You need to apply for a Certified Criminal Background Report (including Vulnerable Sector Search) from your local police or RCMP.

The following are the procedures for obtaining the required criminal background check needed for applying for an E2 visa in Korea. Please read the instructions carefully and thoroughly. In any case, we recommend calling your local Korean Embassy or consulate to double check on the current procedure for this. This requirement is new and is subject to change without notice so if you happen to find new information on the subject, we would appreciate it if you'd let us know so we can confirm the information and update our files. To notify us of any changes, send an email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Criminal background checks can be done by your local police or the RCMP.

* NOTE - We have been told that it is currently taking longer than expected to process a criminal background check. We highly recommend that even if you are still job searching, you should get started on this right away. Korean Immigration accepts the CBC for up to 6 months from the date of issue so having it and your other documents ready is a definite advantage to you. The entire process for obtaining an E2 visa takes about a month to complete and any delays could result in lost job opportunities and extra expenses for both you and your potential employer. 

If you are APPLYING FROM CANADA

Local Police: You must request that they include a "Vulnerable Sector Search" in the verification process. 

1. Bring 2 pieces if ID, social insurance number, and processing fee to a local police department. We recommend that you call them first to be sure they offer the services.
2. The cost is $25 (plus applicable fingerprinting) and the process can take anywhere from 15 minutes to several days.
3. Once you have received your police certificate, it must be notarised first, then brought/sent to your nearest Korean Embassy or Consulate to be verified.

RCMP:  You must request that they include a "Vulnerable Sector Search" in the verification process.

Complete information for RCMP checks can be found here 

http://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/crimrec/finger2_e.htm#Obtain 

If you are APPLYING FROM KOREA

You need to contact the Canadian Embassy in Seoul directly to have them guide you through the process.

Canadian Embassy - Seoul
Tel: 822-3783-6000 http://www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca/world/embassies/korea/menu-en.asp

Korean Immigration - Seoul http://www.mofat.go.kr/english/main/index.jsp?lang=eng