What is a CAS Letter? UK Student Visa Guide for Japan Students

UK Study Guide for Japan Students — 2026

This guide provides essential information for Japanese students planning to study in the United Kingdom in 2026. The UK remains one of the world's most popular destinations for international students with over 600,000 international students enrolled annually.

Why Japan Students Choose the UK

World-ranked universities with globally recognised degrees
2-year Graduate Route visa allowing unrestricted work after graduation
Shorter courses — 1-year Master's, 3-year Bachelor's
50,000+ Japanese residents in the UK already living and working in the UK
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Your Qualifications

GPA 3.0+/4.0 or Yūshū (優秀) from MEXT-recognised Japanese institution.

English Language Requirements

IELTS 6.5–7.0 required. Japan has IELTS centres in Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, and other major cities. Japanese students typically invest heavily in English preparation.

Visa Information

Japan is a visa national. UK Student Visa requires CAS, IELTS, financial proof. Processing: 3–5 weeks.

Popular Courses for Japan Students

MBA
MSc Finance
LLM
Design & Architecture
Computer Science
MSc International Business

Key Facts

10,000+ Japanese students in UK annually
Monbukagakusho (MEXT) government scholarships available
Strong cultural ties — Japan House London is a major hub
Japanese students highly regarded for discipline and academic quality

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