Residence Status After Graduation
Student visas after graduation or withdrawal
| Situation | Visa Activities | "Student" Visa Status | Permission to Engage in Other Activities |
| Graduation, Completion, or Withdrawal | Visa activities end. | Visa terminated regardless of the expiration date | Expires upon termination of student status |
|
Enrollment in Another University |
Visa activities continue. | Need to submit the "Notification of the Accepting Organization" (transfer) | Valid until visa expires |
| Leave of Absence | Visa activities suspended | Invalid during leave of absence Must return home. |
Invalid during leave of absence |
- The university reports your graduation, completion, or withdrawal to the Immigration Services Agency.
- If staying in Japan for employment or job hunting, you must change your status of residence.
[Important] Staying or working on a student visa is not allowed even if it is not expired.

