How to obtain a Designated Activities Visa (Employment Activities and Others) for Japan

How to Obtain a Specially Designated Activities Visa (Employment Activities and Others)

The "Designated Activities Visa" is a status of residence for foreigners who fall under the category of "Designated Activities," which allows them to stay in Japan for specific purposes only. It is one of the most important visa systems for foreign nationals, especially for foreign students who are allowed to stay in Japan to continue job hunting after graduation from university or graduate school, or for special reasons in many cases.

Table of Contents

• What is a Designated Activities Visa?
• Main types and subjects
• Requirements for Specially Designated Activities Visa (Employment Activities)
• Documents required for application
• Review Period and Notes
• Advantages and Cautions of the Specially Designated Activities Visa
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Support by administrative scriveners

What is a Designated Activities Visa?

Specified Activities" refers to activities individually determined by the Minister of Justice, and covers a wide range of purposes such as employment, study, research, and cultural exchange. The content of the visa and the scope of the activity are determined on a case-by-case basis,Notified Specified Activities as specified by the Ministry of Justice in a public noticeAnd,Individually designated activities not based on public noticeThere are two types of

Main types and subjects

• Job search for international students: Up to one year of employment after graduation from college or graduate school.
• Internship Activities: The purpose of this program is to gain work experience at a company, etc., for a certain period of time before or after graduation.
• Temporary stay for Japanese Americans: Cases in which the applicant does not fall under the category of permanent resident but is permitted to stay for a short period of time due to family relations, etc.
• Temporary Residence Permits for Refugee Applicants: Applies to some pending applications for refugee status.

Requirements for Specially Designated Activities Visa (Employment Activities)

• Japanese university or graduate school.Graduation/Completiondoing (something)
• After graduation/completionUndecided on the course of study.
• Even after graduationActively seeking employmentMust be (application history, etc. required)
• As a rule, the school will provideletter of recommendation(Application must be submitted by the due date).

Documents required for application

• Application for Change of Status of Residence
• Passport/resident card
• Certificate of graduation (or certificate of expected graduation)
• Letter of recommendation (issued by school)
• Resume and job search status report
• Offer of employment (if already offered)

Review Period and Notes

The review period isAbout 2 weeks to 1 monthHowever, this may vary depending on the situation of congestion and individual cases. Change of visa status to "Designated Activities Visa" must be made before the expiration of the period of stay,Illegal stay if application is delayedBecause of the risk ofAdvance preparation and early applicationis important.

Advantages and Cautions of the Specially Designated Activities Visa

• Benefits: Continued employment is now legally possible, and part-time work is permitted under certain conditions.
• Notes: Extension of stay is limited to one time in principle. Obligation to report on activities.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: What is the Can I apply without references?
  A: A In principle, this is required, but may be granted in exceptional cases depending on circumstances. Individual consultation is recommended.
• Q: What is the Can I have a part-time job while I am looking for a job?
  A: A With a Permit to Engage in Activities Outside the Status of Residence, it is possible to do so for up to 28 hours per week.

Support by administrative scriveners

Our firm specializes in assisting with applications for Designated Activities Visas. We provide comprehensive assistance from document preparation, application representation, and immigration response. Please feel free to consult with us even if you are concerned about your future after graduation from university or if the deadline for letters of recommendation has passed.

Horiuchi Administrative Scrivener Office in Shinjuku, Tokyowill do its utmost to support your job search and residency.