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Conversational Language Instruction
The E-2 visa is issued to foreign instructors who teach conversational language classes at Korean elementary, middle, and high schools, university language institutes, and private language academies (hagwons). The scope of activities is limited to "conversational instruction" and does not include regular academic subjects. The initial stay period is typically one year, renewable upon continued employment.
The E-2 visa is issued to foreign instructors who teach conversational language classes at Korean elementary, middle, and high schools, university language institutes, and private language academies (hagwons). The scope of activities is limited to "conversational instruction" and does not include regular academic subjects. The initial stay period is typically one year, renewable upon continued employment.
대상 Target Audience
Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited 4-year university
Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited 4-year university
Criminal background check from home country (apostilled)
Criminal background check from home country (apostilled)
TEFL/TESOL/CELTA certificate (120+ hours recommended)
TEFL/TESOL/CELTA certificate (120+ hours recommended)
면제 가능 Exemption Available
Health examination certificate from a designated medical institution
Health examination certificate from a designated medical institution
Employment contract and business registration of the sponsoring institution
Employment contract and business registration of the sponsoring institution
Apply for Visa Issuance Number (VIN) then obtain visa at consulate
참고 Notes
Alien Registration
Alien Registration
Stay Period Extension Application
Stay Period Extension Application
| 절차 Action | 수수료 Fee | 처리 기간 Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
Apply for Visa Issuance Number (VIN) then obtain visa at consulate Apply for Visa Issuance Number (VIN) then obtain visa at consulate | 발급 수수료: 단수 60,000원 | 1-3주 (VIN) + 재외공관 처리 기간 |
Alien Registration Alien Registration | 30,000원 | -- |
Stay Period Extension Application Stay Period Extension Application | 60,000원 | 2-4주 |
Domestic Status Change (other visa to E-2) Domestic Status Change (other visa to E-2) |
체류지 관할 출입국·외국인청 방문
Alien Registration
Alien Registration
입국 후 90일 이내Activity scope restriction: "Conversational instruction" is limited to native-language conversation classes. Teaching regular academic subjects constitutes illegal employment.
Activity scope restriction: "Conversational instruction" is limited to native-language conversation classes. Teaching regular academic subjects constitutes illegal employment.
대응방안 Mitigation
Ensure your employment contract clearly specifies "conversational instruction" and confirm the scope of duties with your school in advance.
Ensure your employment contract clearly specifies "conversational instruction" and confirm the scope of duties with your school in advance.
Employment is restricted to the designated workplace. Working at any institution other than the one on your contract violates immigration law.
Employment is restricted to the designated workplace. Working at any institution other than the one on your contract violates immigration law.
대응방안 Mitigation
If changing or adding workplaces, always apply for permission at the immigration office beforehand.
If changing or adding workplaces, always apply for permission at the immigration office beforehand.
Document validity: Criminal background checks (6 months) and health certificates have expiry dates that may lapse before visa issuance.
Document validity: Criminal background checks (6 months) and health certificates have expiry dates that may lapse before visa issuance.
대응방안 Mitigation
Plan your document preparation timeline backward to ensure all documents remain valid through visa issuance.
Plan your document preparation timeline backward to ensure all documents remain valid through visa issuance.
Does "conversational instruction" include after-school programs and English camps?
Yes, after-school programs, English camps, and conversation classes at hagwons fall within the E-2 scope. However, teaching regular academic subjects (math, science, etc.) does not.
Yes, after-school programs, English camps, and conversation classes at hagwons fall within the E-2 scope. However, teaching regular academic subjects (math, science, etc.) does not.
Do E-2 document requirements differ by country?
Yes, criminal background check procedures, apostille/consular authentication methods, and degree verification processes vary by country. Check the ESL365 country-specific guide for details relevant to your home country.
Yes, criminal background check procedures, apostille/consular authentication methods, and degree verification processes vary by country. Check the ESL365 country-specific guide for details relevant to your home country.
What is the process for extending an E-2 visa?
You can apply for an extension from 4 months before to the expiry date at your local immigration office. Required documents include: employment contract, certificate of employment, passport, alien registration card, and a fee of 60,000 KRW.
You can apply for an extension from 4 months before to the expiry date at your local immigration office. Required documents include: employment contract, certificate of employment, passport, alien registration card, and a fee of 60,000 KRW.
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1-2개월
1-2개월
사증민원 자격별 안내 매뉴얼
법무부 출입국·외국인정책본부 [260319]
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법무부 출입국·외국인정책본부 [260319]
하이코리아 출입국·외국인정책 안내
출입국·외국인정책본부 [online]
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This information is provided for general guidance only, not as legal advice. Immigration regulations and review criteria are subject to change at any time. For definitive answers, please consult the relevant immigration office or Korean embassy/consulate.
| 100,000원 |
| 2-4주 |
Dependent (F-3) application for spouse or minor children Dependent (F-3) application for spouse or minor children | 100,000원 (자격변경) / 60,000원 (사증발급) | -- |