Japan Work Visas & Residence Applications
Planning to work, run a business or join family in Japan? Start by checking the right residence category and documents for your plans.
Your purpose of stay determines the application route. We help you organise your work details, business plans and personal background, then clarify the documents and steps involved in applying or renewing.
To get started, tell us why you plan to move to Japan, your intended timing, and whether you already have a Japanese company or employer.
Japan Business Manager Visa
For people planning to operate or manage a business in Japan. Before applying, check the business premises, business plan, funding, operating arrangements and the applicant’s qualifications.
We help organise the company formation and application documents. Company registration and residence approval are separate procedures; the requirements must be checked against current rules and your circumstances.
Dependent Visa
Holders of working visa in Japan, Business Manager Visa, or student visa may apply for the Dependent Visa for their spouse and minor children, allowing their family members to live in Japan together. The Dependent Visa can usually be processed concurrently with the principal applicant’s visa.
Permanent Residence Application in Japan
After obtaining permanent residence in Japan, you are no longer subject to visa period restrictions and may freely work and reside in Japan without needing to reapply for a visa due to changes in employment. Permanent residence applications require meeting multiple conditions, including residence duration, tax payment, social insurance participation, and good conduct. We can assist in evaluating eligibility, preparing documents, and handling the application process.
Highly Skilled Professional Visa
For eligible professionals in research, specialist technical work or business management. Academic background, work experience, income and other factors are reviewed under the points system or another applicable scheme before preparing the application.
Engineer / Specialist in Humanities / International Business Visa ( Working Visa in Japan)
The Engineer / Specialist in Humanities / International Services Visa is the most common type of working visa in Japan. It applies to engineers, IT professionals, designers, marketing personnel, translators, international trade specialists, administrative managers, and other professional positions. Applicants must meet Japan’s requirements regarding academic background or work experience, and may apply once they are employed by a Japanese company.
Intra‑company Transferee Visa
For employees transferred from an overseas office to a related office in Japan for a defined period to carry out eligible professional work. The application requires a review of the relationship between the offices, previous work experience, and the proposed duties and remuneration in Japan.
Japan Naturalization Application (Acquisition of Japanese Nationality)
Individuals who meet the requirements under Japan’s Nationality Act may apply for naturalization to obtain Japanese nationality. The key difference between naturalization and permanent residency is that, upon successful naturalization, the applicant acquires Japanese nationality and must renounce their original nationality in accordance with the laws of their home country. Our firm can assist in evaluating eligibility and preparing the necessary documents for the application.
What Should You Prepare for an Enquiry?
- Your purpose: employment, an overseas transfer, starting a business or joining family.
- Your current situation: education, work experience, residence status and arrangements with a Japanese company.
- Your timing: when you hope to move, start work or begin business operations.
You can contact us before all documents are ready. We will explain the next steps based on your progress.