한국내 고용주 변경) Renewing ARC for New Employment
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You should visit the immigration office that has jurisdiction over your new place of employment, not where you reside or have visited previously.
E2 Visa Guide for Transferring Teachers in Korea
Case 1: New Contract Begins Before Your ARC Expiration Date
Visit Immigration Office:
- Discuss with your co-teacher/school about leaving early. Visit your local immigration office, present your application.
Visit Immigration Office Within Two Weeks:
- Visit the immigration office within two weeks of your new contract start date to avoid fines.
Locate the Immigration Office:
- Find the immigration office for your new accommodation area. If you have your own housing, visit the office in charge of that area.
Obtain Original School Documents:
- Collect original school documents from your current school:
- Original contract and 1 photocopy
- Weekly teaching timetable
- Status form of students
- Photocopy of school business license
- Photocopy of accommodation contract
- Confirmation letter of Accommodation Residency
Prepare Documents for Immigration:
- Prepare the following for your local immigration office:
- Application Form (Report form)
- Employer Change Form
- Passport with additional photocopy
- ARC card with additional photocopy
- Fee, Cash
Visit Immigration Office:
- Discuss with your co-teacher/school about leaving early. Visit your local immigration office, present your application.
E2 Visa Transfer:
- Your E2 visa will be transferred the same day you visit the office. Verify the expanded dates on your passport and ARC card.
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Case 2: If Your New Contract Begins After Your ARC Expiration Date
1. Visit Immigration Before ARC Expires:
- Visit the immigration office before your ARC expires.
2. Locate the Immigration Office:
- Find the immigration office for your new accommodation area. If you have your own housing, visit the office in charge.
3. Plan Your Visit:
- Plan a date to visit an immigration center and make a reservation if possible (open from 9 AM to 6 PM).
4. Obtain New School Documents:
- Collect original school documents from your new school or contact us for assistance.
5. Prepare Documents for Immigration:
- Prepare the following for your local immigration office:
- Application Form (Report form)
- Employer Change Form
- Passport with additional photocopy
- ARC card with additional photocopy
- Fee, Cash
6. Visit Immigration Office:
- Visit your local immigration office and present your application and required documents.
7. Immediate Information Disclosure Request:
- Request an "Immediate Information Disclosure" at the immigration office to obtain a copy of your degree and criminal record with an apostille from your home country.
**Important Notes:**
1. Additional Document Requests:
- Even if you have submitted all required documents, additional documents may be requested at the discretion of the immigration officer.
2. Return of Documents:
- All documents submitted can be returned to you, even if you have brought them with you.
3. Processing Time:
- The processing time for your application may vary depending on the discretion of the immigration officer.
E2 Visa Guide for Transferring Teachers in Korea
Case 1: New Contract Begins Before Your ARC Expiration Date
Visit Immigration Office:
- Discuss with your co-teacher/school about leaving early. Visit your local immigration office, present your application.
Visit Immigration Office Within Two Weeks:
- Visit the immigration office within two weeks of your new contract start date to avoid fines.
Locate the Immigration Office:
- Find the immigration office for your new accommodation area. If you have your own housing, visit the office in charge of that area.
Obtain Original School Documents:
- Collect original school documents from your current school:
- Original contract and 1 photocopy
- Weekly teaching timetable
- Status form of students
- Photocopy of school business license
- Photocopy of accommodation contract
- Confirmation letter of Accommodation Residency
Prepare Documents for Immigration:
- Prepare the following for your local immigration office:
- Application Form (Report form)
- Employer Change Form
- Passport with additional photocopy
- ARC card with additional photocopy
- Fee, Cash
Visit Immigration Office:
- Discuss with your co-teacher/school about leaving early. Visit your local immigration office, present your application.
E2 Visa Transfer:
- Your E2 visa will be transferred the same day you visit the office. Verify the expanded dates on your passport and ARC card.
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Case 2: If Your New Contract Begins After Your ARC Expiration Date
1. Visit Immigration Before ARC Expires:
- Visit the immigration office before your ARC expires.
2. Locate the Immigration Office:
- Find the immigration office for your new accommodation area. If you have your own housing, visit the office in charge.
3. Plan Your Visit:
- Plan a date to visit an immigration center and make a reservation if possible (open from 9 AM to 6 PM).
4. Obtain New School Documents:
- Collect original school documents from your new school or contact us for assistance.
5. Prepare Documents for Immigration:
- Prepare the following for your local immigration office:
- Application Form (Report form)
- Employer Change Form
- Passport with additional photocopy
- ARC card with additional photocopy
- Fee, Cash
6. Visit Immigration Office:
- Visit your local immigration office and present your application and required documents.
7. Immediate Information Disclosure Request:
- Request an "Immediate Information Disclosure" at the immigration office to obtain a copy of your degree and criminal record with an apostille from your home country.
**Important Notes:**
1. Additional Document Requests:
- Even if you have submitted all required documents, additional documents may be requested at the discretion of the immigration officer.
2. Return of Documents:
- All documents submitted can be returned to you, even if you have brought them with you.
3. Processing Time:
- The processing time for your application may vary depending on the discretion of the immigration officer.