Visas & status
Can I study full-time at a university on a Long-Term Resident status in Japan?
You may study while maintaining the principal activity for Long-Term Resident status, but if full-time university study replaces the authorized work as your main activity, a change to Student status can be necessary.
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What you need to know
Requirements & exceptions
- Actual duties and payment structure matter.
- Payer location does not by itself determine immigration legality.
Documents
- Passport
- Residence card
- Contract / activity description where relevant
Likely cost
Immigration fees apply only if separate permission, extension or a status change is required.
Where to act
Regional Immigration Services Bureau / Immigration Services Agency.