Visa
Regarding the new acceptance system for fourth-generation Japanese people
Previously, fourth-generation Japanese Americans were able to stay in Japan for a total of five years under the "Designated Activities" status of residence if they were between 18 and 30 years old at the time of entry and met the specified requirements.This was revised as follows from December 28th last year.
Precautions when foreigners establish a company in Japan
In order for a foreigner to create a company in Japan and do business, it is necessary to acquire a status of residence of " Business Manager".However, the status of residence of " Business Manager" cannot be applied unless the company is established.In the case of a business that requires permission, it is necessary to […]
Regarding application for change of residence status if you are currently residing in Japan with a residence status such as "Student" and have decided to find employment in Japan in the spring of 2024.
If you currently have a status of residence such as "Student" or "Designated Activities (Continued Job Hunting)" and find employment in Japan in the spring of 2024, you will need to change your status of residence to working status.However, please note that the application details will change depending on the expiration date of your current […]
Precautions when determining the wage of the foreigners to hire
If a company employs foreigners, it is necessary to determine the wage in advance by the employment conditions or contract.However, it is not enough to determine the wage in advance.Foreign wages must be equivalent to the same wage of Japanese workers in the same work.Unless there is a legitimate reason, it is not allowed to […]
Technical Intern Training Program will be reviewed
Technical Intern Training Program, which has been controversial until now, will be reviewed in line with the actual situation.There are two major changes: Additionally, in line with the above, requirements for supervising organizations, etc. are expected to become stricter.
Things companies should be careful about when hiring foreigners
Due to the recent labor shortage, an increasing number of companies are looking to hire foreigners as a workforce.However, there are some things you need to be more careful about when hiring foreigners than when hiring Japanese people.Foreigners residing in Japan must have some type of Status of Residence.There are two types of Status of […]
What you should be aware of when looking for an administrative scrivener
Some of those who come to consult about "status of residence" say, "I should be allowed because my acquaintance has been allowed."However, "status of residence" is not a type that is permitted if certain requirements are met, such as a license."Status of residence" is comprehensively judged, including the circumstances of the applicant, and determines whether […]
Foreign nationals living in Japan are required to notify if there is a change in their place of employment, etc.
Foreign nationals residing in Japan must notify the change within 14 days if there is a change in their place of employment, etc.There are three ways to submit a notification: online, by bringing it to a counter, and by mail, but it is recommended to use the Internet as it is easier.The specific details of […]
Procedures in the event that a child is born between foreign couples living in Japan
If the parents of the child born in Japan are both foreign nationals, the child cannot acquire Japanese nationality.This is because Japan does not take "principle of birthplace".Therefore, if a child is born in Japan, it is necessary to apply for the child's "Statuses of residence".The procedure is as follows. If both or one of […]
Difference between 30 days and 31 days of period of stay in "Designated Activities" for departure preparation
If you have applied for an extension of period of stay or a change of status of residence but have been denied permission, you will be given a status of residence called "Designated Activities" for preparation to leave Japan.There are two types of "Designated Activities" for preparing to leave the country, one with a period […]