Los Angeles US Visa Guide: Korean Consulate E-2 Application Process

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

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 Los Angeles to complete your visa process: 

Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, Southern California

 

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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.

Work Hours: Monday–Friday, 09:00-12:00 P.M., 1:00-4:00 P.M. 

 

 

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Option 2: By USPS Mail (Post)

Alternatively, you can also mail your documents to the consulate. Post to the Korean Consulate in Los Angeles.

 

 

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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

• Valid for at least 6 more months after your travel date (preferably minim. 13 months) 

If submitting in-person: Original Passport and Copy of Passport (Data page and Signature page)

 

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

• Should be printed in color, actual passport-sized (DO NOT modify the size.)

• The print should be of good enough quality, and the top and bottom of the passport copy must not be cropped.

• Passport copy must be notarized from within this Consulate’s Jurisdiction

3) 1 Passport-type Color Photo

• Size: 2 X 2 inch
• Taken within 6 months
• Applicants who opt for the E-Form DO NOT need a physical photo

4) Consul’s Checklist (Printed and Completed)

 

5) Visa Fee:  45 USD

• Cash, Money Order ONLY

For Mail/Post Applicants: A proof document that the applicant is living within the Los Angeles Consular Jurisdiction
      - Bank Statement, Utility bills, etc. (issued within last 3 months)

 

For Korean Americans/Descendants Korean ancestry applicants may be asked for additional nationality documents(기본증명서, 제적등본, 가족관계증명서) to verify dual citizenship. (Proof of loss of nationality, renunciation of nationality, etc.)

 

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Korean Consulate Contact Information

Mailing Address:

Korean Consulate General in Los Angeles (ATTN: Visa Department)
3243 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90010
 

Phone Number: +1-213-385-9300

Email for Visa: service-la@mofa.go.kr

 

Working Hours (Civil Service): Monday–Friday, 09:00 A.M.- 4:00 P.M.

 

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Processing Time 

The visa processing time is at least 10-15 business days. Mail-in applications take an additional 1-5 days. 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 5 days, please check your application status online. If you can not find any information after 7 days at all, contact the consulate by phone (213-385-9300) or email (service-la@mofa.go.kr). 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