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If you are working in Japan under a work-related status of residence, one question can become very important when you leave your job: What happens to my visa if I quit my job? You may also have heard that you must find another job within...

New to the Engineer Visa? Read Part 1: Eligibility Requirements first. Meeting the basic eligibility requirements does not automatically result in approval. Immigration examines the application as a whole. It considers the applicant’s qu...

The Engineer / Specialist in Humanities / International Services status of residence is one of the main routes for foreign professionals who wish to work in Japan. It covers a wide range of professional positions, including engineers, IT...

Watch the complete guide in just 6 minutes.This video provides a practical introduction to Japan's work visa system before you explore the detailed guide below. https://youtu.be/FMM7UsF9NMs Prefer reading? Continue below for the complete...

Japan will introduce the new Employment for Skill Development (ESD) Program on April 1, 2027. The ESD Program will replace the former Technical Intern Training Program (TITP). Its primary objective is to develop foreign workers and secur...

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...

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...

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...

Japan is reportedly preparing to introduce a new electronic travel authorization system known as JESTA (Japan Electronic System for Travel Authorization). The system is expected to function similarly to the United States’ ESTA and Canada...

■ Introduction Both Japan and Canada accept immigrants, but there are significant differences in how their systems operate and how applications are assessed. I have been working in Canadian immigration for over 20 years and am now also i...