Before Arrival

Phase 1 of 2

Before Arrival

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~10 weeks

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Research, apply, and enroll in a Japanese school.

Choose Your Study ProgramRecommended

Check Academic And Financial RequirementsRecommended

Show You Can Cover Study And Living CostsMandatory

Estimate all expenses: tuition, visa fees, airfare, housing, and initial living costs

Secure savings for around 1-2 million JPY

Prepare proof of funds for school screening and Certificate of Eligibility (CoE)

Apply to Your Chosen Schools And Pay TuitionMandatory

Submit the application and transfer your tuition

Apply for scholarship (usually only universities offer scholarships)

10~12 weeks

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Obtain your Certificate of Eligibility and student visa.

Wait For Your School To Submit CoE ApplicationMandatory

Prepare Visa Documents After Receiving CoEMandatory

Original or printed CoE

Passport (valid for at least 6 months)

Visa application form + ID photos

Financial documents showing funds (bank statement, income proof)

Academic certificates and school acceptance letter

Submit Visa Application At Japanese EmbassyMandatory

Attend interview if requested

Wait for 5-10 business days for approval

Prepare the visa fee (approx. 3,000-6,000 JPY in local currency)

Pick up your passport with the Japanese Visa

1~2 weeks

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Finalize accommodation, finances, and travel logistics.

Know Your Accommodation And School DetailsMandatory

Prepare Your Money (150,000 JPY in cash)Recommended

1~3 days

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Last-minute preparations before departure.

Buy a Prepaid Data Only SIM before coming to JapanRecommended

After Arrival