Guides for different documents required to teach English in South Korea.
The E2 visa is the specific visa for individuals coming to Korea as an English Teacher. The E2 visa is sponsored by educational institutions such as public schools, private academies (hagwons), and at universities. The visa must have prior agreed upon sponsorship by one of those institutions in order to obtain. An E2 visa is [...]
A Criminal Background Check (also referred to as a Criminal Record Check), is a document used to prove that you have not been convicted of a crime in the past. Korean Immigration requires that expatriates coming to work in South Korea have no criminal background. Those with criminal backgrounds of either felonies or misdemeanors [...]
CELTA stands for Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults and is a credential issued by various institutes that are accredited by the University of Cambridge to teach English in foreign countries. The credential is similar in nature to a TEFL or TESOL certificate. A CELTA course generally is comprised of lecture, exams, and practicum. [...]
A Bachelor's Degree (Bachelors Degree) or BA or BS is an academic degree earned for completing an undergraduate course of study. What Kind of BA is Required to Teach English in Korea? A 3-4 year qualification earned from an accredited institution is required. Bachelor’s programs less than 3 years are not accepted. [...]
Letters of Recommendation (sometimes referred to as LORs) are letters written by an employer, supervisor, or past teacher to comment about your working ability.Article updated 12 December 2024. Who Should I Request a LOR From? To teach in South Korea, two letters of recommendation are required. The EPIK program only accepts letters [...]
