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Researcher

研究

For research conducted under a contract with a public body or private institution, outside a university teaching post.

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The documents

8 for everyone. Some nationalities are asked for more.

1
Application Form申請書
2
Passport (Current)
3
Residence Card — only required if already living in Japan在留カード
4
Photo (4cm × 3cm, white background)
5
Employment or Research Contract
6
Degree Certificate
7
Research Plan研究計画書
8
Tax Withholding Slip源泉徴収票

Your nationality

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Where you apply

From abroad

A Certificate of Eligibility is applied for in Japan, by someone acting for you — often your firm. With it, you get the visa at a Japanese embassy or consulate.

Already in Japan

If you hold another status, you apply to change it at your regional immigration bureau.

Where it leads

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