Many foreign nationals staying in Japan under the “Designated Activities (Departure Preparation)” status believe that simply filing an application to change their status to Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services allows them to remain in Japan until the immigration decision is made. However, the rules differ significantly depending on whether the period of stay granted under the […]

“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 […]

“I want to bring my spouse to Japan where I’m working.”“I want to bring my children to Japan so we can live together as a family.” In such cases, what you’ll need is a Dependent Visa.In this article, I’ll clearly explain who is eligible, the requirements for obtaining it, and important points to note—from the […]

A flexible residency status tailored to your specific purpose in Japan. “This activity is necessary in Japan, but it can’t be covered by a standard visa.”That’s exactly the kind of exception the Specific Activities Visa is designed to handle. ▶️ A highly flexible visa system that grants residence for activities individually approved by the Minister […]