E-2-1 Visa Application at the Consulate of the Republic of Korea in Melbourne
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.
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If you live in the following province(s), you will use the Korean Consulate in Melbourne to complete your visa process:
Victoria
How to Submit Your Visa Application
Option 1: In-person Appointment
Visit the consulate within the operating hours along with your documents. You must reserve an appointment in advance.
Work Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 A.M. – 11:30 A.M., 1:00 PM – 4:00 P.M
Option 2: By Mail (Post)
Alternatively, you can also mail your documents to the consulate. Post to the Korean Consulate in Melbourne.
Required Documents
Below is a complete list of documents you will need when submitting your E-2-1 visa application.
1) Visa Application Form (Printed and Completed)
※ Form titled "Application for Visa (for those in possession of visa issuance confirmation)."
※ Please do not forget to put your signature on the bottom part of the first page of the visa application form. Please include your Confirmation of Visa Issuance Number (CVI No.)
※ Please write down your phone number and address to be used in Korea at the top of your application. This can be your school’s information.
- 1.1 Full name in English: Your name must be the same on your passport.
- 1.7 National Identity No.
- 2.5 Emergency Contact Information: a person in New Zealand
- 3.1 Visa Issuance Number (Confirmation No.)
- 3.6 Status of Stay: Visa type (e.g., E-2-1)
2) Original Passport
- Valid for at least 6 more months after your travel date (preferably minim. 13 months)
3) 1 Passport-type Color Photo
- White background, 3.5cm X 4.5cm
- Glue the photo on the visa application form (Section 1. Personal Details)
4) Copy of Employment Contract
- Signed by both the teacher and the educational institution
5) Visa Fee: AUD $180
- For in-person: Cash, Card
- For mail/post: Money Order/Bank Cheque (Payee: Korean Consulate in Brisbane)
For Mail/Post: Prepaid and Self-addressed Return Envelope
Korean Consulate Contact Information
Mailing Address:
The Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Melbourne,
Level 10, 636 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne VIC 3004
Phone Number: +61 3-9533-3800
Email for Visa: conmel@mofa.go.kr
Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 A.M. – 11:30 A.M. & 1 P.M. - 4:00 P.M.
Processing Time
The visa processing time is 10 business 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 10 days, 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
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