JAPAN WORK VISA – THE PROCESS BEHIND IT.
MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS OF JAPAN:
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan plays an important role in the international relations of Japan and in managing immigration policies and rules. Along with that they also manage and keep checks and balances on Work Visas. They are also responsible for formatting and making policies with other countries depending on the current state of the economy and other factors. They work with other stakeholders to ensure the process of foreigners willing to work in Japan gets smoother and simpler. The first important task is to provide proper and accurate information regarding Visas, guidance, and services. Although Japan has extremely hard-working and experienced people the agency still tends to allow more experienced workers for particular fields through work visas.
VISA PROCESS AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
The work visa in Japan is relatively easy to get if the process is being followed correctly. But as usual, you will need an Employer to get the work visa. You will need a job offer from an Employer in Japan. A lot of Japanese jobs are available which provide visa sponsorship jobs.
Japan is looking for quality and experienced workers, especially youth, the reason is their population is aging and retirements. Japan is planning to have Half a million (500,000) foreign workers by 2025. They are planning to provide the visa initially for five years (5 Yrs).
Working in Japan can get very easy especially if you learn Japanese fast. The working environment is second to none and everything is well disciplined. People are honest and hard-working, helpful as well. They are always polite and respectful, dedicated and loving.
OTHER RELATED INFORMATION:
Country: Japan
Passport: The Japanese passport will be one of the world’s strongest passports in 2024. It sits in the top three of the World’s Strongest Passport.
Visa Type: The type of Visa is a work visa which has several different types like business travel and permanent as well. People from all over the world are eligible to apply for a Japanese Work Visa, no country is excluded from the list, and visa sponsorships are also valid and available for people all over the world.
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FIELDS FOR VISA SPONSORSHIP:
Certain jobs in every nation provide higher chances of getting a work visa or a sponsorship. In Japan, the following are the certain areas of work that are highly likely to get you a Visa.
- Teacher of English
- Armed Forces Personnel
- Engineering Professional
- Customer Service Representative
- Information Technology Specialist
- Language Interpreter
- Banking Professional
- Educator
- English Language Instructor
- Automotive Technician
- Electrical Engineer
TYPES OF WORK VISA:
Japanese work visas come in various types to accommodate diverse professions and employment needs for foreign nationals.
1) High Skilled Professionals:
This visa allows highly experienced and skilled professionals to stay and work in Japan. Mostly the fields related to this Visa are advanced research, technical research or activities, futuristic technology or IT Sector, etc. One who acquires this Visa is eligible to stay for 5 years in Japan.
a) Special High Skilled Professionals:
Requires a Bachelor’s or a Master’s Degree along with experience in the field. Only then you can apply for a highly skilled Visa.
b) Highly Skilled Foreign Professionals:
The work visa is for advanced skilled professionals. No degree is required but one must have a proof of the skills he/she possesses.
2) Japanese Work Visa:
The regular work visa in Japan is accessible to many foreign workers and doesn’t demand prior work experience. It allows stays for durations of 1 year, 3 years, and 5 years.
REQUIREMENTS:
- A job letter is a must have to apply for Japan work visa. A letter offering a job from Employer is necessary.
- A valid passport with at least two to three blank pages.
- Visa application form, correctly filled and signed.
- Passport sized photos. Not older than six months with no glasses or cap on.
- Certificate of Eligibility COE should be the priority.
Certificate of eligibility
is provided by Immigration Services of Japan. Every worker from outside Japan needs to have COE. The Employer is responsible to get this for the worker he is calling in Japan from other country. The company or the employer will handle the COE operation for you.