Foreign students intending to pursue studies in Japan must be in
possession of a valid passport issued by their country of citizenship.
Prior to embarking for Japan, they are also required to apply to the
nearest Japanese diplomatic mission (embassy or consulate) for a
“college student visa”. In the case of NUPACE students, a “college
student visa” is usually issued after the embassy/consulate obtains the
applicant’s “Certificate of Eligibility for Status and Residence”.
Nagoya University applies for these “Certificates of Eligibility” on
behalf of prospective NUPACE students. And then, once applications have
been processed, sends the “Certificates” directly to the students or
their home institutions. It is imperative that when applying for a
“college student visa”, students take their “Certificate of
Eligibility”, passport, and letter of admission to Nagoya University to
the Japanese Embassy or Consulate. Students are also required to bring
the “Certificate” with them when they enter Japan to submit to the
airport authorities.
NB. Each country has
different stipulations and procedures for the purpose of issuing
passports and visas. It is the responsibility of the student to enquire
at his or her local Japanese diplomatic mission which documents are
required, and if necessary, to request them from Nagoya University.
