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[Cracker006]

I've heard several things here and I'm totally confused.

I want to switch jobs.

My contract doesn't expire until June 30th, but it sucks ass here, and I can't handle another 4 months in this dump.

I can get my letter of release.
I have sealed transcripts with me now.
I have an original diploma now.
I have my FBI finger prints in the works, and should be here within a few weeks.

I know I CAN'T transfer my visa from one place to another.

Here is my question:

Since I have NOT done 3/4 of my contract, will I HAVE to return home to the USA before applying for another visa? If I have all the paperwork here, will I be able to switch without returning home?

[loose_ends]

[Ut videam]

To the OP: Are you currently on your first E-2 visa? Or have you previously completed a full year (or more) of teaching in Korea?

If you haven't completed a full contract term on a E-2 (i.e., 1 year), you may not be permitted to make a visa run.

Another current thread is addressing this topic: http://forums.eslcafe.com/korea/viewtopic.php?t=113922

[Cracker006]

I've been in Korea more than a year. I did 10 months at one job, a summer-camp, and 8 months at this job.

[Metsuke]

I just recently changed jobs... and transfered/extended my current visa with one employer to different employer.

Keep in mind you can only do this before March 15 so you better start moving fast.

1) First find a new job.
2) Get a letter of release from your current employer.
3) Let your new employer arrange the paper work and whatnot.

I did not need a police check, medical check, or transcripts to do this. I didn't even bring in my original degree.

Again... this is only before March 15th.

Good luck.

[Cerriowen]

So after March 15th I will *HAVE* to return to the USA???

[Cracker006]

so... even with a CRC after March 15th you have to fly home???