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Freshnessben · Joined: 05 Sep 2005 Posts: 12

Hi,

Can anyone tell me whether my Transcripts for my degree alone are enough to meet the degree criteria on the CofEligibility? Or do I need the original degree certificate? Thanks.

callmesim · Joined: 27 Oct 2005 Posts: 279 Location: London, UK

as far as I know you need your original degree or a copy which has been signed by a Notary Public. Not a JP but a Notary Public.

Jon Taylor · Joined: 09 Mar 2005 Posts: 238 Location: Tokyo

ACGalaga · Joined: 23 Jun 2007 Posts: 5 Location: New Jersey

I too am waiting for my Certificate of Ellegability and am chewing my fingernails from nervous anticipation.

My application was sent a month ago, along with copies of my BA and Teaching Certificate.

I'm I right to be nervous, or will everything be ok? I should be leaving for Japan on AUG 16th.

Glenski · Joined: 15 Jan 2003 Posts: 12844 Location: Hokkaido, JAPAN

If you don't have an original degree to accompany your COE application, immigration has been known to accept transcripts plus a letter from your university that certifies you were about to graduate.

COE processing on average takes 4-8 weeks.

Inflames · Joined: 02 Apr 2006 Posts: 486

I got my CoE with transcripts showing I had graduated.

Freshnessben · Joined: 05 Sep 2005 Posts: 12

Thanks everyone! I think I should be fine. Much appreciated.