Procedures and review periods vary depending on the course.
Long-term courses take approximately 6 months.
If applying for a long-term course, it is necessary to obtain a student visa.
In accordance with the guidelines set by the Immigration Bureau of Japan, SAMU Language School requests the preparation of various application documents in order to apply for the proper certification and status of residence in Japan.
The documents required for application vary depending on the country, region, and applicant's individual circumstances.
Please contact our office for details.
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- Long-term courses
- Those needing to apply for a student visa
- Inquiries
(as needed) 
- Applications
(as needed) - Document submission
- *See below
- Payment of application fee
- Apply to Tokyo Immigration Bureau
- *See below
- Document review
- Statement on results of review
- *See below
- Payment of tuition fees
- Admission letter issued
- Apply for and acquire a student visa from the Japanese consulate in your home country
- Student visa issued
- Arrive in Japan
(before the start of classes) - Enrollment
- *Those who have completed, or are expected to complete, 12 years or more of formal education in foreign countries
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- Short-term courses
- Those coming to Japan on a short-term visa
- Inquiries
(as needed) - Applications
(as needed) - Document submission
(three months before course begins until reception) - Payment of tuition fees
- Admission letter issued
- Apply for and acquire short-term visa from the Japanese consulate in your home country
- Arrive in Japan
(before the start of classes) - Enrollment
- *Must be able to obtain a short-term visa.
*Beginners cannot enroll after a semester has started.
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- Special courses
- Those who already have a visa and are living in Japan
- Inquiries
(as needed) - Applications
(as needed) - Payment of tuition fees
- Begin taking classes(as desired)
- *Beginners cannot enroll after a semester has started.
*Classes can only be taken if there are open spots in classes matching your level.
*Priority is given to people with a student visa.
Application and notification periods based on term
| Long-term Courses | Document submission period | Application date | Notification on results of review |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-year course | Aug. to Oct. | End of Nov. | End of Feb. |
| 21-month course | Dec. to Feb. | Middle of Mar. | End of May |
| 18-month course | Feb. to Apr. | Early Jun. | End of Aug. |
| 15-month course | Jun. to Aug. | Middle of Sept. | End of Nov. |
*Dates may vary slightly depending on year.
