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Status of residence of persons who are members of the United States armed forces, the civilian component, and their dependents
Foreign nationals residing in Japan have a status of residence depending on their activities.component, and their dependents are exempt from immigration laws under the U.S.-Japan Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA).Therefore, if you continue to reside in Japan even after you are no longer associated with the United States armed forces in Japan, you will be […]
Things to note when hiring a foreigner for the first time
Foreign nationals residing in Japan have a status of residence depending on their activities.There are two types of status of residence: those that allow you to work and those that do not allow you to work.When hiring a foreign national, it is necessary that the foreign national has a status of residence that allows him […]
What is “International Services” under the “Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services” status of residence?
One of the statuses of residence that allows foreigners to work in Japan is "Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services."Among these, the applicable scope of “International Services” is defined as ``translation, interpretation, language instruction, public relations, advertising, or overseas trading work, design related to clothing or interior decoration, product development, and other similar work.''Therefore, any other type […]
The scope of the residence status "Designated Activities (Notification No. 46)" has been expanded.
Foreign nationals who have graduated from a Japanese university (including graduate school) and have a score of 480 or higher on the Japanese Language Proficiency Test N1 or the BJT Business Japanese Proficiency Test are eligible for the "Designated Activities (Notification No. 46)" status of residence.This "Designated Activities (Notification No. 46)" is characterized by a […]
Employers who employ foreigners need to "Notification of foreign employment status".
Employers who employ foreigners need to "Notification of foreign employment status".This notification must be made not only when hiring the foreigner, but also when you leave the job.It is important to note that if you neglect this notification or make a false report, it will be a fine of 300,000 yen or less.If the foreigner […]
What kind of Certified Administrative Procedures Legal Specialist should I consult?
There are conditions for a foreigner's residence status to be recognized.Meeting these conditions does not necessarily mean that you will be granted a status of residence, but if you do not meet these conditions, you will definitely be denied permission.Therefore, our Certified Administrative Procedures Legal Specialists listen to the customer's story and determine whether the […]
For those who are considering obtaining the “Business Manager” status of residence
In order for foreigners to establish a company and conduct business in Japan, they must obtain a "Business Manager" status of residence.In order to apply for the "Business Manager" status of residence, you must first establish a company.However, just because you have established your own company does not necessarily mean that you will be granted […]
To companies who are suffering from labor shortage
At present, the problem of labor shortage is becoming more serious in various industries.This labor shortage is even more serious in small and medium -sized companies, as large companies are serious.Therefore, I think many companies want to hire foreigners who are in Japan.However, if you are a qualified "Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services", which is the […]
Advantages and points to note regarding the residence status “Permanent Resident”
Once the status of residence "Permanent Resident" is approved, there is no period of stay, so there is no need to apply for renewal.Additionally, there are no work restrictions, so you can engage in work that is not permitted under other workable statuses of residence.Furthermore, even if you want to establish a company, you do […]
Precautions when foreigners establish a company in Japan
In order for foreigners to establish a company and conduct business in Japan, they must obtain a "Business Manager" status of residence.A company can be established immediately if it meets certain requirements.However, just because you have established your own company does not necessarily mean that you will be granted the "Business Manager" status of residence.In […]