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Training/Internship Visa

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At a Glance

Processing Time

Varies

Estimated Cost

JPY ¥3,000

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

1 year

Not renewable

Renewal

Not renewable

Family

No dependents

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

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Living in Japan

Cost of Living

32% cheaper than United States

Avg Salary¥3,240,000

Quality of Life

181/200

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Overview

Visa for international interns and trainees. For university students completing internships and technical training programs. Requires agreement between host company and sending university.

Japan's Training visa lets foreign nationals gain practical skills within a Japanese organization through a structured internship or technical training program. It targets university students and trainees in fields unavailable at home, and requires a formal agreement between the host company and sending institution.

Stay is typically several months to one year; technical intern trainees may extend to three years. Applicants need a Certificate of qualification from Japan's Immigration Services Agency and must plan to return home afterward. The application fee is JPY 3,000. No work authorization or PR pathway is provided.

This visa is ideal for university students and trainees completing a structured, non-paid training program in Japan who intend to return home to apply the skills gained.

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Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Must be at least 18 years old.

Must have a formal training or internship agreement with a host organization in Japan.

For university-based internships: Must be currently enrolled in a university outside Japan and the internship must be a requirement for graduation or academic credit.

For technical interns: Must be part of an approved technical intern training program aimed at acquiring skills that are difficult to obtain in the applicant's home country.

Must possess a valid Certificate of qualification (COE) issued by the Immigration Services Agency of Japan.

Must intend to return to their home country to utilize the skills acquired in Japan.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Passport photos

Certificate of qualification

Internship letter

University confirmation

Educational documents

Company registration (sponsor)

Internship program description (sponsor)

Trainer credentials (sponsor)

Training plan (sponsor)

University agreement (sponsor)

Application Process

Secure internship placement: Arrange internship with Japanese company and securing university agreement

Employer applies for COE: Host company submits Certificate of qualification 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

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Application for Certificate of Eligibility - Training

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Application Steps

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Fee Breakdown

Application fee: 3000 JPY

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Fees

JPY 3000

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Forms

Application for Certificate of Eligibility - Training

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Included Nationalities

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Job Offer Required

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Application Portal

https://www.moj.go.jp/isa/applications/procedures/16-1.html

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Official Info

https://www.mofa.go.jp/j_info/visit/visa/long/visa8.html

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Living in Japan

Cost of Living

32% cheaper than United States

Avg Salary¥3,240,000

Quality of Life

181/200

Full Country Guide

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Overview

Visa for international interns and trainees. For university students completing internships and technical training programs. Requires agreement between host company and sending university.

This visa is ideal for university students and trainees completing a structured, non-paid training program in Japan who intend to return home to apply the skills gained.

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Must be at least 18 years old.

Must have a formal training or internship agreement with a host organization in Japan.

For university-based internships: Must be currently enrolled in a university outside Japan and the internship must be a requirement for graduation or academic credit.

For technical interns: Must be part of an approved technical intern training program aimed at acquiring skills that are difficult to obtain in the applicant's home country.

Must possess a valid Certificate of qualification (COE) issued by the Immigration Services Agency of Japan.

Must intend to return to their home country to utilize the skills acquired in Japan.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Passport photos

Certificate of qualification

Internship letter

University confirmation

Educational documents

Company registration (sponsor)

Internship program description (sponsor)

Trainer credentials (sponsor)

Training plan (sponsor)

University agreement (sponsor)

Application Process