I am in Korea, but I am not satisfied with my job. I would like to change to another job - however, I am concerned that the law does not allow for someone to change their job on the same visa.
Does anyone know what would happen if I just left my job and went freelance/ found another job - what would be the likely repercussions?
Would I have to leave the country?
Changing Jobs in Korea
Moderator: Josef Essberger
If you terminate employment, your E-2 visa, issued for work with one employer, is null and void. To work at another institution, you generally must get a Letter of Release from the current employer. Then, getting an E-2 for a new employer requires all new paperwork (signed contract, diploma, transcripts, photos, CV, etc.) and leaving the country to obtain the E-2 from an Korean embassy abroad.
you may not need to leave the country
If you are unhappy with your job, look for another job, explain why y ou are seeking new employment. It is my understanding that your new employer can ask your current employer to transfer the contract. If it is a private school, they might just do this for a fee.
Just ask the new potential employer. A potenital employer will most likely assume the cost of you transfering the contract visa or pay for most of your transportation costs if you do have to leave the country.
Just ask the new potential employer. A potenital employer will most likely assume the cost of you transfering the contract visa or pay for most of your transportation costs if you do have to leave the country.