🇯🇵 Important Notice for Visa Applicants from Nepal

You cannot apply directly at the Japanese Embassy with a COE

📝 Background

In many countries, once a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) is issued in Japan, the applicant can directly apply for a visa at the Japanese embassy or consulate.
However, in Nepal, the process is different due to a bilateral Memorandum of Cooperation (MOC) between the governments of Japan and Nepal. This agreement aims to ensure transparency, prevent exploitation by unauthorized intermediaries, and facilitate proper labor migration.

📌 Visa Application Procedure in Nepal

Obtain the COE from Japan
Submit the COE and required documents to a government-designated Visa Processing Agency in Nepal
The agency checks and prepares your application
The agency submits the visa application to the Japanese Embassy on your behalf
Once approved, you receive your passport and visa and begin travel preparations

🔗 Official guidelines by the Embassy of Japan in Nepal

⚠️ Key Reminders

The Japanese Embassy in Nepal does NOT accept direct visa applications from individuals holding a COE.
The Visa Processing Agency is mandatory, and their requirements may vary.
Processing time can be lengthy—please plan ahead.

💼 Support from Tommy Legal Service

We provide full support for obtaining your Certificate of Eligibility (COE) in Japan and offer guidance on working with the authorized visa agency in Nepal. Whether you’re an applicant or a company seeking to invite someone from Nepal, we help ensure every step is correct and smooth.

📩 Contact us now for a consultation.