Entrepreneurial activities after graduating from university

Specific Activity Visa "Entrepreneurial Activities after Graduation from University"

One of the types of visas that fall under the category of specific activities visas is:Entrepreneurial activities after graduating from universityThere is a thing called.
This is a status of residence that can be applied for by international students who have graduated from a Japanese university or other institution and wish to engage in "entrepreneurial activities" after graduation.
Since this is a special visa issued after graduation, there is no application for a Certificate of Eligibility or permission to extend period of stay.

*From November 2, separate measures will be available to those who graduate from universities and other institutions that are actively working to accept outstanding international students (selected or participating schools in the "International Student Employment Promotion Program" or selected schools in the "Top Global University Project") and who are engaged in entrepreneurial activities.
The detail is Measures for entrepreneurial activities by international students who have graduated from Japanese universities (Immigration Services Agency)Please refer to.

Requirements for obtaining specific activity visas

1. 1. You are a foreign student who has graduated (or completed) from an undergraduate or graduate program at a university (excluding junior colleges) under the School Education Act of Japan and is currently residing in Japan with a "Student" visa.
2. 2. The applicant must have no problems with academic performance or conduct while enrolled at the university, have started entrepreneurial activities while enrolled at the university, and be recommended by the university.
3. 3. A business plan has been prepared, and the business content to be started in Japan is clear based on the plan, the company or corporation's registration certificate, and other documents. The applicant will establish a corporation and start a business within six months of graduation, and apply for permission to change his/her status of residence to "Business Manager". The content of the application falls under the activities listed in the lower column of the "Investment/Business Management" section of Appendix 6-XNUMX of the Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act, and is expected to meet the standards set forth in the Ministerial Ordinance prescribing the standards of Article XNUMX, Paragraph XNUMX, Item XNUMX of the same Act.
4. 4. Have the ability to cover all expenses during the foreigner's stay (separate requirements will be set for the funds necessary for starting a business) (including cases where a person other than the foreigner is paying for the foreigner's expenses during the foreigner's stay)

Application flow

1. Prepare application documents and other necessary documents.

1. ① Application documents and attached documents
2. ② Picture (Vertical 4 cm × Width 3 cm) 1 Leaves
   　　※ Captured from the front within 3 months before application, sharp with no background.
   　　Please describe the name of the applicant on the back of the photo and paste it in the photo column of the application form.
3. ③ Other
   
   • · Present passport and residence card
   • · Postcard (write address and name)

2. Apply to the Immigration Bureau

Submit the above documents.

3. Notification of results

An envelope or postcard delivered to the Immigration Bureau at the time of application will receive notification of the result.

4. Procedures at the Immigration Bureau

Go to Immigration Bureau, purchase revenue stamps and sign a receipt.

Attachment documents necessary for application

【Application for permission to change status of residence】

1. 1. One copy of the graduation (completion) certificate or graduation (completion) certificate from the university you were previously enrolled in
2. 2. One letter of recommendation from the university you were most recently enrolled in
3. 3. Business plan: 1 copy
4. 4. Documents clarifying the business to be started in Japan (such as a company or corporation registration certificate)
5. 5. Documents certifying the applicant's ability to cover all expenses during his/her stay in Japan (as appropriate)
6. 6. Documents proving that the necessary funds for starting the business have been obtained, as appropriate
7. 7. Documents clarifying the outline of the business establishment or documents certifying that the said business establishment will be secured, as appropriate
8. 8. Materials clarifying the content of entrepreneurial support provided by the university (as appropriate)
9. 9. Documents proving that means of returning home have been secured (as appropriate)

Points to note when preparing application documents

1. 1. Please submit all certificates issued in Japan within the period of 3 months from issue date.
2. 2. If the documents to be submitted are in foreign languages, please attach a translation.