New Required Documents for "Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services" Visa Applications
AKIRA YAMAMOTO.AKIRAFor applications submitted on or after Wednesday, April 15, 2026, organizations falling under Category 3 or 4 are now required to submit the following additional documents:
- Declaration Form regarding the representative of the affiliated organization
- Documents certifying language proficiency equivalent to CEFR B2 (Applicable only if the duties involve interpersonal tasks using a specific language)
Regarding Japanese language proficiency, applicants will be deemed to possess proficiency equivalent to CEFR B2 if they meet any of the following criteria:
- Holding JLPT N2 or higher.
- Having a score of 400 points or more on the BJT Business Japanese Proficiency Test.
- Having resided in Japan for 20 years or more as a mid-to-long-term resident.
- Having graduated from a university in Japan, or completed a specialized course at a vocational school (Senmon Gakko) or a college of technology (Kosen) in Japan.
- Having completed compulsory education in Japan and graduated from a high school in Japan.
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