{"id":1327,"date":"2024-09-17T19:26:54","date_gmt":"2024-09-17T10:26:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.takahashi-homu.jp\/?p=1327"},"modified":"2025-07-05T16:30:20","modified_gmt":"2025-07-05T07:30:20","slug":"clm-visa-student","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.takahashi-homu.jp\/en\/clm-visa-student\/","title":{"rendered":"I want to study in Japan! Basic Knowledge of College Student Visa"},"content":{"rendered":"
A college student visa is the first important step to clear when seeking to study in Japan. To obtain a visa, it is essential to obtain admission from a Japanese school and to prepare the necessary documents. The application process and conditions vary depending on nationality and length of stay, so it is important to have a correct and up-to-date understanding of the latest information. This article provides an overview of the Japanese college student visa, application procedures, and key points for obtaining a visa in an easy-to-understand manner to help you start your studies in Japan with peace of mind.<\/p>\n\n\n
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People who should read this article<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\u2003<\/span>\u3000People who are considering studying in Japan \u2003<\/span>\u3000Japanese who have friends who are international students \u2003<\/span>\u3000Managers who want to hire international students who are foreign nationals.<\/p>\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n
What is residence permit \"College Student\"?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
This is one of the \"status of residence\" that foreign nationals who stay in Japan to study at an educational institution obtain and is called a \"college student visa. This status of residence is required for foreigners staying in Japan for the purpose of enrolling in and studying at Japanese universities, vocational schools, Japanese language schools, and other educational institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Eligible Educational Institutions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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University (undergraduate and graduate)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
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Difference between a College Student visa and a Temporary Visitor visa<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
It is possible to study in Japan without officially \"studying abroad,\" for example, at a Japanese language school for less than three months or at a summer course for cultural experience at a university. For example, you may study in Japan for a short period of time as part of a program at an overseas university,Within 90 days<\/strong>A short-stay visa may be used if the stay is for Let's compare a college student visa and a temporary visitor visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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college student visa<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Objective:<\/strong><\/span>Long-term study in Japan<\/strong>The purpose of this visa is to This visa is for students to enroll in a university, vocational school, Japanese language school, etc., and formally pursue their studies.
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Length of Stay:<\/strong><\/span>6 months, 1 year, 1 year and 3 months, 2 years, 3 years<\/strong>Long-term stays are available for academic purposes, such as The period of stay can be extended if necessary.
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Restrictions on residency activities:<\/strong><\/span>The goal is to focus on academics, though,Permission to Engage in Activity other than that Permitted under the Status of Residence<\/strong>to work part-time up to 28 hours per week (up to 40 hours per week may be allowed during long vacations).
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Application Process:<\/strong><\/span>The educational institution that has granted admission to the school is required by the Immigration and Naturalization Service to \"submit aCertificate of Eligibility (COE)<\/strong>The applicant will obtain a \"COE\". With this COE, the applicant applies for a visa at the Japanese embassy or consulate.
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Primary use:<\/strong><\/span>at universities, vocational schools, Japanese language schools, etc.long-term learning<\/strong>Students who intend to
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Temporary Visa<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Objective:<\/strong><\/span>To JapanThe purpose of the visit is for a short period of time,<\/strong>Usually issued for tourism, business, visiting relatives, or to participate in short-term training or workshops. 3 months or less is the basic length of stay.
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Length of Stay:<\/strong><\/span>Within 15, 30, and 90 days<\/strong>A short stay of up to 3 months is permitted, and as a general rule, no extensions are allowed.
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Restrictions on residency activities:<\/strong><\/span>No work of any kind is permitted. Activities that involve remuneration cannot be performed, as they are intended for sightseeing or short visits. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
Application Process:<\/strong><\/span>A \"Certificate of Eligibility (COE)\" is not required, and the applicant applies for a visa directly at the Japanese embassy or consulate. Many countries allow visa-free entry for short-term stays of 90 days or less, but certain nationalities require visa applications.
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Primary use:<\/strong><\/span>Sightseeing, business meetings, visiting relatives, participating in short-term trainings and workshops, etc,Short-term non-work activities<\/strong>Visitors who intend to <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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