When parents consider sending their children to study in China, the first question is often not about tuition fees or majors, but a much more practical concern: “Will my child be safe living there?” This is entirely understandable, especially in a landscape of mixed information where it can be difficult to form a clear and reliable picture. However, based on real-life experiences shared by Vietnamese students in recent years—particularly since 2023, when international programmes fully resum...
This piece is not aimed at families who already feel confident about their child’s academic ability and the options ahead. It is for parents who are going through a more uncertain phase with their child—when results are still pending and the next step has not yet taken shape. As the 2026 high school graduation exam approaches, conversations everywhere revolve around university admissions, benchmark scores, subject combinations, academic records, and various assessment methods. There is no sho...
When considering studying abroad, parents are not only concerned about tuition fees but also about financial independence and career opportunities after graduation. For many families, Taiwan – particularly Taipei – is seen as a “well-balanced” option, offering reasonable costs while still ensuring quality education and job prospects. 1. Part-time work – Are there enough opportunities and what is the actual income? In Taiwan, international students are allowed to work part-time provided they...
When choosing to study in Japan, many international students and parents are not only interested in the school itself but also want to understand the living environment of the area. Among the prefectures in the Kanto region, Gunma Prefecture has become an increasingly popular destination for international students and technical trainees thanks to its reasonable cost of living, peaceful environment, and convenient transportation. Gunma is located in the northwestern part of the Kanto region, n...
What is a Residence Card in Japan? A Residence Card in Japan is an official document that proves the legal residency status of foreign nationals living in the country. It is a mandatory document for any foreigner who intends to stay in Japan for more than three months. Essentially, the residence card serves as legal proof of a foreign national’s residency status in Japan. The card is issued by the Immigration Services Agency of Japan and carries significant legal value in administrative proce...
According to reports published by major Japanese newspapers such as The Asahi Shimbun and The Japan Times, the Japanese government is considering a plan to increase visa processing fees for foreign nationals after nearly 50 years of maintaining relatively low charges. Under a budget proposal approved by the Cabinet of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, visa processing fees could be significantly adjusted. Specifically, the fee for a single-entry visa is expected to increase from around 3,000 yen ...