Matching of Major and Job Responsibilities for the “Engineer/Humanities/International Services” Visa
📊 To obtain the “Engineer/Humanities/International Services” visa, the applicant’s university major must be reasonably related to their job responsibilities.
If this “matching requirement” is not met, the visa application is likely to be rejected. Please be aware of this important condition when applying.
✅ Understanding the “Matching Requirement”
📍 The applicant’s university major must be directly or indirectly related to their job responsibilities.
| 📚 Field of Study | 💼 Examples of Eligible Job Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Information Engineering / Computer Science | Engineer, Programmer, System Development, Data Analysis |
| Economics, Business Administration, Commerce | Planning, Marketing, Sales, Finance & Accounting |
| Law | Legal Affairs, Compliance, Contract Management |
| Design, Arts | Graphic Design, UI/UX Design, Advertising Production |
| Foreign Languages, International Relations | Translation & Interpretation, International Sales, Trade-related Work |
| Civil Engineering, Architecture, Urban Engineering | Architectural Design, Construction Management, Real Estate-related Work |
💡 Key Points
🔹 Unrelated majors and job roles are generally not accepted!
- Example: If an economics major applies for an engineer position, the visa application may be difficult.
🔹 “Can the applicant apply their academic knowledge?” is the key factor!
- Even indirectly related fields may be approved if there is a reasonable connection.
🔹 For “Humanities/International Services” visas, jobs utilizing language or cultural knowledge are more likely to be approved!
✅ Solutions When the Major and Job Role Do Not Match
✅ Solutions When the Major and Job Role Do Not Match
1️⃣ Enhance supporting documents to prove relevance
→ Have the company prepare a document explaining in detail how the job responsibilities relate to your major.
2️⃣ Reconsider the job title
→ Instead of applying as an “IT Engineer”, consider roles like “IT Consultant” or “Project Manager”, which may align better with your major.
3️⃣ Gain practical experience (e.g., internships)
→ Having work experience in a related field can strengthen the connection between your major and job, increasing approval chances.
📌 Positioning of Translation & Interpretation Work
📊 The “Engineer/Humanities/International Services” visa is one of the most commonly used residence statuses for foreign nationals working in translation and interpretation roles. This visa is particularly favorable for jobs that utilize foreign language skills.
🔽 Relationship Between Major and Job Responsibilities (Examples)
| 📚 Field of Study | 💼 Examples of Eligible Job Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Foreign Language Studies / Linguistics | Translation & Interpretation (Corporate, Government Agencies, Tourism Industry, etc.) |
| International Relations | International Sales, Trade Operations, International Consultant |
| Japanese Language Education, Japanese Culture | Japanese Language Teacher, Cultural Exchange Program Coordinator |
| Business & Marketing | Advertising & Public Relations for Foreign Markets, Overseas Business Division |
💡 Key Points
🔹 Applicants with a background in foreign languages or international relations are generally more likely to receive approval for translation and interpretation roles.
🔹 Business majors may also qualify if their job involves international trade, overseas marketing, or related activities.
🔹 Translation and interpretation work must be connected to corporate activities, rather than being purely linguistic services.
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