Notes on a Leave of Absence or Withdrawal from the University

If you take a leave of absence

Based on the Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act, your status of residence may be revoked if you do not participate in activity as a student continually for over 3 months. （However, this does not apply in cases where you have a valid reason.） Taking a leave of absence falls within this category, so please consult with your academic adviser and academic staff in charge of international students before doing so. Furthermore, activities such as part time work will not be permitted during the leave of absence.

If you are graduating or withdrawing

If you graduate or withdraw from UTokyo, you will be required to leave the country even if your “Student” status of residence is still valid. If you intend to remain in Japan for purposes other than study, please change your status of residence to an appropriate category as soon as possible. You are not allowed to continue to stay in Japan with "Student" visa status.

cf.) Checklist of necessary procedures before leaving Japan

To Faculty/Staff Members at UTokyo

Please refer to the university portal pages below for information on student visas in relation to leave of absence and withdrawal.
*Login with your UTokyo Account is required.
■Immigration and Residence (in Japanese/partially in English)
https://univtokyo.sharepoint.com/sites/utokyoportal/wiki/d/Immigration_and_Residence.aspx
■Faculty Handbook＞"Guidance for Students Regarding Leave of Absence, Withdrawal, and Related Matters" (in Japanese)
https://univtokyo.sharepoint.com/sites/utokyoportal/wiki/d/Faculty_Handbook.aspx