When applying for an extension of the period of stay under the “Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services” status of residence, you may find that your employer has changed since your previous application. 📌 Obtained the Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services status while working for Company A🔽📌 Left Company A and changed jobs to Company B🔽📌 Your period […]

“I want to extend my period of stay, but I don’t have time to take off work and go to the Immigration Office.” “Can an administrative scrivener receive my new residence card on my behalf after my application is approved?” In such cases, by using the services of an administrative scrivener authorized to act as […]

Many foreign nationals and sponsoring employers ask us questions such as: The answer is that a Certified Immigration Administrative Scrivener submits immigration applications under Japan’s Application Agent System. By hiring a qualified Certified Immigration Administrative Scrivener who is authorized to act as an Application Agent, foreign nationals can, in many cases, complete their status of […]

Many people planning to apply for a Japanese status of residence have questions such as: To make immigration procedures more convenient, the Immigration Services Agency of Japan operates the Online Residence Application System, which allows many status of residence applications to be submitted electronically. In addition, a Certified Immigration Administrative Scrivener (an Administrative Scrivener authorized […]

As of April 15, 2026, passing Level N2 of the Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) has not become a uniform requirement for all applications for the “Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services” status of residence. Particular attention is required in the following cases: ✅ The applicant will engage in interpersonal duties that require language skills, such as translation, […]

“I’m too busy with work to go to the Immigration Office…”“The long waiting times are a burden…” For those facing these challenges, many choose to have an Administrative Scrivener handle their residence procedures on their behalf. In fact, if certain conditions are met, it is possible to apply for a status of residence and receive […]

Conclusion first:This change of status does not mean that “getting a job automatically guarantees approval.” In the examination process, your academic background × job duties × the actual status of the company are reviewed comprehensively and in combination, not separately. ① The “Relevance” Between Academic Background and Job Duties Is the Most Critical Factor This […]

① Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) – Type 1 — Japanese Language Ability Is Required 📌 Mandatory Requirement: Passing a Japanese Language Test (JLPT or Equivalent) In principle, applicants must meet one of the following Japanese language requirements: These tests are required to prove basic communication ability in a working environment, such as: Communicating basic information […]

“I’m too busy to visit the Immigration Office.”“The paperwork is too complicated, and I don’t know where to begin.”“I want to make sure my application is approved on the first attempt.” That’s why online residence status applications by a Certified Administrative Scrivener are here to help. What Is an Online Application for Residence Status? Residence […]

“We want to hire a foreign national, but we don’t know where to start.” For many companies facing this situation for the first time, the Status of Residence “Engineer / Specialist in Humanities / International Services” (commonly called Gijinkoku) is often the first option they choose. Here, we provide a clear and practical explanation from […]