But it's not an instant change for most students ... received a Certificate of Eligibility, or a "COE", a document people have to get before applying for a long-term visa in Japan.

For location-independent workers dreaming of Japanese food, culture and convenience — without quitting ... as full-time students. If you’re planning to live in Japan long-term or hope to find local ...

1. RIKEN will apply for the COE (Certificate of Eligibility) in lieu of you. The entire visa application process may take 3 months or more including mail delivery. Please keep the original COE and ...