Visa Guideline

In case of applying by mail, a Prepaid Return Envelope (only Xpresspost is accepted) should be included to return the documents. After the visa process allow up to 2~3 working days to put in the mail. It is strongly advised to pick up in person if you have impending travel schedules.

Applying for a Visa
 

Visa Office Hours Effective
-  Application submissions: 9:00 ~ 12:00 (Monday~Friday)
-  Pick-up : 9:00 ~ 16:30 (Monday~Friday)

  1. Consulate Jurisdictions and Contact Information
    • The Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Toronto accepts applications only from residents of Ontario and Manitoba.
  2. Processing Time
    • The visa processing time is 5~10 working days for most visas not including mailing time. The visa process can be delayed due to various reasons. We do not provide any express service.
    • Applicants are advised not to purchase their tickets until their visas are approved.
    • Processing time may change depending on the volume of applications received and are not garanteed.
  3. Payment and Envelope
    • Cash or money orders are accepted for applications sent by mail (no personal cheques), but cash, money orders and debit card are both accepted for applications made in person. Money orders should be made out to the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea.
    • When applying by mail, a self-addressed return envelope with prepaid postage is required. The return envelope must be Xpresspost from Canada Post. (Envelopes from other couriers such as DHL, Fedex, Purolator, and UPS will not be accepted.)
  4. Third-country Visa Issuance Limitation
    • Visas will not be issued by a Korean consulate or embassy in a country other than the one where the applicant holds citizenship (except for long-term visa holders in a third country). Applicants who are presently on tourist visas or through visa waiver programs are strongly advised to apply for their new visas in the country of their permanent residence.
  5. Visa Application Form
    • Download Visa Application Form from top right corner of 'Visa Guideline'.
    • Only one type of form is used for all visa types. Only completed forms will be accepted.
    • How to Complete Your Application  
      • Please make sure to complete all sections. Your application will be assessed based on the documentation submitted. Failure to provide complete, truthful and accurate information may result in your application being refused.
    • Important Information for Completing the Visa Application Form  
      Read all the instructions carefully before you begin to complete the application forms.
      Fill in the forms carefully and completely. Please use a typewriter or print clearly in
      black or blue ink.
    • If there is not enough space to complete any of the sections, please attach an additional sheet. *Write “N/A” if a section is not applicable. Do not leave blanks.
    • For applicants with a visa issuance number, print the number on the top right of the application.
    • For E-1 and E-2 visa applicants, provide the full names and complete addresses of post-secondary schools attended. Only graduates of accredited schools are eligible to apply for these types of visas.
    • Please note that unsigned visa applications will not be accepted.
    • Instruction for completing visa application
      Section

      Notes
      1~2: Print all names as they appear on the passport. Do not use initials.
      3: Name in Chinese character. (If applicable)
      6: If the applicant has more than one nationality, print them all.
      8: Provide a current mailing address in Canada, including city, province, and postal code.
      9~11: Print home phone number, mobile number, and an email address.(If available)
      12: Korean national ID number.(If applicalbe)
      13: Provide the passport number.
      14: If the applicant does not have a diplomatic (DP) or an official passport(OP), circle “OR” for ordinary passport.
      15~17: Provide passport information in detail. Please print dates in the form Year/Month/Date. Also, please note that the applicant’s passport must be valid for at least 6 months.
      18~20:

      Print the applicant’s current occupation in Canada.
      21~25: If these sections are not applicable, write "N/A."
      26: Brief explanation about your trip
      29: Write down all previous visits. Please include details
      30~31: Provide the place where the applicant plans to stay in Korea. For working visa applicants, print the recruiter’s contact number plus mailing address, e-mail address, and website (if available).
      34: Provide information about your family member who will be accompanying you on your trip. (If applicable)
      35:  Provide the name of a guarantor or reference person in Korea. For working visa  applicants, print the prospective employer’s contact number plus mailing address, e-mail address, and website (if available).
  6. Photo Specifications
    • A 3.5 x 4.5 cm passport-type colour photo is required for all visa applications. The photo must have been taken in the last 6 months and should have a white background. Photos which are printed out or which do not meet these specifications will not be accepted.
  7. Additional Documents
    • The Consulate General of the Republic of Korea reserves the right to request additional documents if deemed   necessary.
  8. Validity of Visa
    • In most cases, visas are valid for 3 months. A visa application can be submitted no earlier than 3 months prior to the planned trip.
  9. Visa Denial
    • Please note the visa processing fee will not be refunded and all other submitted documents will not be returned regardless of the final decision once the Korean Consulate has started processing the application
  10. US Applicants
    • Please note that the visa fee for US citizens is $45.00(CAD), regardless of the visa type.  

* Please note: Visa regulations are subject to change without notice.

 

 

 
Working Holiday Visa (H-1)

Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan have concluded agreements on Tourism Employment with Korea. People from these countries can apply for a working holiday visa if they plan to travel to Korea mainly for tourism but also wish to get jobs for short periods of time to cover travel expenses. Stays of up to one year are permitted for working holiday visa recipients.

Eligible Applicants

• Healthy young people from countries with Tourism Employment Agreements with Korea (for Canada and New Zealand the eligible age range at the time of application is 18 ~ 30)
• People travelling with dependent family members are not eligible



Required Items

  1. Completed visa application form
  2. One recent passport-type colour photo
  3. Passport with remaining validity of at least 6 months and a copy of the passport
  4. Return flight ticket
  5. Travel itinerary, resume explaining work experience, and plan (specify details)
  6. Documents, such as a bank statement, proving that the applicant has the ability to cover travel and living expenses for the first 3 months of the stay
  7. Criminal background check issued within recent 3months.
  8. A complete physical examination perfomed by a physcian within recent 3 months including a chest X-ray, urinalysis, blood test and HIV test.
  9. Certificate from the most recent school attended ( School letters or transcripts allowed)
  10. CD$ 80 (cash or money order)

Important Information for H-1 Visa Applicants:

  • Since the primary purpose of the working holiday program is to encourage sightseeing, H-1 visa recipients should not concentrate solely on employment activities as soon as they enter Korea. If H-1 visa holders stay in Korea more than 90 days, they must register with the immigration office in the appropriate jurisdiction within 90 days from entry.
  • If H-1 visa holders wish to change his/her place of residence. they need to report their new address to the head of the local immigration office, branch office or the new city/municipal/county office within 14 days after relocation.
  • H-1 visa holders are not permitted to be employed as receptionists, dancers, singers, musicians, acrobats at places of entertainment which might endanger good morals and manners, or as medical doctors, lawyers, professors, pilots, language instructors or other professional services which require certain qualifications in accordance with domestic laws.
  • Those who desire to take a training or educational course in pursuit of an academic degree other than a Korean language training course will be required to apply for a student visa (D-2).
     

 

 
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