Student Visa

To apply for student visa in Japan, you need to complete following requirements.

Passport, One visa application form (nationals of Russia, CIS countries or Georgia need to submit two visa application forms), One photograph (nationals of Russia, CIS countries or Georgia need to submit two photographs) , Certificate of Eligibility (Note) - the original or one copy (If you have an electronic Certificate of Eligibility, please present it at the visa application counter or submit a printed copy).

Graduation certificate, The employment certificate of the financial supporter (Note) Depending on the nationality of the applicant, other documents may be necessary in addition to the above. For details please refer to the website of a Japanese embassy or consulate in your area.

What is a Certificate of Eligibility?

A Certificate of Eligibility, which is issued by a regional immigration authority under the jurisdiction of the Immigration Services Agency of Japan, certifies that the foreign national conforms to the conditions for landing in Japan (which means the activity stated in the application is not false and it is one of the activities (except Temporary Visitor) stipulated in the Immigration Control Act). For details, check the website of the Immigration Services Agency of JAPANOpen a New Window. (A proxy in Japan can make an application of COE)

By presenting COE, the visa application at the Embassy or Consulate-General and the landing examination at the passport control will be processed smoothly. However, please note that a COE does not guarantee the issuance of a visa.