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 […]
To everyone who will take the Certified Administrative Procedures Legal Specialist exam in 2023
The 2023 Certified Administrative Procedures Legal Specialist exam will be held on Sunday, November 12th.There is only one week left until the exam date.For those planning to take the exam, please take care of your physical condition so that you can fully demonstrate your abilities.As a general rule, there are no clocks at the test […]
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 […]
What is the “special period” in the status of residence?
The residence card has a period of stay, except for some statuses of residence.Therefore, if you wish to continue staying in Japan after your period of stay expires, you will need to apply for an extension of your period of stay.If you apply for an extension of period of stay but do not receive a […]
If you are thinking about applying for Permanent Resident or Naturalization, what kind of Certified Administrative Procedures Legal Specialist should you consult?
Applications for Permanent resident or Naturalization have strict requirements for permission, so it can be said that the hurdles are high for individuals to apply.Therefore, if you are thinking about applying for Permanent Resident or Naturalization, we recommend that you consult with a Certified Administrative Procedures Legal Specialist who mainly handles immigration work for foreigners.However, […]
Can a person whose status of residence is only permitted for a period of one year be allowed to become naturalized?
Foreigners living in Japan have some kind of status of residence.When the foreigner applies for naturalization, it is necessary that the permitted period of stay is 3 years or more.Those who are permitted to stay in Japan for only one year will not be permitted even if they apply for naturalization.However, if a Japanese spouse […]
What is the Special Highly Skilled Professional System (J-Skip)?
The Special Highly Skilled Professional System (J-Skip) is a newly created system that is separate from the existing point system for Highly Skilled Professional.Specifically, if you have a certain level of academic background or work experience and annual income above a certain level, you will be granted the status of residence of "Highly Skilled Professional".This […]