Work Visa
About
A work visa refers to the status of residence required to work in Japan. This visa is obtained by foreigners who have signed an employment contract in Japan to engage in a specific occupation. There are many types of work visas in Japan, and you need to get the right one for each occupation and industry.
Obtaining a work visa allows you to legally work in Japan and build a career in a company. Depending on the type of visa, you may also be able to apply for a family stay visa to bring your family to Japan. In addition, it is common for companies with employment contracts to support the acquisition of work visas.
The application for a work visa must be made by the employer and the applicant in cooperation, and the application and the documents to be submitted are rigorously reviewed. We can provide you with professional support in your work visa application and help you get your visa smoothly. Please contact us to start your career in Japan.
Types
Types
To work in Japan, you need to obtain an appropriate work visa according to the occupation or industry you will be engaged in. Japanese work visas are classified according to the job content, and there are the following main types.
This visa is for foreigners engaged in technical jobs, clerical jobs, translation/interpretation, and international business. A university degree or higher and equivalent work experience are often required, and it is necessary to engage in specialized work at a Japanese company.
This visa allows you to operate a business in Japan as a manager or corporate manager. It is for foreigners who are involved in the establishment of new businesses and corporate management, and requires proof of business plans and funds.
This visa was established to make up for labor shortages in specific industries. It is mainly for foreigners who have skills required in fields such as construction, agriculture, and nursing care. Japanese language proficiency and passing a certain skill test are required.
This visa is for foreigners with advanced specialized knowledge and skills, and is evaluated using a points system. If you have a high score, you will be given preferential treatment, such as being approved for a permanent residence visa earlier than usual. This applies to researchers, engineers, corporate executives, etc.
This is a visa for acquiring skills through actual work at a Japanese company for a certain period of time. The purpose is to learn specific professional skills while working in Japan as a technical intern and use them in your professional life after returning home.
Since the required conditions and documents differ depending on the type of work visa, it is important to choose the visa that is right for you. Our office will provide detailed support for the application process for each visa and help you obtain a visa smoothly.
Merit
Merit
Applying for a work visa requires specialized knowledge and experience. At our office, administrative scriveners with extensive experience in work visas will provide the best advice based on the applicant's job description and situation, and support you in obtaining a visa.
Applying for a work visa requires accurate preparation of documents and careful application procedures. Our office will carefully support you with everything from preparing the necessary documents to the submission procedures. We will ensure that your documents are submitted without any errors, and increase the success rate of your application.
There are many types of work visas, and it is important to choose the most suitable visa for the applicant's job duties. At our office, we select the most suitable visa for each individual situation and proceed with the application process. This will ensure that your application proceeds smoothly.
Timing is important when applying for a visa. At our office, we process your application promptly and also provide thorough follow-up after the application is submitted. We will keep you up to date on the progress of your application and promptly submit additional documents and communicate with the Immigration Bureau as necessary.
Price
Price
| Item | Fee | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Initial consultation (up to 60 minutes) | Free | The first consultation is free of charge. |
| Basic plan for work visa application | 88,000 yen | Includes preparation of required documents, preparation of application documents, and submission procedures. |
| Full support plan for work visa application | 121,000 yen | Includes document preparation, translation, application procedures, and progress follow-up. |
| Bulk work visa application plan for companies | from 330,000 yen | A special plan for applying for work visas for multiple employees at once. |
| Document translation service | 5,500 yen/page | If you need to translate documents in languages other than Japanese. |
| Reapplication support if your application is rejected | 55,000 yen | Includes analysis of the reasons for denial and support for reapplication. |
Flow
Flow
01
First, please make an appointment for an initial consultation using the inquiry form or by phone.We will ask about the applicant's job description and the employer's company information, and explain the appropriate visa type and application procedure. The first consultation is free, so please feel free to contact us.
02
Based on the information we have confirmed during the initial consultation, we will create(make) a list of documents required for your work visa application and provide you with information. You will then be asked to prepare the documents required for your application, such as an employment contract, educational certificate, and work history. If you are unsure about the documents required, our office will provide support.
03
Once all necessary documents are prepared, our office will prepare the application documents and review the contents. After confirming that all documents are properly prepared, we will submit the application documents to the Immigration Bureau. Please rest assured that our office will handle all application procedures on your behalf.
04
After your application is accepted, we will follow up with you regularly during the review process. If additional documents are required during the review process, we will respond promptly. Once the review result is available, we will notify you promptly and support you in receiving your work visa.
05
After your work visa has been issued, you will receive it from the Immigration Bureau. Our office will continue to provide support for your life in Japan even after you have received your visa. Please feel free to contact us for any other inquiries regarding your stay in Japan, such as work visa renewals and family visa applications.
In order to obtain a work visa in Japan, you must meet several conditions and screening criteria. Clearing these criteria is the key to obtaining a work visa. Below are the main conditions and screening criteria.
In order to apply for a work visa, it is essential to have a valid employment contract with a company in Japan. The employment contract must clearly state the job content, salary, working conditions, etc. In addition, the company is required to have a legitimate reason to employ the applicant and to apply for an appropriate residence status to engage in that work.
Depending on the type of work visa applied for, applicants are required to have a certain level of educational and work history. For example, for technical, humanities, and international business visas, a university degree or higher and equivalent work experience are required. In addition, for specific skills visas and highly skilled professional visas, even higher levels of specialized knowledge and skills may be required.
Applicants will be examined to ensure that they have the economic foundation to maintain a life in Japan. Specifically, they will be required to have an appropriate salary and the ability to support dependents if they have any. Pay slips and tax certificates may be required.
Applicants will be examined to ensure that they maintain good conduct and comply with laws and regulations while living in Japan. It is particularly important that they have no serious criminal records or violations of laws and regulations in the past. Applicants will also be examined to ensure that they pay appropriate taxes.
An important point in the screening process is whether the company employing the applicant is sound and reliable. The company's financial situation, business activities, number of employees, etc. are examined to confirm that the company has a system in place to properly employ foreigners.
FAQ
FAQ