Passports, Visas and Quarantine

The participants of the AOTS training programs should obtain a passport and comply with the necessary immunization regulations for the journey to Japan. AOTS will not be responsible for any expense incurred in this procedure.

1. After obtaining a passport, the participant should apply for a "Training Visa" for the prescribed period at the Japanese Embassy or Consulate in his/her country by submitting the Guarantee Letter, Training Schedule and any other documents supplied by AOTS.
2. Visas for any countries other than Japan, if so needed for transit to and from Japan, should be obtained before departure for Japan, since no time can be spared for such a purpose during the intensive training program in Japan.
3. The participant should return to his/her country soon after completion of the training program in accordance with the AOTS Scholarship Rules and Regulations as the visa is only valid for participation in the specified program. AOTS will not be responsible for any expenses incurred, or any troubles caused, by obtaining the wrong kind of visa.
4. In the event that the participant has to withdraw from the training program before applying for a visa, the Letter of Invitation and Guarantee Letter should be returned to AOTS immediately.

Please seek advice from the Japanese Embassy in your country or the embassy of a third country if you must pass through it on the way to Japan.