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

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

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 Toronto to complete your visa process: 

Ontario (Except Ottawa) and Manitoba
 

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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. & 1:00 P.M. – 4:30 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 Consulate in Toronto.

 

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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) Visa Fee: CAD $78.00

• Cash or Money Order ONLY

For Mail/Post: Prepaid Return Envelope 

• (Within Canada) From Canada Post ONLY 

  (Outside Canada) DHL (Air Waybill must be included)

 

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 of the Republic of Korea to Toronto
555 Avenue Road, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M4V 2J7

 

Phone Number: +1-416-920-3809

Email for Visa: torvisa@mofa.go

 

Working Hours (Consular Services): Monday–Friday,  9:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. & 1:00 P.M. – 4:30 P.M.

 

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Processing Time 

The visa processing time is approximately 2 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 2 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