{"id":5221,"date":"2021-08-05T09:49:17","date_gmt":"2021-08-05T13:49:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oxfordseminars.com\/blog\/?p=5221"},"modified":"2021-08-05T11:10:28","modified_gmt":"2021-08-05T15:10:28","slug":"covid-19-restrictions-top-10-teaching-markets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oxfordseminars.com\/blog\/covid-19-restrictions-top-10-teaching-markets\/","title":{"rendered":"COVID-19 Restrictions in Top 10 Teaching Markets"},"content":{"rendered":"

Many teachers considering taking up new work abroad in 2021 have a lot of very valid questions as to the process of relocating these days, especially as it pertains to COVID-19 restrictions. Are schools even hiring? Can they sponsor visas? Do I need a COVID-free test? And so on. We’ve compiled the answers to many of these questions for the\u00a0<\/span>Top 10 TEFL Marke<\/span>ts<\/span><\/span><\/a>, in terms of historical demand for English teachers globally. The following charts can be your guide as to where might be logical places to apply, as of\u00a0August\u00a02021.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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China<\/span><\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Schools Accepting Applications?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nYes<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Schools Able to Sponsor Visas?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nSome, though many are offering higher salaries to teachers already in China<\/a>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
COVID-free test required?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nYes: “All Chinese and foreign passengers bound for China will be required to take nucleic acid and IgM anti-body tests and apply for a green health code with the “HS” mark or a certified health declaration form before boarding the flight.” This test must be issued within 48 hours of boarding\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n
Application Timeline<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n4-6 months<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Quarantine <\/span><\/b>Required<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nYes: \u201cHealth regulations surrounding passengers arriving from overseas are continuously changing. You should contact the Chinese Embassy before you travel if you have any questions regarding these entry requirements, quarantine rules or the requirements for individual cities…Following health checks on arrival, you will then need to enter quarantine for at least 14 days. At some points of entry children 14 and over will be required to quarantine alone irrespective of whether they test positive or negative for COVID.\u201d<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n
In person\/Online classes<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nIn person and online classes, location depending.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Additional Requirements<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nOnly select schools and locations able to obtain work visas and related required government documents currently.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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South Korea<\/span><\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Schools Accepting Applications?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nYes<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Schools Able to Sponsor Visas?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nYes<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
COVID-free test required?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nYes: \u201cAll travelers coming to the Republic of Korea…are required to provide a negative PCR test result issued within 72 hours prior to the date of departure… Nucleic Acid Amplification Test (NAATs) such as PT-PCR, TMA, SDA, and NEAR are acceptable.\u201d<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n
Application Timeline<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n3-6\u00a0months<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Quarantine <\/span><\/b>Required?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nYes:\u00a0\u201cAsymptomatic Korean and foreign nationals from Europe and the U.S. on long-term visas are subject to self-quarantine (14 days, Self-Quarantine Safety Protection App to be installed) and tested at a public health center within three days of arrival. Asymptomatic Korean nationals and foreign nationals on long-term visas from countries other than the U.S. and European countries are subject to self-quarantine (14 days, Self-Quarantine Safety Protection App to be installed) and tested at a public health center within 14 days.\u201d<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n
In person\/Online classes<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nIn person and online classes, location depending (capacity limits for in-person classes).<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Additional Requirements<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nDue to reduced consular services, certain aspects of visa application procedures have been adjusted accordingly. Consular visits require an appointment.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Japan<\/span><\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Schools Accepting Applications?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nYes, but applicants are on a waiting list pending COVID-related visa\u00a0restrictions.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Schools Able to Sponsor Visas?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nYes, but government regulations have put a hold on visa issuance. This may be in place until 2022.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u201cForeign nationals arriving from the United States or other designated countries\/regions will be denied entry to Japan unless there are “Exceptional Circumstances.” The Embassy of Japan requests that all visa applicants please call the Consular Office (TEL: 202-238-6800) before visiting to apply for a visa.\u201d<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n
COVID-free test required?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nYes: \u201cFrom March 19, 2021, all travelers including Japanese nationals have to submit a certificate of negative test result conducted within 72 hours prior to departing from the country\/region where travelers stay when entering Japan. Those who do not submit a certificate of negative test result will be denied entry into Japan in accordance with the Quarantine Act. Airline companies will reject boarding those without one. Please consult with Embassies or Consulates or Consular Office of Japan in case it is truly difficult to obtain the certificate of negative test result.\u201d\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n
Application Timeline<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n6 months minimum<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Quarantine <\/span><\/b>Required?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nYes: \u201c… all cross-border travelers and returnees from countries\/regions judged as having the risk of inflow of the coronavirus are requested, for the time being, to stay 3 days at facilities designated by the Chief of the Quarantine Station (limited only to those facilities secured by the Quarantine Station) as \u201cdesignated countries\/regions in response to coronavirus infection other than coronavirus variants with special concern in terms of border measures\u201d according to the another designation based on this measure. In addition, those who obtain negative results of all COVID-19 tests conducted on the third day from the entry into Japan, may leave the facilities, but are still required to stay for the remaining period of 14 days after the entry into Japan at own residence etc.\u201d<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n
In person\/Online classes<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nIn person\u00a0and online\u00a0classes\u00a0(mostly in person)<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Additional Requirements<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nGovernmental visa restrictions currently in place, potentially until early 2022.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Colombia<\/span><\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Schools Accepting Applications?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nYes<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Schools Able to Sponsor Visas?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nYes, usually after arrival in country.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
COVID-free test required?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nNo: \u201cCOVID-19 negative test is no longer required to enter Colombia.\u201d Be sure to fill out the online form entitled by\u00a0Migraci\u00f3n\u00a0Colombia as Check-Mig\u00a0within 48 of your flight to facilitate your immigration control. This form is available at:<\/span> apps.migracioncolombia.gov.co\/pre-registro\/public\/preregistro.jsf<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n
Application Timeline<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n0-3 months<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Quarantine <\/span><\/b>Required?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nNo<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
In person\/Online classes<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nOnline classes<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Additional Requirements<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nEnsure all required visa documents are authenticated by relevant government bodies in country of issuance before departure.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Spain<\/span><\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Schools Accepting Applications?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nYes<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Schools Able to Sponsor Visas?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nEU passport strongly preferred; student visas may be an option for youth participating in work-study programs<\/span>.
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COVID-free test required?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nNo: \u201c…all passengers arriving to Spain from the US shall be granted entry provided they show the necessary QR code to the Spanish authorities, obtainable at: <\/span>spth.gob.es\/<\/span><\/span><\/a>.\u00a0 Therefore, vaccination cards, PCR tests or recovery certificates shall not be required any longer. This new regulation does not exempt passengers on a layover at an EU country, prior to their arrival to a Spanish airport, from complying with the entry requisites of the said country, which can be found in their respective websites.<\/span>“<\/span><\/p>\n
Application Timeline<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n1-6 months<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Quarantine <\/span><\/b>Required?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nNo<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
In person\/Online classes<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nIn person classes<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Additional Requirements<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nSchools in Spain strongly prefer to hire candidates who already have legal working rights in Spain, such as a passport from an EU member state,\u00a0student visa, or youth mobility visa (eligible to citizens of\u00a0Australia, Canada, Japan, South Korea and New Zealand aged 18-30 inclusive).<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n