required Korean-language level where applicable and permission for part-time employment from immigration. Allowed hours depend on study level, year, language proficiency and university/accreditation conditions; D-4-1 and D-4-7 language students generally become eligible only after six months and meeting the applicable requirements.

No. Unauthorized employment can lead to immigration penalties. Students should confirm eligibility with the university international office and obtain the required part-time work permission before starting a job.

Eligible graduates may be able to change to a job-seeking status such as D-10 if they meet current immigration conditions. The change is not automatic and should be planned before the student status expires.

Dependent/family stay options can be available for some long-term student statuses, but eligibility depends on the student’s status, program, finances and immigration rules. Check the current Korean immigration requirements before making family travel plans.

Students departing Nepal for study should complete the applicable NOC process and carry the documents required for departure and education-related foreign exchange. Use the official Nepal NOC portal for the current checklist.

Use the official Korea Visa Portal where the relevant application type is supported. Keep the application details exactly as submitted and use the official portal rather than third-party status websites.

Students staying long term normally need to complete foreign-resident registration under Korean immigration rules after arrival. The university international office usually provides practical guidance on timing, appointment and required documents.

A transfer or program change may affect immigration status and must follow both university and immigration rules. Do not change institutions informally; obtain the required admission and immigration approval or reporting first.

Identify the specific refusal or deficiency before reapplying. A new application should address the underlying issue with stronger or corrected evidence rather than simply resubmitting the same file.

KB Education can review your academic profile, explain available D-2/D-4 study pathways, shortlist suitable institutions, organize the admission document plan and guide you through the current Nepal-side and Korea-side process. The university and Korean authorities make the final decisions.

No. Admission and immigration are separate decisions. A university can admit a student, but the Korean visa/immigration authority still assesses the visa or stay-status requirements.

D-4-7 is used in selected Korean immigration/education contexts for specific training or preparatory study arrangements. Because the exact institutional use and eligibility can vary, KB Education confirms the route against the university and current immigration documentation before advising a student.