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. what documents do I need to renew my visa?
- 4. cases requiring special attention
- 5. expert advice
- 6. is it okay to change jobs to a position different from my previous one?
- 7. contact us for a consultation
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.
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. what documents do I need to renew my visa?
- Certificate of employment (new employer)
- employment contract
- job description
- Company profile (brochure, registry, etc.)
- Taxation certificate and tax payment certificate
- Certificate of resignation from previous employer (may be requested)
- A copy of the resident card
- Resume (to supplement employment history)
4. cases requiring special attention
- 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. 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 jobs to a completely different field from her previous one, was allowed to renew her employment without any problems after explaining in detail that her job duties were related to her educational background. Conversely, Mr. B, whose employment contract was ambiguous, was asked for additional documents, and in one case it took several months for the examination.
6. is it okay to 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
7. contact us for a consultation
If you have any concerns about renewing your visa after changing jobs, please feel free to contact us.
Through a free initial consultation, we offer advice tailored to each individual's situation.
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Horiuchi Gyoseishoshi Lawyer Office (Shinjuku, Tokyo)
Attn: Administrative 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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