1. can i renew my visa after changing jobs?
It is possible. However, "continuity of job description (i.e., relevance to status of residence)" is important for the renewal examination.
If you take a job that is so different from your previous job, or if the nature of your work is unclear, you may be deemed incompatible with your status of residence.
Table of Contents
- 1. can i renew my visa after changing jobs?
- 2. if the new company is a small or medium-sized company or a company that has just been established
- 3. do I need to report to the immigration office after resignation?
- 4. cases requiring special attention
- 5. is it okay if I change jobs to a position different from my previous one?
- 6. expert advice
- 7. contact us for a consultation
2. if the new company is a small or medium-sized company or a company that has just been established
Rather than the size of the company, the screening process focuses on the "nature of the employment contract," "stable income," and "actual operations.
It is quite possible for a newly established company to obtain a renewal permit if the contract and the nature of the business are properly explained.
3. do I need to report to the immigration office after resignation?
Yes, if the holder of a technical, humanities, or international services visa has resigned,Notification of Institutional Affiliation" to the Immigration Office within 14 daysmust be done.
Eligible Cases:
In the event of retirement
Termination of contract, termination of employment, end of dispatch, etc.
→This is for all cases in which the "organization (organization of activity)" changes.
Submission Deadline:
Within 14 days from the date of resignation (contract termination date)
Submission Method:
- Online (Immigration and Immigration Agency)
- In writing (fill out the "Notification of Institutional Affiliation" form and mail or bring it to the Immigration Office)
Notes:
Failure to notify us may be considered a violation of the Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act and may be detrimental to your future visa renewal or permanent residence application.
At the time of resignation, even if you are in the process of changing jobs.Always reportPlease note that it is necessary to
4. cases requiring special attention when renewing visas after changing jobs
- If there is a significant drop in income
- Changing to less specialized, simple labor.
- Cases in which you apply for visa renewal immediately after joining the company
- Cases where the company has not yet joined social insurance
- If you have changed jobs many times
- If the tenure is extremely short
In these cases, you may be asked to submit additional materials or explanatory statements.
5. is it okay if I change jobs to a position different from my previous one?
The Technical/Humanities/International Services visa is based on the premise that the applicant has "a professional occupation that is relevant to his/her educational and professional background.
Therefore, changing jobs to a position or industry that is completely different from the previous one will be judged with caution.
Points to be looked at in the screening process:
- Is it relevant to your educational or professional background?
- Is the job description clearly explained?
- Whether the work requires Japanese language skills and expertise
Example:
Graduated from a design university → Worked at a design firm → New job was "accountant
→ Detailed explanations and supporting documentation are required in these cases.
Measures:
Prepare a detailed "Statement of Work" and clearly state the relevance of the work.
∙ Supplement consistency of skills with a resume or curriculum vitae
6. expert advice
The keys to renewing a Technical/Humanities/International Services Visa are "continuity of work," "stability of life in Japan," and "clarity of contract".
If you have any concerns at all, we recommend that you consult with a specialist before proceeding with your preparations.
For example, Ms. A, who changed her job to a completely different field from her previous one, was approved for renewal without any problem after explaining in detail that the nature of her work was related to her educational background.
7. contact us for a consultation
If you have any concerns about renewing your visa after changing jobs, please feel free to contact us.
Our firm offers advice tailored to each individual's situation.
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Horiuchi Gyoseishoshi Lawyer Office (Shinjuku, Tokyo)
Attn: Gyoseishoshi Scrivener Yukiko Horiuchi
Affiliation: Tokyo Gyoseishoshi Lawyers Association, Shinjuku Branch
Tokyo Immigration and Residency Management Bureau, Application Agency Gyoseishoshi Scrivener
Member of Foreign Employment Support Organization (FESO)
Member of AIL (Alien Visa Experts Network)
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5-minute walk from Higashi Shinjuku Station on the Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line
8-minute walk from Shin-Okubo Station on the JR Yamanote Line
12-minute walk from Okubo Station on the JR Chuo and Sobu Lines
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