Cutting it far to close for comfort

[unforth]

...so, continuing to investigate the Visa problem, I've stumbled upon what should have been obvious: if I take an intensive language class, I can get a student visa. Duh. So I've found a course I want, it's expensive but I think it's worth it....and I need to get the application in 4 months before the course start date or else they can't get a visa in time. The start date is October 1. The application is due June 1. My passport (necessary to apply!) is set to arrive within two weeks of when I sent my application in...which would have it arriving on May 31. OMG Cutting it too close for comfort (since May 31 here IS June 1 in Japan, I do believe). Still, I think it might be possible...unless my passport comes even a day late.

I knew that I didn't reapply for my passport months ago I'd end up regretting it. :(

Edit: I think my insticts are right when they say that this isn't worth spazzing about and I should look elsewhere. In a two minute conversation with my boss, I was pointed towards a resource which lists 30+ people doing conservation in Japan. I think that's where I should be looking. :)

Comments

[kniedzw.livejournal.com]

Ooof. Good luck. :-/

[unforth.livejournal.com]

Thanks. The more I think about it the more my instincts say this isn't the way to go. I think I'm managing to get myself so worked up about the problem of getting a visa that I'm jumping on this as a very viable option (which, granted, it is, though it has a few problems)...I don't know. I guess I've got a week to figure it out, though. ;)

[mistress-sin.livejournal.com]

i know a girl in my office was able to call about her passport and verify were it stood in the process. you may want to check on it just to make sure they are not backlogged. she was leaving for a cruise in two weeks and her passports weren't going to be delivered for another month and that was with enough time.

honestly not trying to freak you out more but just wanting to make sure that there are no snags in your plan.

and tom and i are going to gencon. not sure if we are flying out or driving out though. i'll keep you updated and yes, i am working on the muskeeter costumes. =)

[unforth.livejournal.com]

OMG I have to make the milady costume! It's a good thing you reminded me.

...and if you decide to fly, well, I have to be at the airport at Indy at 6 AM on Monday morning after the con, you could join me... ;)