Korean Job Discussion Forums

[Zephyr99]

I'm a newbie to the forum and to teaching ESL in Korea. This summer, I will be teaching at a university in Seoul. With that being said, I will be applying for a C4 visa within the next week or so. I have heard so many conflicting ideas of what is needed for a C4 visa (even conflicting notions on how much it costs, the consulate website says $30 but on the phone, they said $45. So which is it?). Calling the Korean Consulate in NYC was of little help. My boss told me that this is what I need:
1) passport

2) FBI Criminal Background Check with an Apostille

3) Diploma with an Apostille

4) 4-6 passport photos

5) 1 original copy of contract and 1 copy of contract

6) Business Certificate from the institution

7) Class Schedule

Resume

9) Reference

To the veterans out there, Does this seem right? Am I missing anything?

Also, if I one day ship my visa application materials it to the consulate, how long will it take to process and get it back (with a one day shipping returned envelope attached to the application)?

Is a E2 visa application any different from a C4 visa? This visa process has been such a pain in the butt. And If I find a longer term position in Korea, will I have to re-do this process all over again (thus switching from a C4 to a E2 visa)?

Sorry for all the questions, I am a bit confused and overwhelmed at the moment. Thank you for your help!

[ttompatz]

C4 to teach is the same process and documents as an E2.

Get 2 sets of your documents done just because.
Even though immigration may not want or require them your new employer (when you want to get an E2) might.
Change that to will want a new set if you are looking at a public school job.

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