A specific guide for students from Morocco, Algeria, and Tunisia. Visa requirements, scholarships, and community tips.

Japan is becoming a popular destination for North African students.

Scholarships

• MEXT: The Japanese Embassies in Rabat, Algiers, and Tunis offer the MEXT scholarship. It is competitive but very prestigious.
• JICA: Look for JICA "ABE Initiative" scholarships for Master's degrees.

Language

• English vs. French: Japanese universities teach in Japanese or English. French is not used. You must prove English proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS) for English programs.

Visa Proof

• Bank Statement: This is strict. You need to show approx. 130,000 - 150,000 MAD (approx. 2 million JPY) in a bank account.
• Guide: Student Visa Financial Proof: Bank Statement Guide

Community

• There is a growing community of Moroccan and Tunisian students in Tokyo and Osaka. Facebook groups are a great resource for finding halal food and advice.

👉 General Guide: How to Study in Japan: A Step-by-Step Guide