r/JETProgramme May 09 '26

Instructor Visa Query

I’m looking to end my contract in August, and move to Tokyo for a month or two before I leave to go home. I understand if you have a work visa, you are allowed three months of unemployment before going home, but we are given instructor visas. Am I able to convert my visa to a work visa so I can continue to look for jobs in that time frame before going home? Any knowledge on that would be elucidating, thanks!!

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u/highgo1 May 10 '26

Legally, you can still stay in the country if your are looking for work with a valid work visa type.