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Browse our library of Korvia Document Guides to get more information about the documents required during the process of applying to teach English in South Korea.
South African E2 Visa Applicants: A Comprehensive Guide to Obtaining Your TB Test
As South Africans are eager to explore opportunities in South Korea under the E2 visa, there are crucial health checkpoints to cross. One of the primary requirements is the Tuberculosis (TB) test. This article demystifies [...]
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For R450, PostNet Pretoria CBD will send your final documents to Korea via DHL. No other courier service can beat this deal! Or, for R950, they will handle your SAQA, PCC, and DIRCO-related courier services [...]
SAQA Verification Letter: How to Obtain Proof of Your South African Qualifications
The South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) is an organization responsible for the verification of qualifications obtained from accredited South African higher learning institutions. This is an important step for individuals who need to provide [...]
How to Get an FBI Background Check in One Week
Updated: 23/03/06 If you are currently overseas and not within the US, the FBI has updated its policy this year, and those interested in getting a new FBI background check done must contact the FBI [...]
The EPIK Fall 2023 Application form: What you need to know
Ready to take the next step with EPIK? You can find the perfect opportunity for you by following these simple steps. Start off your journey by visiting their website and submitting an online application form! [...]
South Africa: How to Obtain PCC by SAPS to Teach in Korea
PCC, in the context of SAPS (South African Police Service), stands for "Police Clearance Certificate." It is a document issued by SAPS that verifies an individual's criminal record status in South Africa. The certificate [...]
Canada – RCMP Check | Korvia Guide
In Canada, CRC (Criminal Record Check) is handled by Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). This will determine if an individual has a criminal record, meaning if he/she has been charged or convicted of a [...]
How to Get the apostilled FBI background check in Korea
UPDATED: 1/1/2023 Due to FBI regulation updates in 2023, applications submitted from outside of the U.S. cannot be accepted or processed by Accurate Biometrics or any other FBI channeller. Results can only be picked [...]
How to Apostille an FBI Background Check in One Week
How to Apostille an FBI Background Check in One Week UPDATED: 03/02/20 Obtaining Apostille an FBI Background Check can be a lengthy drawn-out process. Especially if you mail your Background Check directly to the US Department [...]
Residency Certificate | Korvia Guide
A Residency Certificate or Residence Certificate is a document that proves a person is a primary resident of a certain country. In the case of living and working in South Korea, a Residency Certificate can [...]
Apostille | Korvia Guide
An "Apostille" is a verification seal or page that is attached to a document to certify it for international use. Only state or federal governmental entities can issue apostilles. Apostilles are required in order [...]
University Transcripts | Korvia Guide
University Transcripts or Student Transcripts are a record of all the classes you took for to obtain your degree (general education and major classes). You can obtain them from your office of registrar or your [...]
University Diploma | Korvia Guide
A University Diploma is a requirement by the Korean government to teach English in South Korea. Applicants will need to obtain an apostilled photocopy of their diploma to submit with their Final Documents Package for [...]
TEFL Certificate | Korvia Guide
A TEFL Certificate or a TESOL certificate is a ESL credential obtained after completing a TEFL/TESOL certification course. The program name TEFL and TESOL are the same thing and the terms are used interchangeably. TEFL [...]
EPIK Sample Lesson Plan | Korvia Guide
Updated 12/07/2022 The EPIK Sample Lesson Plan or Demo Lesson Plan is a component of the EPIK application where applicants construct their own lesson outline for a grade level and English subject matter of [...]
Personal Essay | Korvia Guide
UPDATED: 01/04/2022 A Personal Essay is a required component of almost all of the public school program applications in Korea. In it, applicants are prompted to write about themselves and their philosophy on teaching. [...]
Passport Photos | Korvia Guide
Passport Photos are photos taken that match the standard passport size of 3.5 x 4.5cm in size. There is no official passport photo “certification”, however, the term is widely used to refer to a [...]
Passport Info Page | Korvia Guide
The Passport Info Page or Passport Info Pages are the first two pages of your passport. The first page contains your signature and the second page contains all of your personal identification information. [...]
Notarization | Korvia Guide
Notarization is the process of proving a document or a copy of the document is authentic and real for use inside the country that you reside in. Notarized documents are often required to later obtain [...]
Self-Introduction Video | Korvia Guide
A Self-Introduction Video is a short video that a candidate creates to demonstrate their personality, skills, and/or teaching style. The video is used to help market the candidate to schools. Self-introduction Videos are primarily used [...]
E2 Visa | Korvia Guide
The E2 visa is the specific visa for individuals coming to Korea as an English Teacher. The E2 visa is sponsored by educational institutions such as public schools, private academies (hagwons), and at universities. The [...]
Criminal Background Check | Korvia Guide
A Criminal Background Check also referred to as a Criminal Record Check, is a document used to prove that you have not been convicted of a crime in the past. Korean Immigration requires that expatriates coming to [...]
CELTA Certificate | Korvia Guide
CELTA stands for Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults and is a credential issued by various institutes that are accredited by the University of Cambridge to teach English in foreign countries. The credential is [...]
Bachelor’s Degree | Korvia Guide
A Bachelor's Degree (Bachelors Degree) or BA or BS is an academic degree earned for completing an undergraduate course of study. What Kind of BA is Required to Teach English in Korea? [...]
Letters of Recommendation | Korvia Guide
Letters of Recommendation (sometimes referred to as LORs) are letters written by an employer, supervisor, or past teacher to comment about your working ability. Who Should I Request a LOR From? To [...]