Canberra Australia Visa Guide: Korean Embassy E-2 Application Process

E-2-1 Visa Application at the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Canberra
 

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 embassy.

 

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

 

If you live in the following province(s) and territory, you will use the Korean Embassy in Canberra to complete your visa process: 

 

Australian Capital Territory, South Australia, Western Australia, and Tasmania

 

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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. No reservation is required.

Work Hours:  Monday – Friday: 9:00 A.M. – 12:30 P.M

 

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Option 2: By Mail (Post)

Alternatively, you can also mail your documents to the consulate. Post to the Korean Embassy in Canberra.

 

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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) Original Passport

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

3) Copy of Passport

• Data page and Signature page

4) 1 Passport-type Color Photo

• White background, 3.5cm X 4.5cm
• Glue the photo on the visa application form (Section 1. Personal Details)

5) Copy of the Employment Contract

• Signed by both the teacher and the educational institution

 

6) Visa Fee: AUD $180

• Cash or Money Order (Australia Post) ONLY 

For Mail/Post: Prepaid and Self-addressed Return Envelope 

• Please note that the Embassy strongly advises all applicants to send and receive the application by using a safer delivery option that offers both tracking and signature on delivery (like Registered Post or Express Post with Signature on Delivery option included), in order to minimize the possibility of loss.
• Also, all applicants are advised to take note of the tracking number (for both sending and receiving) for future reference.

 

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Korean Embassy Contact Information

Mailing Address:

The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Canberra,

Visa Section Suite 3.01, Level 3/42 Macquarie St, Barton ACT 2600

 

Phone Number: +61 7-6270-4100

Email for Visa: visa-au@mofa.go.kr

 

Working Hours: (Visa application) Monday – Friday, 09:00 A.M. – 12:30 P.M.

(Passport Collection) Monday – Friday, 09:00 A.M. – 12:30 P.M., 1:30 P.M. – 4:00 P.M.

 

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Processing Time 

The visa processing time is 20 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 20 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