Q: I am a Dutch citizen and will be starting my exchange semester at Keio University in Japan. I will travel to China and be in Shanghai before heading directly to Japan.

My Certificate of Eligibility (COE) is currently being processed. Because of my travel schedule, the COE will likely be issued while I am already in China. I would therefore like to submit my visa application in Shanghai.

Is it possible to apply for a student visa through your office, and what documents are required?

A: For student visa applications to Japan in Shanghai, please contact a designated visa application agency, such as the Shanghai Foreign Affairs Service Center, for further assistance:

- Shanghai Foreign Affairs Service Center (Jing'an Service Center): 021-6215 8298

- Shanghai Foreign Affairs Service Center (Hongqiao Service Branch): 021-6278 7790

Source: Foreign Affairs Office of Shanghai Municipal People's Government