Japanese Student Visa

Japan’s student visa (留学ビザ, ryūgaku biza) is the gateway for thousands of foreigners who study Japanese, attend university, or complete vocational training in Japan. Whether you’re enrolled in a language school for six months or a full four-year university degree, you’ll need this visa — and the rules around working, extending, and switching status matter more than most students realize. This guide covers everything: how to apply, how much it costs, your part-time work rights, what happens if you miss too many classes, and how to transition to a work visa after graduation. ...