Departure to Arrival (School of Business Administration)
Three to Four Months Before Departure
- Passport
Make sure you have obtained a passport before the application period. If you already have one, check the expiration date.
- Visa Application
A law firm designated by Meiji University will submit the application of the “Certificate of Eligibility” on your behalf to Tokyo Regional Immigration Bureau. Upon receipt of the certificate, the law firm will forward it to you.
Applicants should then take the official Letter of Acceptance from Meiji University and the Certificate of Eligibility to their local Japanese embassy or consulate to apply for a student visa.
- Insurance
The following insurances are required for all exchange students during the exchange program:
①National Health Insurance
After arriving in Japan, you need to complete application for National Health Insurance at the time you register your living place at the ward office.
②Meiji University Student Health Insurance
When you receive medical treatment at a Meiji University-affiliated hospital, any costs not covered by National Health Insurance will be covered by Meiji University Student Health Insurance, so you will not need to pay out-of-pocket for covered treatments.
However, not all illnesses, injuries, or accidents are covered by either National Health Insurance or Meiji University Student Health Insurance. Therefore, exchange students are strongly recommended to purchase study abroad insurance or travel insurance in their home country that includes personal liability coverage.
- Air Travel Arrangements
Air travel arrangements are the responsibility of the students. International exchange students must leave Japan as soon as the exchange program ends, even if their student visa is still valid.
One to Two Months Before Departure
- Arrival Form
The International Student Office will send you a link to the “Arrival Form.” Please complete the form online by providing your arrival date, time, and flight number. Details on arrival procedures can be found in the information provided with the form.
- Preparation of Japanese Yen
Please prepare sufficient Japanese yen for your arrival. For an estimate of monthly living expenses, please refer to “Estimated Expenses during the Exchange Period” on the university website.
