FAQ: I want to stay in Japan longer than 90 days. What are my options?

I want to stay in Japan longer than 90 days. What are my options?

To stay in Japan beyond 90 days, consider options like a visa run, visa extension, or Working Holiday visa.

If you want to stay in Japan beyond the standard 90-day tourist visa, here are your main options:

Visa run: Leave and re-enter Japan to get a new 90-day stay. This is common and legal - but generally only works once.
Apply for a 90-day extension: Available to citizens of select countries, like the UK, Germany, and Mexico.
Working Holiday Visa: If you’re eligible by age and nationality, this visa allows you to stay in Japan for up to a year while working or studying.
Student Visa: Enroll in a long-term Japanese language school to obtain a visa that allows a longer stay.
Long Stay for Sightseeing and Recreation Visa: Requires proof of ¥30 million in personal assets. Not realistic for most students, but technically an option.

Japan typically allows up to 180 days total on tourist status per 12-month period.

Have questions? Contact us at admissions@codechrysalis.io - we’re happy to help.

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To stay in Japan beyond 90 days, consider options like a visa run, visa extension, or Working Holiday visa.

If you want to stay in Japan beyond the standard 90-day tourist visa, here are your main options:

Visa run: Leave and re-enter Japan to get a new 90-day stay. This is common and legal - but generally only works once.
Apply for a 90-day extension: Available to citizens of select countries, like the UK, Germany, and Mexico.
Working Holiday Visa: If you’re eligible by age and nationality, this visa allows you to stay in Japan for up to a year while working or studying.
Student Visa: Enroll in a long-term Japanese language school to obtain a visa that allows a longer stay.
Long Stay for Sightseeing and Recreation Visa: Requires proof of ¥30 million in personal assets. Not realistic for most students, but technically an option.

Japan typically allows up to 180 days total on tourist status per 12-month period.

Have questions? Contact us at admissions@codechrysalis.io - we’re happy to help.

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