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Japanese immigration law defines about 30 "status of residence". A foreigner who stays in Japan need to fulfill requirements of one of "status of residence".
There are several status for a foreign national who wish to stay and work in Japan. Each "status of residence" defines activities on which a foreigner can do. So, it is very important to find out a proper status for your purpose.
The following "Status of Residence" are categorized into working visa.
And, Designated Activities u“Á’芈“®v is sometimes considered as a working status.
Requirements of each Status largely vary and depend on academic backgrounds and/or working experience, etc. of an applicant.
If your status of residence is one of the following status, you can stay in Japan and work, since there is no job restrictions.
Spouse or Child of Japanese national Spouse or Child of Permanent Resident Long Term Resident Permanent Resident Special Permanent Resident
(Status listed in Table II and Special Permanent Resident)
Procedures depend on whether you are in Japan or outside of Japan, or how you have been staying in Japan so far.
Graduation and Work | Changing Jobs |
As a registered immigration/visa specialist or "Gyoseishoshi", we can offer various services related to immigration procedures.
Services we can offer are
Consultation - to find out Status of Residence/Procedures that may best suit you and/or your family member, etc.
Documentation - to prepare and/or advice the documents you need to submit to the Immigration Bureau
Representation/Agency - to submit the documents and communicate with the Immigration Bureau on your behalf
and so forth.
Please let us know your situation. Inquiry Form
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For Work (Work VISA) |
BS/MS/etc Degree Holder |
BA/MA/etc Degree Holder |
Teaching Position |
Graduation and Work |
Changing Jobs |
Permanent Resident |
Do you have any problem with your visa or immigration procedures? "Gyoseishoshi" or Administrative Scrivener is a registered specialist in documentation and we specialize in the field of immigration process. |
We have been officially notified to Tokyo Regional Immigration Services Bureau to act as an agent (GYO-07 No.337) and are ready to assist you. If you are seeking for any professional assistance, please contact us Inquiry. |
8-7 Ishijima, Koto-ku, Tokyo, Japan |