How to Get an E-7 Visa as a Computer Hardware Engineer (2211) in Korea

If you are being hired to design or develop computer hardware systems in Korea, your visa category may be:

👉 E-7-1 (Specialty Occupation) – Computer Hardware Engineer (2211)

1️⃣ Who Qualifies?

Professionals responsible for:

• Hardware architecture design

• Circuit and PCB design

• Embedded hardware development

• System integration and testing

• Performance optimization

This category excludes assembly-line or basic maintenance work.

2️⃣ Eligibility Checklist

Requirement	Details
Visa Type	E-7-1
Job Code	2211
Degree	Bachelor’s or higher in related field
Experience	Relevant engineering experience
Employment Contract	Required
Salary	Must meet E-7 threshold
Company	R&D-capable entity

3️⃣ How to Change D-10 to E-7 (2211)

① Secure employment contract
→ ② Confirm hardware-based role classification
→ ③ Prepare job description & R&D proof
→ ④ Apply for change of status
→ ⑤ Approval → Begin employment

4️⃣ Common Approval Risks

• Role mainly software development
• Maintenance technician misclassified
• Insufficient salary
• Weak R&D evidence

Final Advice

E-7 (2211) is intended for advanced hardware R&D professionals.
Clear documentation of technical design responsibilities is essential for approval.

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