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Seattle US Visa Guide: Korean Consulate E-2 Application Process
E-2-1 Visa Application at the Consulate of the Republic of Korea in Seattle If you are planning to work or teach in Korea under the E-2-1 visa, the first step is obtaining your Confirmation of Visa Issuance Number (CVI No.) or VIN Number. Once you have this, you are ready to submit your visa application through the Korean consulate. Note: We strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information. However, we strongly recommend directly contacting the consulate for the most current guidance, assistance, and any updates or changes. If you live in the following state(s) and territories, you will use the Korean Consulate in Seattle to complete your visa process: Washington, Oregon, Montana, and Idaho How to Submit Your Visa Application Option 1: In-person Appointment Visit the consulate within the operating hours along with your documents. You must schedule an online reservation in advance. Civil Service (Work Hours): Monday–Friday, 08:30 A.M.-4:00 P.M. How to Make an Online Reservation Access the 365 Overseas Korean Portal or download the mobile app “365 Overseas Korean Portal.” Click non-member login (or sign up) Click on Reservation to Diplomatic Mission, then click on [Make a Reservation] Select [North America] - [UNITED STATES] - [Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Seattle], then click [Next] Select [VISA] / [Reservation date] / [Time] After completing the reservation details, print out the confirmation email. Source: 365 Overseas Korean Portal Option 2: By USPS Mail (Post) Alternatively, you can also mail your documents to the consulate (USPS with Tracking ONLY). Post to the Korean Consulate in San Francisco You must pay the USD 45 visa fee by money order only. How to Fill Out a Money Order: 1) Payable to: Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in SF Recipient Address: Korean Consulate General in San Francisco (ATTN: Visa Department) 3500 Clay St., San Francisco, CA 94118 2) Pay for: (Leave Blank) 3) From: Your Name & Address 4) Signature: Your signature is required 5) USD Amount (45 USD) Required Documents Below is a complete list of documents you will need when submitting your E-2-1 visa application. 1) Visa Application Form (Printed and Completed) ※ Form titled "Application for Visa (for those in possession of visa issuance confirmation)." ※ Please do not forget to put your signature on the bottom part of the first page of the visa application form. Please include your Confirmation of Visa Issuance Number (CVI No.) ※ Please write down your phone number and address to be used in Korea at the top of your application. This can be your school’s information. 1.1 Full name in English: Your name must be the same on your passport. 1.7 National Identity No. 2.5 Emergency Contact Information: a person in the USA 3.1 Visa Issuance Number (Confirmation No.) 3.6 Status of Stay: Visa type (e.g., E-2-1) 2) Passport (more than 6 months valid) If submitting in-person: Original Passport If submitting by mail/post: Notarized Copy of Your Personal Information Page (DO NOT send your original passport when you apply by mail) 3) Copy of Passport Photocopy the page that has your photo and personal information (Data Page) 4) 1 Passport-type Color Photo Size: 2 X 2 inch Natural color Taken within 6 months DO NOT print at home 4) E-2 Consul’s Checklist (Printed and Completed) (a copy of this checklist is available to download at the end of this post) 5) Copy of Valid Driver’s License or ID (as proof of residency) 6) Visa Fee: 45 USD For Mail/Post: Money Order ONLY For Korean Americans/Descendants Parents' Certificate of Naturalization and the applicant's birth certificate if a person whose parent(s) had a Korean Nationality and has acquired a US nationality Basic Certificate (기본증명서) or Certificate of Family Registry (제적등본) AND US Certificate of Naturalization if a person who was Korean and has renounced Korean nationality (if applicable) Korean Consulate Contact Information Mailing Address: Korean Consulate General in Seattle (ATTN: Visa Department) 115 W Mercer St.Seattle, WA 98119 Phone Number: +1-206-441-1011 ~ 1014 Email for Visa: seattle0404@mofa.go.kr Working Hours (Civil Service): Monday–Friday, 08:30 A.M.- 4:00 P.M. Processing Time The visa processing time is approximately 3 ~ 4 weeks. All submitted documents with the visa application will not be returned to the applicant except the passport. E-2-1 is a single-entry visa and is valid for 90 days from the date of issue. After 3 weeks, please check your application status online. If it has been approved, please print your Visa Grant Notice by visiting the Korea Visa Portal. Related Article: How to Navigate the Korea Visa Portal Site Last Updated: 12/1/2025
