ESL Visa Documents Needed for U.K. Citizens

ESL Visa Documents Needed for U.K. Citizens

1. Copy of Passport
2. Copy of Apostilled Diploma (Apostille Stamp Visible)
3. Apostilled Criminal Background Check (Original)
4. Self-Health Assessment 
5. Three Signed Contracts – Please make sure to sign all three copies
6. Two Passport Style Photos 
7. Isolation Consent Form
8. Visa Issuance Application Form

Before you start applying for teaching jobs in Korea, make sure you have the physical copy of your diploma and your DBS criminal record check apostilled and ready to go!
 
Preparing Your Diploma
1. The notary public will make an official copy of your diploma. 
2. The copy will be notarized. In some cases, you will sign the copy and then they will sign and notarize it. 
3. Attach an apostille to the copy. The apostille must be issued from the Legalisation Office.
 
Preparing Your Criminal Record Check
The nationwide criminal record check is conducted by the DBS.
Note: The original Police Clearance Certificate must be notarized and have a federal-level apostille attached. 
In the UK, the entire process may take up to 40 days, so apply as soon as possible.
1. Order a nationwide criminal record check via DBS. Check-in often to make sure your application didn’t get overlooked. 
2. Attach an apostille to the original criminal record check. The apostille must be issued from the Legalisation Office.
Remember: The photocopy of your diploma must FIRST be notarized before you can get an apostille. 
Once you have both your diploma and criminal record check with the apostilles, you will be ready to go and can start applying for teaching positions in Korea!  Once you have these documents ready, schools will know that you are serious about pursuing a position in Korea and will be able to move forward with your application.