Korean Job Discussion Forums

[white tiger]

I want to make sure I have all my paperwork that I can do done for when I start to apply for jobs. Therefore:

How many notarized copies of my degree should I get?
How recent should they be? (Is six months' advance too much? Will they consider them outdated?)
What colour of socks go with grey pants and black shoes?

thanks for the help!

[elmer]

You'll need one for your initial job, and one (or 2) for your own records. If you have ANY incling that you will stay longer than a year or more, then get a few extra copies done. 5 or more.

As far as I know the notarization and subsequent consulate stamp don't expire.

Since you are just applying, don't send any official copies in your applications. They will need the official ones only when you have made a deal and are visa-processing. Just get photocopies of everything to send for the application process (degree, passport, transcripts, photo...)

Someone asked about transcripts somewhere...I've never given true "official" transcripts. Just photocopies of "unofficial" ones. Never was questioned about them.

[The Marchioness]

I got six or so; however, I never send one of those copies to a school with whom I am negotiating; I send them a copy of a copy so they can have a look. It's only when negotiations have reached the nitty-gritty stage, that I send them the 'real thing.'

Were you attempting to yank someone's chain when you asked about the socks, shoes?

In any case, the rule of thumb is this: your socks should always match your trousers or your shoes in colour; nevertheless, if you're the kind of person who wears brown shoes with grey pants, then you're in trouble already (fashion-wise), and you need help.

For women, it's the same rule: your tights or pantyhose should be in the same tonal range as the skirt, dress, or trousers you're wearing, or they should be the same colour as your shoes. Pretty simple, really.

[white tiger]

yeah, jsut jokin' about the socks thing; but thanks for the refresher nonetheless!

[white tiger]

well, i'm ready to send off my degree to the Korean Consulate here in Canada; only, now i'm a bit confused...does the Korean Consulate notarize the copies, or are they just putting some sort of stamp on them? does this stamp notarize them, or is that a whole other thing?
I'd read earlier someone saying they went to a lawyer to have theirs notarized; can someone please put me on the right path?
thanks!

[kylehawkins2000]

I've never gotten a degree notorized. I just use the original degree. I've sent it in the mail three times now without any problems. If anything ever does happen you can get a new one issued from your University.

Getting degrees notorized can be time consuming and unneccesary. If you are paranoid about sending your degree in the mail I guess you could get one notorized copy. If you have the original I don't see why you'd need any for your own records. You can use a notorized copy to send to your E2 visa sponsor (employer), then take the original with you to show to immigration for issuance of your alien registration card. I just went in, showed them my degree....they wrote done some information, and I left with the degree still in my hands 15 minutes later.

[kiddblount]

i've noticed that it isn't uncommon for korean men's socks/shoes to clash . . .

[canukteacher]

Getting your degree notarized is easy is you follow the instructions from the Korean embassy. You'll have to back in about 72 hours. Proabably cheaper than trying to get a new degree from your university, and faster.

Good luck!

[white tiger]

Just as a follow-up to my original post:

I have since sent my original degree from Manitoba to Vancouver BC Express Post, with self-addressed stamped Express Post envelope, $15.00 money order (for 5 copies), a cover letter asking for the notarized copies, and a photocopy of my passport for identification.
I sent them on friday, and received them the following thursday.
peace

[Squid]

Marchioness, I can't resist, I'm awarding you one short plank.

Squid.

[PEI George]

Is there any value in having a copy of my degree notarized by my university?