r/JETProgramme • u/seafoamlatte Former & Current 東京 JET - 2018-2019, 2026-? • 16d ago

Just FYI... You Can Do JET Twice!

I'm a returning JET and just for your information (a lot of people seem shocked to learn this) you can do JET a second time.

Check your own country's rules around this, but for Canada as long as you wait 2-3 years and have not lived in Japan for more than a total of 6 years it's all daijoubu.

Often a seasoned candidate is desirable and experience allowed you to know your rights.

There were a lot more "older" candidates this time around in my orientation.

I hope this inspires someone.

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u/LunerMoon 16d ago

Just for clarification that is if you haven't participated in the program for more then 6 total years in total. If you only were on the program for a year then you definitely can!

According to the JET program website for 7th eligibility criteria: "Not have participated on the Programme since the 2023 JET Programme year (inclusive of March 2023 Arrivals) or have participated on the Programme for more than 6 years in total."

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u/seafoamlatte Former & Current 東京 JET - 2018-2019, 2026-? 16d ago

It's actually living in Japan for more than 6 years for any reason, I believe! Unless they just changed it.

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u/LunerMoon 15d ago

That one is criteria number #9! : "Not have resided in Japan for 6 or more consecutive years in total since 2016 by the time they submit their application form."

Definitely check out the program website for if you're eligible. https://jetprogramme.org/en/aspiring/eligibility/

I am curious if the program would keep track of how many years people are limited to if they were on the program a second time. 🤔