Japan Study Visa

Japan Student Visa

The student visa in Japan is a long-term visa that facilitates international students' pursuit of education in the country. The visa is accepted by all higher educational institutions in Japan, including schools, universities, and vocational institutions.
Anyone who wants to study at an educational institution in Japan has to have a student visa.
The Japanese government offers a visa exemption policy for international students from multiple countries. However, the exemption is applicable for short-term purposes like visits, tourism, conducting business, or participating in a conference.
If the candidate is exempted from having a visa but wishes to enter Japan for more than 90 days, they must apply for the visa according to the travel intent.

Why apply for a Japan Student Visa?

Japan student visa issued for long-term international students. Aspirants seeking higher degree courses in Japan can obtain a student visa. Reserve admission to public and private universities in Japan and apply for a study visa. The Japanese government also offers a visa exemption policy for various countries. The exemption includes only short-term purposes like tourism, visits, conferences, etc. However, students seeking to pursue any graduate/postgraduate/master’s degree in Japan must hold a study visa.

• The Student Visa in Japan facilitates international students to study in the educational institutions in the country.

• The international candidates want to stay in Japan for more than 6 months.
• International students can work in Japan through a student visa.
• They can avail of the healthcare and financial services offered by Japan.
• International students can convert their study visa to a full-time work visa in Japan.

Japan Student Visa Eligibility

• Letter of acceptance/admission letter from the university

• Academic transcripts
• Proof of sufficient financial funds
• Letter of Guarantee and Letter of Invitation from educational organization
• A written statement by the student narrating the reason for studying in Japan

Benefits of Studying In Japan

• The country allows international students to work for a total duration of 28 hours a week on a student visa.

• International students enrolled in language schools are allowed to stay for 2 years.
• International students can stay 6 months or more post-study with a Japanese student visa.
• Students can stay in Japan for a long time based on approval to study from an educational institution.
• Students can even work a full day for 8 hours during the holidays.
• Japan allows international students to convert their study visa to work visa within 3 months.
• Students are allowed access to healthcare and financial services in Japan.

Japan Student Visa Fees

A single-entry Japan visa costs around 3,000 – 5,000 yen, a double-entry or multiple-entry visa costs around 6,000 yen, and a transit visa costs around 700 – 1,000 yen. Check for any visa charge changes before applying for a student visa to Japan.