• As soon as we receive the COE from the immigration bureau, the scanned copy of the document (in PDF) will be uploaded to the online application system.  Once we upload the document, we will send an email notification to your registered email address.

• The issuance schedule depends on the Immigration Bureau. Therefore, we cannot provide the exact issuance schedule or hasten the process under ANY circumstances.

• For the estimated delivery schedule, please click here.

• The Japanese embassy/consulate now does not need the original COE for the student's Visa application.  Therefore, we no longer provide the original COE.

• COE is NOT a visa and it does not guarantee the issuance of the "College Student visa" 

• You are required to show your COE to an immigration officer at the airport upon entering Japan.

• When you arrive at the airport in Japan, you may be asked to return the original copy of your COE to the immigration bureau. However, we will send back the original copies of your COE to the immigration bureau on your behalf.

You can apply for your Student Visa by submitting your COE along with your valid passport at the Japanese embassy or consulate.
There may be other documents required to apply for your student visa.
Therefore, contact the embassy/consulate (Websites of Japanese Embassies/Consulates) and confirm what documents are necessary before you submit your application.

For visa processing time, please refer to the MOFA site for general information and also contact the embassy/consulate for local information.