Seattle US Visa Guide: Korean Consulate E-2 Application Process

E-2-1 Visa Application at the Consulate of the Republic of Korea in Seattle
 

If you are planning to work or teach in Korea under the E-2-1 visa, the first step is obtaining your Confirmation of Visa Issuance Number (CVI No.) or VIN Number. Once you have this, you are ready to submit your visa application through the Korean consulate.

 

Note: We strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information. However, we strongly recommend directly contacting the consulate for the most current guidance, assistance, and any updates or changes.

 

If you live in the following state(s) and territories, you will use the Korean Consulate in Seattle to complete your visa process: 

Washington, Oregon, Montana, and Idaho

 

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How to Submit Your Visa Application

 

Option 1: In-person Appointment

Visit the consulate within the operating hours along with your documents. You must schedule an online reservation in advance.

Civil Service (Work Hours):  Monday–Friday, 08:30 A.M.-4:00 P.M. 

 

 

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Option 2: By USPS Mail (Post)

Alternatively, you can also mail your documents to the consulate (USPS with Tracking ONLY). Post to the Korean Consulate in San Francisco

 

 

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Required Documents

 

Below is a complete list of documents you will need when submitting your E-2-1 visa application.

 

 

2) Passport  (more than 6 months valid)

 

If submitting in-person: Original Passport 

 

If submitting by mail/post: Notarized Copy of Your Personal Information Page (DO NOT send your original passport when you apply by mail)

 

3) Copy of Passport

• Photocopy the page that has your photo and personal information (Data Page)

4) 1 Passport-type Color Photo

• Size: 2 X 2 inch
• Natural color
• Taken within 6 months
• DO NOT print at home

4) E-2 Consul’s Checklist (Printed and Completed)

 

5) Copy of Valid Driver’s License or ID (as proof of residency)

 

6) Visa Fee:  45 USD

• For Mail/Post: Money Order ONLY 

 

For Korean Americans/Descendants Parents' Certificate of Naturalization and the applicant's birth certificate if a person whose parent(s) had a Korean Nationality and has acquired a US nationality Basic Certificate (기본증명서) or Certificate of Family Registry (제적등본) AND US Certificate of Naturalization if a person who was Korean and has renounced Korean nationality (if applicable)

 

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Korean Consulate Contact Information

Mailing Address:

Korean Consulate General in Seattle (ATTN: Visa Department)
115 W Mercer St.Seattle, WA 98119
 

Phone Number: +1-206-441-1011 ~ 1014

Email for Visa: seattle0404@mofa.go.kr

 

Working Hours (Civil Service): Monday–Friday, 08:30 A.M.- 4:00 P.M.

 

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Processing Time 

The visa processing time is approximately 3 ~ 4 weeks. All submitted documents with the visa application will not be returned to the applicant except the passport. E-2-1 is a single-entry visa and is valid for 90 days from the date of issue. After 3 weeks, please check your application status online. If it has been approved, please print your Visa Grant Notice by visiting the Korea Visa Portal.

 

Related Article: How to Navigate the Korea Visa Portal Site

 

Last Updated: 12/1/2025