Quick answer
The Technical Intern Training visa allows foreign nationals to engage in technical training in Japan. The period of stay is designated by the Minister of Justice, up to 1 year or 2 years depending on the category [1]. A Certificate of Eligibility (COE) is required and can be applied by a proxy in Japan [4][6][8]. However, a COE does not guarantee visa issuance [7]. Required documents include passport, visa application form, photograph, and COE [1]. Chinese nationals must also submit family register and temporary residence permit [1]. For refugee recognition applicants, if you have absconded or completed training, you may not be permitted to work even after six months . Work is only permitted if there is a high likelihood of refugee status or humanitarian consideration . For concerns about training conditions, consult the Organization for Technical Intern Training .
Key facts
Requirements
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Requirements in detail
You must be a foreign national residing legitimately in Japan under the technical intern training status.
If you applied for refugee recognition after absconding from your training site or after completing the training, you will generally not be permitted to work even after six months.
Work permission after six months is only granted if there is a high likelihood that you are a refugee under the 1951 Convention or that humanitarian consideration is required due to your home country situation.
Documents you'll need
General
- Passport [1]
- Visa application form (one form; two forms required for nationals of Russia, CIS countries, or Georgia) [1]
- Photograph (one; two required for nationals of Russia, CIS countries, or Georgia) [1]
- Certificate of Eligibility (original or copy; printed electronic COE accepted) [1][8]
- Other documents may be required depending on nationality – check embassy website [1][2]
This list adjusts automatically based on your nationality and category.
How to apply
- 1
Obtain a Certificate of Eligibility from a regional immigration authority in Japan (a proxy can apply) [4][6]
- 2
Prepare required documents: passport, visa application form, photograph, COE, and any additional documents based on nationality [1]
- 3
Submit visa application at the Japanese embassy or consulate with jurisdiction over your area [2]
- 4
Present COE at landing examination upon arrival in Japan [6]
- 5
If you are a technical intern trainee and considering refugee recognition, consult the Organization for Technical Intern Training before applying
Related visas
Sources
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Period of stay and required documents for Technical Intern Training visa
Primary source · Last verified: Jul 23, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [2]
Certificate of Eligibility (COE) definition, requirement, and proxy application
Primary source · Last verified: Jul 23, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [3]
COE does not guarantee visa issuance
Primary source · Last verified: Jul 23, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [4]
Refugee recognition applicants may not be allowed to work if absconded or completed training
If you are a technical intern trainee and ... · Last verified: Jul 23, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [5]
Work permitted only if high likelihood of refugee status or humanitarian consideration
If you are a technical intern trainee and ... · Last verified: Jul 23, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [6]
Consult Organization for Technical Intern Training for concerns
If you are a technical intern trainee and ... · Last verified: Jul 23, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [7]
Additional documents for Chinese nationals
Primary source · Last verified: Jul 23, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [8]
Refer to embassy website for nationality-specific requirements
Primary source · Last verified: Jul 23, 2026Verified — deep-linked
This page reflects Japan's officially published requirements as of the dates above. It is not legal advice, and final approval is solely at the discretion of Japan's immigration authorities. For a case-specific compliance check against your own documents, try VisaBook free.