EPIK Arrival & Orientation
Your arrival playbook for Fall 2026 — check-in is confirmed for Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at Incheon Terminal 2 (T1 arrivals take the free inter-terminal shuttle). e-Arrival card, EPIK shuttle, and a Korean taxi backup plan.
Intake
Fall 2026
Check-in Date
Wed, Aug 19, 2026
Airport
ICN T1/T2
Arrival Cut-off
Per NOA
MOE/POE — all locations. Check-in is confirmed for Wednesday, August 19, 2026; Korvia will confirm exact shuttle times and the orientation venue closer to arrival.
Complete the e-Arrival Card within 3 days of your flight
All teachers must fill out the new e-Arrival form no earlier than 3 days before arrival in Korea. This replaces the paper immigration form you would normally fill out on the airplane.
K-ETA is NOT required — K-ETA only applies to passengers entering Korea without a visa, and you will have an E-2 visa.
Check-in Date, Airport & Venue
Here are the confirmed details for MOE/POE Fall 2026 arrivals — all locations. We ask all teachers to stay safe and take extra care in the few weeks before boarding your flight.
Check-in Date
Wed, Aug 19, 2026
EPIK has confirmed Fall 2026 check-in for Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at Incheon Terminal 2. Check your Notice of Appointment email for your exact arrival time. If your flight lands outside the window, arrive the day before and stay at an airport hotel overnight.
Meeting Point
ICN Terminal 2
Incheon International Airport (ICN) Terminal 2 — EPIK arrival desk. Arriving at Terminal 1 is fine — take the free inter-terminal shuttle to Terminal 2. If you miss the free EPIK shuttles, a taxi to the orientation venue will be very expensive.
Shuttle Bus
TBA
Free EPIK shuttle buses depart from ICN Terminal 2 to the orientation venue. Departure times are confirmed closer to the intake — Korvia will share the schedule via email.
Orientation Venue
TBA
The orientation venue and address are confirmed by EPIK closer to the arrival date. If you are going directly to the venue instead of taking the shuttle, please let us know ahead of time.
From Flight Booking to Orientation Check-In
Five steps that cover everything from the moment you confirm your flight to the moment you drop your luggage at the orientation venue.
Confirm Your Flight to Incheon (ICN)
Once BookedAs soon as your flight arrangements are confirmed, send your full name, flight number, and arrival date & time to the Korvia EPIK team. Arriving at ICN Terminal 1 is fine — take the free shuttle to Terminal 2 for the EPIK arrival desk.
- ✓Share full name + flight number + arrival date/time with Korvia
- ✓Arriving at ICN Terminal 1 is fine — take the free shuttle to Terminal 2 for the EPIK arrival desk
- ✓If you are heading directly to the orientation venue, notify us in advance
Complete the e-Arrival Card
3 Days Before FlightAll teachers must fill out the new e-Arrival form no earlier than 3 days before their arrival in Korea. This replaces the paper immigration form that you would normally fill out on the airplane.
- ✓Submit online at e-arrivalcard.go.kr
- ✓Earliest window: 3 days before your arrival in Korea
- ✓K-ETA is NOT required — you enter on your E-2 visa
- ✓Keep your confirmation accessible for immigration
Land at Incheon & Meet the EPIK Team
Wed · Aug 19, 2026Clear immigration and baggage, then head to the EPIK meeting point at ICN Terminal 2 (Terminal 1 arrivals: take the free inter-terminal shuttle). EPIK has confirmed Fall 2026 check-in for Wednesday, August 19, 2026 — check your Notice of Appointment email for your exact arrival time that day.
- ✓Fall 2026 check-in confirmed: Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at ICN Terminal 2
- ✓Your Notice of Appointment email confirms your exact arrival time on the day
- ✓If your flight lands outside the window, book the day before and stay at a nearby airport hotel
- ✓T1 arrivals: take the free inter-terminal shuttle to Terminal 2 for the EPIK arrival desk
- ✓Come find the Korvia team for your welcome package
Board the EPIK Shuttle to Orientation
Same Day — AfternoonEPIK provides free shuttle buses from Incheon Airport to the orientation venue. Missing the shuttle means paying for an expensive private taxi — so stay with the group and keep an eye out for Korvia and EPIK staff.
- ✓Free EPIK shuttle — departs from ICN Terminal 2
- ✓Shuttle schedule: TBA (confirmed closer to arrival)
- ✓If you miss the shuttle, taxi fare to the venue is very expensive
- ✓Korean taxi note is provided below as a backup
Check In at the Orientation Venue
Arrival EveningOnce you arrive at the orientation venue, you will check in, drop off your luggage at the dormitory, and meet fellow incoming EPIK teachers. Orientation runs for roughly one week before you depart for your placement city.
- ✓Orientation venue: TBA (confirmed by EPIK closer to intake)
- ✓Dormitory-style accommodation provided on-site
- ✓Meals included during orientation
- ✓Bring clothing and toiletries for ~1 week
Korean Taxi Note to Show the Driver
If you miss the free EPIK shuttle, show the driver the Korean text below. Save a screenshot on your phone before you fly — mobile data can be spotty on arrival.
안녕하세요 기사님, 이 분은 교육부 초청으로 EPIK 오리엔테이션 연수에 참석하는 원어민 선생님입니다.
EPIK 오리엔테이션 장소까지 가주세요. 감사합니다.
English summary: Hello driver — this teacher is a native-speaker instructor invited by the Ministry of Education to attend EPIK orientation training. Please take them to the orientation venue. The Fall 2026 orientation venue and address have not been announced by EPIK yet — Korvia will send you the complete taxi note with the exact venue address as soon as it is confirmed.
What to Bring for Arrival Day
Keep these eight items in your carry-on, not your checked luggage — you'll need them at immigration and on your first night in Korea.
Passport + E-2 Visa
Your passport must have the E-2 teaching visa sticker affixed by the Korean consulate before you fly.
Documents (Copies Only)
Do NOT bring original documents unless EPIK specifically requested them; copies plus your apostilled originals already submitted are sufficient.
Prescriptions & Medications
Enough supply for the first 1–2 months, plus copies of prescriptions in English from your doctor.
Debit/Credit Card + KRW Cash
Bring KRW cash (Korean won) for the first few days — not USD — plus a debit card that works internationally for ATM withdrawals.
Power Adapter (Type C/F)
Korea uses 220V, Type C/F outlets. Bring at least one adapter for your first night.
Business-Casual Clothes
Smart outfits for orientation sessions, demo lessons, and school introductions — conservative styling.
Unlocked Phone
An unlocked smartphone so you can insert a Korean SIM card on arrival and use KakaoTalk, Naver Maps, and Papago.
Printed Itinerary & Contacts
A printed copy of your flight details, Korvia contact, and the Korean taxi note in case your phone runs out of battery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q.What if my flight doesn't land within the arrival window?
EPIK has confirmed Fall 2026 check-in for Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at Incheon Terminal 2. Your Notice of Appointment email confirms your exact arrival window that day. If your flight lands outside that window, arrive the day before and stay at an airport hotel overnight so you do not miss the EPIK shuttle.
Q.Which terminal do I fly into at Incheon?
Arriving at ICN Terminal 1 is fine — take the free inter-terminal shuttle to Terminal 2 for the EPIK arrival desk. The EPIK meeting point and shuttle buses depart from Terminal 2.
Q.Do I need K-ETA?
No. K-ETA is only required for passengers entering Korea without a visa. Because EPIK teachers enter on an E-2 teaching visa, K-ETA is not required. You only need to complete the e-Arrival Card within 3 days of your flight.
Q.What happens if I miss the EPIK shuttle bus?
You will need to take a taxi to the orientation venue at your own cost, and the fare will be very expensive. Show the driver the Korean taxi note below so they can find the venue.
Q.Where is the orientation venue?
The orientation venue for Fall 2026 is TBA — EPIK confirms the location and shuttle times closer to the August 19, 2026 check-in. Korvia will share the address, shuttle schedule, and any last-minute updates via email.
EPIK Fall 2026 Mandatory Arrival Webinar
Successful EPIK Fall 2026 applicants are personally invited to the Mandatory Arrival Webinar on Monday, August 3 — what to prepare before you fly, what to expect at orientation, and a live Q&A. Your invitation is sent individually by email.
See the arrival webinar details