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Immigration news
Major Changes to Japan’s Business Manager Visa Requirements Effective October 2025
Key Takeaways Minimum capital requirement increased from JPY 5 million to JPY 30 million At least one full-time employee will be required Japanese language requirement introduced Business management experience or relevant academic qualif... -
Immigration Insights
Japan’s New Employment for Skill Development Program: A Search for Balance Between Worker Protection and Skills Development
Japan will introduce its new Employment for Skill Development Program (Ikusei Shuro) on April 1, 2027, replacing the current Technical Intern Training Program (TITP). As a Canadian immigration consultant for many years, I find the debate... -
Immigration Insights
Japan Immigration Update #1: PR and Compliance
Permanent Residence in Japan: What Has Changed in the Last Six Months? Over the past six months, Japan's immigration policies have undergone significant changes. Following the launch of the new administration, discussions surrounding imm...
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