Japan•AsiaTraining/Internship Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
30-90 days
Application Fee
3,000 JPY
Stay Duration
6 months
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Visa for international interns and trainees. For university students completing internships and technical training programs. Requires agreement between host company and sending university.
The Training/Internship Visa is for university students completing internships or trainees participating in technical training programs in Japan. Unlike technical intern training programs (which require sponsoring organizations), this visa allows direct internship placements with formal university agreements.
Applicants must be enrolled in degree programs and internships must align with their field of study.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Savings
1,600,000 EUR
Personal
Education
High School or higher
Language
Japanese
Basic
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
With at least 6 months validity
Passport photos
Recent photos
Certificate of Eligibility
Issued by Immigration Services Agency
Internship letter
From host company detailing internship terms
University confirmation
Letter confirming student status and internship approval
Educational documents
Transcripts, enrollment confirmation
Sponsor Documents
Company registration
Business registration of host company
Internship program description
Details of training content and objectives
Trainer credentials
Proof of qualified trainer (5+ years experience in field)
Training plan
Detailed curriculum and schedule
University agreement
Formal agreement between company and university
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Advantages
- Allows practical work experience in Japan
- Direct placement possible with host company
- Requires university agreement for legitimacy
- Can transition to other work visas after graduation
- Relatively straightforward process
Considerations
- Must be university student
- Limited duration
- No path to permanent residency
- Requires university cooperation
- Cannot change internship mid-program
Application Process
Secure internship placement
Arrange internship with Japanese company and securing university agreement
Employer applies for COE
Host company submits Certificate of Eligibility application
Receive COE
Immigration Services Agency approves COE
Apply for visa
Submit visa application at embassy with COE
Pay visa fee
Pay 3,000 JPY
Receive visa
Visa stamped in passport
Application Forms
Application for Certificate of Eligibility - Training
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