Korean Job Discussion Forums

[DeathPony]

I will be renewing my E-2 visa at the same job. Last year I turned in my CBC, a health check, a drug screen and an HIV test. Do I have to repeat all of that this year? Anyone done this recently? Information would be helpful.

[Seoul'n'Corea]

[TheUrbanMyth]

I just renewed mine last week. The above poster is absolutely correct..although in my case I was asked to provide TWO signed copies of the contract.

[DeathPony]

Thanks for the replies, folks! You've been very helpful.

[furtakk]

sorry to hijack, but is the process similar if you're switching schools, but remaining in korea (or going home for a very short period of time, i.e. 1 or 2 weeks)?

[Ramen]

[scorpiocandy]

I switched schools last year, so just transferred my visa from one Employer to another.

I didn't have to resubmit anything, but had to give one picture, release letter and my new Employer went with me and made the application. I got it the next day. The fee was 30 000 Won I think. Don't remember exactly.

If you're going to leave Korea for a few weeks and are definitley coming back, I'd suggest transferring your visa first and then going away (if your new Employer doesn't have a problem with this of course).

[RufusW]

[kiwiinkorea]

How long did it take? Did you get your passport back on the same day or did you have to wait for it to be processed?

Thanks

[Girlygirl]

[kiwiinkorea]

Thanks for the info. Very helpful.