Summary of E-7 Education Manager (1312) visa requirements

In international schools, foreign language education institutions, corporate training centers, and global edutech companies, etc.General education operationorEducation Strategy ManagerI received a job offer, but asked, “Is it possible to get an E-7 visa for this job?” There are many times when I worry.

In particular, if you are staying in D-10 (Job Seeking) or are planning to enter the country as E-7 (Professional) directly from overseas, it is important to accurately understand the scope of the job and screening criteria.

Training managers (1312) are not just instructors;A managerial position that designs educational organizations and oversees operational strategies.no see. Immigration screening is based on actual management authority and expertise.

We summarize the key points from the job seeker's perspective.

1. Scope of duties of training manager (1312)

• Overseeing the operation of educational institutions or educational organizations

• Educational curriculum planning and strategy establishment

• Instructor/teacher personnel and operation management

• Establishment of education quality management and performance evaluation system

• Budget and operational policy management

It is distinct from simple lecture activities (E-2, E-1, etc.).
Immigration will look at whether you are a “training operations manager” rather than a “training implementer”.

2. Applicable residence status

• E-7 (Special Activities, Professional)

• Existing D-10 (Job Seeking) → E-7 can be changed

• Top-tier review available for those with advanced experience

The job of an education manager is considered a professional job, but it is difficult to be recognized if you are at the level of a simple academy manager.

3. Key permit requirements

• Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in education, business administration, or related major

• Alternatively, significant experience may be substituted.

• Experience Requirements

• Experience in operating educational institutions or planning educational strategies

• Experience with managerial level responsibilities.

• Salary Requirements

• Usually above the domestic average income (GNI)

• Salary level appropriate for manager position

• Institutional Requirements

• Legally established and operated educational institution

• Employment insurance subscription workplace

• Proving the need to hire foreigners

The key is a rational explanation of “Why do we need foreign training managers?” For example, introducing a global curriculum and operating overseas networks are positive factors.

4. D-10 to E-7 change procedure

1. Conclusion of employment contract

2. Specification of Job Description

3. Confirmation of salary and position

4. Application for change of residence status

5. Submission of institutional operating performance and financial data

In particular, the job description must clearly state that it is “overall education strategy and operation.”

5. Frequently rejected cases

1. When actual work is focused on lectures

2. Designation of a formal administrator in a small academy

3. Salary is at the level of a regular office worker

4. Lack of explanation of necessity for foreigners

Immigration is not a titleSubstantive work detailswill be reviewed.

Approval is possible only after demonstrating the level of educational strategy.

Training Manager (1312) is an E-7 professional position, but the level of “operational strategy management” must be clear to increase the likelihood of approval.

Not just a simple academy operator,
You must persuade in writing that you are the manager who designs the education system and manages the organization.

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