How to Apply for a Student Visa to Study in Japan
                     How to Apply for a Student 
Visa  to Study in Japan
Planning to study in Japan and your duration exceeds 3 months? You will need a student 
visa  for it. Well, the word student visa may seem intimidating but here in this blog, we 
have  provided a detailed guide about the student visa for Japan.
To begin with, you can take a sigh of relief as a Japanese student visa is one of the 
easiest  visas to get. If you need to consult an expert you can directly call eVisaNation.
If you are someone who already has a permit to live in Japan, then you can simply modify it 
to  apply for a student visa. However, if you are applying from abroad then the detailed 
guide is  given below.
Step 1: Select a 
School
Every school and program are unique and the first step is choosing a school and  
program that matches your requirements. Some things you can consider are what 
is  the prerequisite, cost, city of the school, etc.
Step 2: Get Acquainted With The tion Process
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Now, wait for 3-7 days to get y ur
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Step 3: Document Preparation
Now for your COE submission to the embassy, you need the following documents:
Visa application (filled in the first 2 steps)
Eight identical Photos of dimensions 4cm high × 3cm wide
1. The pic must be clear and in color showcasing the student's face. Ensure the 
photo is  no older than 3 months
Photocopy of passport: You should have a copy of the Photo/ID and Signature page 
 of the passport. If you had visited Japan in the past, then the page containing the  
stamps should also be submitted
Official transcript: Your academic transcripts like mark sheets and certificates
Proof of finance: To get a student visa for Japan you should be able to prove that you have 
 sufficient funds to support yourself during the stay. The exact cost may vary and depends 
on  several factors. But the approximate amount is around ¥2,000,000 or more for the first 
few  months. You should also be able to prove where that amount is coming from. Note 
the  following documents in English or Japanese can be used for the same:
1.Bank statements
2.Income statements
3.The Financial Aid award letter
4.Scholarship award letters
5.Letter of sponsorship
Note: If you are self-sponsoring then you need to show around ¥3,000,000 in your account.
Step 4: After You Get Your 
COE
Once you get your COE, immediately apply for an actual student visa at the nearest Japanese embassy. 
For  getting the visa you need the following documents:
Valid Passport
Visa application 
form  One 
photograph
Certificate of Eligibility original plus a copy  
Certificate of Admission issued by the 
school
Other additional documents as required, 
depending on your country of birth
Note: Ensure you get back the original COE and keep it safe as you would be required to present it during 
your  arrival. So here is a detailed guide about studying in Japan. If you need any further assistance, reach 
out to our  expert at eVisaNation.