We strongly recommend JETs bring (or have access to) at least $2,500-$3,000 with them for start-up costs, including set up of their apartment, utilities, and services like cell phones, internet, etc. JETs typically will not receive their first paychecks until the end of the first month, so they should plan to have enough money for
No. JET participants are only allowed to work for their contracting organizations. Violation of this policy could result in termination of the JET’s contract and deportation.
Legal spouses as recognized by Japan and children under the age of 18 may accompany JETs on a general dependent visa, which is valid for 3 years (it may be renewed if the JET re-contracts beyond a third year). Spouses and children must travel to Japan within 3 months of the dependent visa’s issuance. Please
Because Japan has very strict quarantine laws, we strongly discourage bringing pets. The initial on-boarding process is over-scheduled and does not provide JETs with the time necessary to take care of legal issues involved with importing an animal into Japan.
Contracting organizations generally assist with housing for JETs, but the quality and cost can vary significantly depending on the location. Many new JETs “inherit housing” and sometimes are given or sold furniture from their predecessors. Once placement decisions have been made, current JETs and/or contracting organizations will usually contact new JETs and can provide more