🇧🇩 Bangladesh → 🇯🇵 Japan

Study in Japan from Bangladesh

Studying in Japan from Bangladesh can be fully funded through the MEXT scholarship, with expanding English-taught programmes and a path into the technology sector.

Tuition ¥500,000–¥1,500,000/year Visa 4–8 wks Free for students

🇧🇩 Bangladesh

From

🇯🇵 Japan

4–8 wks

Visa

Designated Activities visa for job search

Post-study

Japan draws Bangladeshi students with the MEXT government scholarship, covering tuition and a living allowance, and with world-ranked universities in Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka. Robotics, engineering and materials science stand out.

Most undergraduate courses expect JLPT N2 Japanese, though English-taught master's options are growing. The College Student visa follows a Certificate of Eligibility issued in Japan.

Document steps and the MEXT route from Bangladesh

For MEXT, apply through the Japanese Embassy in Dhaka, which administers the scholarship for Bangladeshi nationals; private applications go directly to institutions. Prepare your board and university documents attested through the relevant education board and the Ministry of Education. Once your institution secures a Certificate of Eligibility, the College Student visa is issued by the embassy in Dhaka.

Costs, scholarships, visa timeline and post-study work

Self-funded tuition runs ¥500,000–¥1,500,000 a year with living costs of ¥80,000–¥140,000 a month, and you must show about ¥2,000,000 or a sponsor letter. The visa is generally issued within 4–8 weeks of the Certificate of Eligibility. MEXT and JASSO scholarships are the main funding routes, and graduates can use a Designated Activities visa for up to a year of job-searching.

Your path from Bangladesh to Japan

MEXT scholarship applications via Japanese Embassy in home country. Private institution applications directly or via education agents.

1
Register free & build your profile
Create a student account and tell us your grades, budget and goals. It takes five minutes and costs nothing.
2
Get matched to universities
Our advisors shortlist programmes that fit your profile and explain admission requirements and deadlines.
3
Prepare documents & apply
We help you assemble transcripts, language scores and financial proof, then submit strong applications.
4
Visa & departure support
Once admitted, we guide your student visa application and help you prepare for arrival.

Costs, visa & requirements

Tuition	¥500,000–¥1,500,000/year
Living costs	¥80,000–¥140,000/month
Visa type	College Student Visa (留学ビザ)
Financial proof	¥2,000,000 or sponsor letter
Processing time	4–8 weeks
Language	JLPT N2 (most courses); English-taught master’s available
Scholarships	MEXT (Ministry of Education), JASSO Scholarship, University-specific grants

In-person support in Dhaka

Our Bangladesh office helps Bangladesh students with National University documentation, bKash payment integration, Embassy liaison and more — free of charge.

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Frequently asked questions

How do Bangladeshi students apply for the MEXT scholarship?

MEXT applications are made through the Japanese Embassy in Dhaka, which administers the scholarship for Bangladeshi nationals and covers tuition plus a monthly living allowance.

Do Bangladeshi students need Japanese language skills?

Most undergraduate courses require around JLPT N2, but a growing number of English-taught master's programmes exist, so the requirement depends on your chosen course.

Can Bangladeshi graduates work in Japan?

Yes. Graduates can apply for a Designated Activities visa to search for work for up to one year, which can convert into a work visa once you secure a relevant job.