Changing Jobs as a Holder of the "Highly Skilled Professional" Status of ResidenceNew!!
When an individual holding the "Highly Skilled Professional" status of residence changes employment, they are required to complete a change of status of residence procedure.For the "Highly Skilled Professional" status, the name of the contracted organization (employer) is specified on the Designation Certificate. Therefore, a change in the contracted organization constitutes a change in the […]
Changing from "Student" Status of Residence to a Work Status starting in April
If you currently hold the "Student" status of residence, are attending a school in Japan, and plan to change to a work status for employment starting in April, you can apply for permission to change your status of residence starting from December 1st.Previously, only the Tokyo Regional Immigration Services Bureau accepted applications from December. However, […]
What Happens to the "Spouse or Child of Japanese National" Status of Residence Holder After Divorce?
When a foreign national holding the status of residence "Spouse or Child of Japanese National" divorces their Japanese spouse, they must change to another status of residence if they wish to continue living in Japan.If the individual is working as an office employee, they would typically consider changing their status to "Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services."In some circumstances, a change […]
Important Considerations for Permanent Resident Applications by "Business Manager" Status of Residence Holders
The requirements for a new application for the "Business Manager" Status of Residence have been revised. The capital/total investment requirement, among others, has been changed from the conventional 5 million yen or more to 30 million yen or more, and new requirements have also been added.Current holders of the "Business Manager" Status of Residence are […]
Required Documents for Renewal Application of "Business Manager" Status of Residence Have Been Added
Following the review of the requirements for new applications for the "Business Manager" Status of Residence, the required documents for renewal applications have also been added.The newly added documents to be submitted are as follows: Regarding the fulfillment of public dues and taxes, this includes not only tax-related matters but also the status of enrollment […]
What is Inheritance by Representation ?
Inheritance by Representation (known in Japan as Daishu Sōzoku) is a legal system where, at the time of an inheritance, the children or other descendants of an intended heir take their place as heirs when the original heir is unable to inherit the estate due to reasons such as prior death.This representative inheritance is not […]
If You Fail the Specified Skilled Worker (ⅱ) Skill Examination.
Currently, the Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) program covers 16 fields, and for 11 of those fields, the SSW(ⅱ) status is available.Foreign nationals working in these 11 fields under the Specified Skilled Worker (ⅰ) status can transition to the SSW (ⅱ) status by meeting requirements such as passing the (ⅱ) skill examination within their permitted period […]
When a Japanese National and Foreign Spouse Living Abroad Move to Japan Together
When a couple—one Japanese national and one foreign national—living together overseas decides to move to Japan, the foreign spouse will typically apply for a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) under the "Spouse or Child of Japanese National"status of residence.Ideally, the Japanese spouse would be the applicant (legal representative) for this process. However, when both spouses are residing […]
What is the Legally Secured Portion ?
The Legally Secured Portion (or iryuubun) is the minimum percentage of a deceased person's estate that a select group of legal heirs is guaranteed to inherit under Japanese Civil Law.This right acts as a fundamental safeguard to prevent a will from completely disinheriting close relatives.However, please note that the deceased person's siblings are not recognized […]
Important Considerations for Renewing the "Business Manager" Status of Residence
Even those who currently hold the "Business Manager" status of residence must be careful when applying for renewal.While the requirements for new applications for the "Business Manager" status of residence have been revised, existing holders will be required to adapt to the new standards starting from renewal applications submitted on or after October 16, 2028.However, […]