Certificate ofEligibility explained.
The COE is the first critical step to your Japan student visa. We handle the entire process for you.
What is a COE?
The Certificate of Eligibility (在留資格認定証明書) is issued by Japan Immigration. It proves you meet the requirements to enter Japan as a student. Without a COE, you cannot apply for a student visa.
Key Fact
Nihongozu processes your COE application directly with Japan Immigration. You don't need to visit any government office for this step.
How we process your COE
Submit Application to Nihongozu
Provide your documents including passport copy, photos, academic records, and financial proof. We review everything for accuracy.
Institute Prepares COE Application
Nihongozu prepares and submits the COE application to Japan Immigration on your behalf. We handle all paperwork.
Immigration Processing
Japan Immigration reviews your application. This typically takes 1-3 months. We monitor the status and keep you updated.
COE Issued
Once approved, the COE is sent to Nihongozu. We arrange express delivery to your address or you can collect it from us.
How long does it take?
Application Submission
Submit all required documents to Nihongozu
Document Review
Our team reviews and verifies all documents
COE Submission to Immigration
We submit the application to Japan Immigration
Processing Period
Immigration reviews the application
COE Issuance
COE is issued and sent to you
Avoid these mistakes.
Incomplete Documents
Double-check all required documents before submission. Our team reviews everything before sending to Immigration.
Financial Proof Issues
Ensure bank statements show sufficient funds (typically ¥2,000,000+). Sponsor letters must be properly formatted.
Name Mismatch
Your name on all documents must exactly match your passport. Even small differences cause delays.
Photo Requirements
Photos must be 4.5cm × 4.5cm, white background, taken within 6 months. No glasses, no hats.
Processing Delays
Peak periods (March-April, September-October) take longer. Apply early to avoid delays.
Let us handle your COE.
Our team has processed hundreds of COE applications. We ensure accuracy and speed.