Japan Extends Validity for Existing COE

The Japanese government updated and extended the validity of existing Certificates of Eligibility (COE).

BEFORE AFTER
  • COE issued between January  1, 2020 — January 30, 2021
    • Valid until July 31, 2021
  • COE issued after January 30, 2021
    • Valid for 6 months

 

  • COE issued between January 1, 2020 – July 31, 2021
    • Valid until January 31, 2022
  • COE issued between August 1, 2021 – January 31, 2022
    • Valid for 6 months

There are no actions required with regard to the above extension.

 

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