Visa Types & Requirements

Comprehensive guide to different visa categories in Japan

Understanding Japanese Visas

Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services: For IT, business, and teaching positions.

Highly Skilled Professional: Points-based system offering special privileges for qualified professionals.

Specified Skilled Worker: For workers in designated shortage industries with two qualification lev

Available for students enrolled in Japanese language schools, vocational schools, and universities.

Allows part-time work up to 28 hours per week with proper permission.

Required documents include school acceptance letter, proof of financial support, and academic records.

For spouses and children of foreign residents with qualifying visa status.

Allows part-time work up to 28 hours per week with proper permission.

Requires proof of relationship and financial support from the main visa holder.

Available after living in Japan for generally 10 years (shorter for skilled professionals).

Requires proof of financial stability, tax payment history, and clean criminal record.

Offers unrestricted work rights and permanent stay in Japan.