Re-entry permit to Japan for CoE

Hi All,

I have got the CoE which is valid for one year. My visa reads it is a single entry visa. I need to temporarily travel back to my home country for 20 days. Is this possible with the same visa or Do I have to apply for re-entry ? Can someone guide on the procedures ?

thanks
Binita

Yes, if you are on status of residence other than visitor, you can leave and re-enter.
Procedures explained on Immigration website
http://www.immi-moj.go.jp/newimmiact_1/en/point_3-4.html

As you will be out of the country for less than 1 year, you do not need to apply in advance.

Hi binita!
May i ask how long did you wait for the release of your coe?
If you're going to visit this thread http://japan-guide.com/forum/quereadisplay.html?0+126152
We are a bunch of people waiting and worrying for our coe

fyi, your visa gets you single entry into the country. Then once you arrive at immigration they will assign you a status of residence, which is what allows you to stay for a year, with in/out privileges during that time.