What is a Settled Resident Visa?
📊 Settled Resident Visa (Status of Residence: “Teijusha”)
The Settled Resident Visa is a residence status that allows foreign nationals to stay in Japan for a long period. It features no work restrictions, granting the freedom to engage in any employment. This visa is granted to individuals who, for specific reasons, need to reside in Japan stably.
💼 Main Features of the Settled Resident Visa
✅ No work restrictions → Free to work in any profession!
✅ Renewable residence period → Residency is granted for 1, 3, or 5 years and can be renewed if conditions are met!
✅ Pathway to permanent residency → Long-term stay in Japan may lead to eligibility for a Permanent Resident Visa if certain conditions are fulfilled!
📊 Main Eligibility Criteria for the Settled Resident Visa
🔽 The Settled Resident Visa is primarily granted in the following cases:
1️⃣ Nikkei (second- and third-generation Japanese) and their spouses or children
- Foreign nationals of Japanese descent (e.g., Nikkei from Brazil, Peru, etc.).
2️⃣ Former holders of the “Spouse or Child of a Japanese National” visa
- Granted in cases where the applicant has established a stable life in Japan after divorce or the passing of their spouse.
3️⃣ Biological children of Japanese nationals or permanent residents
- Applies to minor children with a Japanese parent.
4️⃣ Cases recognized by the Minister of Justice for special reasons
Includes humanitarian considerations (e.g., refugee applicants) or other exceptional circumstances.
💡 Differences Between the Settled Resident Visa and Other Residence Statuses
| Visa | Work Restrictions | Period of Stay | Pathway to Permanent Residency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Settled Resident Visa | 🔵 None (Free to work in any field) | 1 year, 3 years, 5 years | Eligible to Apply |
| Technical/Humanities/International Business | 🔴 Yes (Limited to specified occupations only) | 1 year, 3 years, 5 years | Eligible to Apply |
| Spouse of a Japanese national | 🔵 None (Free to work in any field) | 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, 5 years | Eligible to Apply |
| Long-Term Resident(Permanent Residency) | 🔵 None (Free to work in any field) | Indefinite | No renewal required after acquisition |
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