Required Documents
Obtaining a Korean Background Check Certificate
If you're a foreigner living in South Korea and need to obtain a Korean Criminal Background Check (범죄경력조회), also known as a "Criminal Record Certificate" or "Police Clearance Certificate," you'll find the process straightforward but essential for ...
List of Authentication Offices in Canada - April 2021
As of 19 April 2021, the Canadian documents for use in Korea are required to be additionally authenticated by the Global Affairs Canada Authentication Sector (JLAC) or the Provincial Government Authentication Service before the legalization by the ...
How to receive an authenticated photocopy of Criminal background check and Degree certificate
Many of you who already have submitted your visa documents ask the same questions when you look for another job within Korea "Do I have to do this all again?" Luckily the answer is "No" however you still supposed to provide an authenticated ...
Verifying a University Degree in Canada
Canada is not a signatory to the Hague Apostille Convention and therefore does not issue apostilles. How do I get a legally verified document for the visa process in Korea? The Canadian equivalent to an apostille is the Consular Seal affixed by the ...
I’m from SA, does that mean I need proof of english from high school and middle school for initial documents?
- yes, you need to submit the proof of schooling in English from a secondary school you attended.
If I have a teaching degree does that mean the only document i need apostilled is the criminal background check?
- You will need to get your CRC AND Bachelor’s degree apostilled.
I have a teaching certificate, do I need that to be notarized/apostilled, or is it unnecessary?
- your teaching certificate doesn't have to be notarized or apostilled. you can simply provide a photocopy of your teaching certificate, please.
Can Canadian get a copy of apostatized diploma from Korean immigration?
- Yes, if you have submitted the apostilled degree at the Korean immigration office, you can visit with ARC the immigration office, get the copy one. but if you apply for EPIK, you must submit the original apostilled BA degree.
When applying, do you need to have your TEFL certification completed or can you simply show you are enrolled and will be completed before a specified date?
You do not have to have your TEFL certification completed; you can submit an enrollment letter and a sworn declaration. However, you will have to complete the course before coming to Korea.
Can I use a channeler to obtain my FBI Identity History Summary Check
Yes. As of 2014, both Immigration offices and educational offices in Korea have started to accept FBI Identity History Summary Checks issued from an official FBI-approved channeler. Korvia recommends using Accurate Biometrics and has a special ...
When should I apply for my Criminal Background Check?
Your criminal background check is only valid for six months from its issuance date and must be still valid when you submit your documents to Korean immigration. Therefore if you are applying for a September 1st start date, we recommend having your ...
How can I apply for a criminal background check?
For more information on how to apply for a criminal background check, please visit the Criminal Background Check Korvia Guide.
Should I smile in my passport photo or should I have a straight face?
Smiling in your passport photo is preferred. The majority of ESL teaching positions in Korea are to teach students from kindergarten through grade 6. A friendly smile can leave a good impression on these types of employers.
Who Should I Request a Letter of Recommendation From?
To teach in South Korea, two letters of recommendation are required. The EPIK and GEPIK programs only accept letters that are written from direct supervisors from past or current workplaces or from academic professors at colleges and universities. ...
What Must My Letter of Recommendation Contain?
Letters of Recommendation must contain certain information and items to be accepted by teaching programs in Korea. Your 2 letters of recommendation must: Be printed on official company or university letterhead The date of its writing The position ...
How Can I Apply for a Residency Certificate?
Those that wish to apply for a Residence Certificate will need contact their country’s appropriate governing tax office. Please consult the following list to find out more information regarding your specific situation. US Citizens – IRS Official ...
How Do I Submit My Residency Certificate to Korea?
To obtain tax exemption while in South Korea, teachers will need to submit their Residency Certificate to their school’s administrative office at the beginning of the contract (before the first salary is paid). The worker in charge of taxation will ...
Can I get a FBI background check while I am staying in Korea?
Yes, you can. You have to use two expediting services to obtain both FBI background result and Apostille on the FBI result. 1. Print this fingerprint form, and visit a local police station ...
Canadian Criminal Background (RCMP) check search _ Korvia Guide
In Canada, CRC (Criminal Record Check) is handled by Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). This will determine if an individual has a criminal record, meaning if he/she has been charged or convicted of a crime. There are two ways to check your ...
Can I get my diploma apostilled while I am in Korea? I'm from the UK.
Yes, you can. There are services available in the UK that can take care of the apostille process for you, and they can expedite the process as well. If you search like "UK Apostille service" on Google, you will find many. One of Korvia's recruits ...