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[Rob85]

Hi. I was just wondering if it is normal for a school to ask for a photocopy of your passport in a job application? I'm thinking of applying for a job out in Japan, and have seen an application where this is mentioned. If anyone could help, it would be much appreciated.

Thanks!

[elkarlo]

Yes it is normal. In fact get at least 4 copies of the photo you want to send. As you will be asked for 2 copies at least twice.

[Glenski]

elkarlo,
I think you are mistaking the copy of the passport I.D. page with the passport photo. Two different things.

Yes, employers often want you to send a passport-like or passport-sized photo of yourself.

It is somewhat common to ask for a copy of your passport I.D. page, but it seems a bit odd just for the application. If they want to send paperwork for a visa application, they'll need that. Perhaps if you tell us more about the stage of your application process, it'll help us to understand the situation.

[Apsara]

If you already have a visa, then the school will want to see a copy of the visa page, of course. If you don't have a visa yet, then I'm not sure- proof of age, nationality and place of birth?

[AgentMulderUK]

And proof your passport won't expire before your contract.

[Rob85]

Thanks for the help, that's great. I was looking at an advert for a language centre in Japan that stated that in your application, amongst a copy of your university certificate, a recent photo, etc, they wished to see a photocopy of the main pages of your passport. Thanks again for the help!