Vancouver Canada Visa Guide: Korean Consulate E-2 Application Process

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

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 province(s) and territories, you will use the Korean Consulate in Vancouver to complete your visa process: 

British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Yukon, and the Northwest Territories

 

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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 a reservation in advance.

Work Hours:  Monday – Friday:9:00 A.M. – 12:00 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 Consulate in Vancouver.

 

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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, date stamped taken with 6 months at the back

5) Signed Employment Contract

• Signed by both the school and the educational institution

 

6) Business Registration Certificate

• BRC of your school (the Korean inviting party/institution)

6) Visa Fee: CAD $78.00

• Cash, Debit, Credit or Money Order

For Mail/Post: Prepaid Return Envelope 
※ When you apply for your visa through a Canada Prepaid Xpress envelope, please keep your tracking # (PG 000 000 000 CA).

• You must include Canada Prepaid Xpress return envelope (return address written on it) and original passport along with other visa documents. 

 

For Former Korean Nationals Documents to prove renunciation, Proof of loss of nationality [If you reported before 2008]: Please provide jejokdeungbon (제적등본) issued within 3 months from the date of application. [If you reported after 2008]: Please provide basic certificate (“기본증명서” ) and family relation certification (“가족관계증명서”) issued within 3 months fr

 

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Korean Consulate Contact Information

Mailing Address:

Consulate General of The Republic of Korea in Vancouver (ATTN: Visa Department)

#1600-1090 West Georgia St., Vancouver, BC. V6E 3V7

 

Phone Number: +1-604-681-9581

Email for Visa: vancon@mofa.go.kr

 

Working Hours:

Application Submission: 9:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.
Visa Collection: 1:30 P.M. – 4:30 P.M. (Monday–Friday)

 

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Processing Time 

The visa processing time is approximately 14 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 14 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