Visa Application
Explains the requirements, required documents and procedures for statuses of residence such as work visas, Business Manager visas and spouse visas.
Intra-Company Transferee Visa Application Support | Requirements, Process and Our FeesNew!!
For those transferring from an overseas head office to a Japanese corporation/branch and the receiving companies. Information on the requirements, required documents, bringing family and our support for the Intra-company Transferee visa (expatriate visa).
What Is the Startup Visa? | Up to 2 Years to Prepare a Business and Changing to the Business Manager VisaNew!!
An administrative scrivener explains the startup visa (program to promote entrepreneurial activities by foreign nationals) for preparing a business in Japan, the application process, the preparation period of up to 2 years, and the new standards when changing to the Business Manager visa.
Setting Up a Branch/Subsidiary of a Foreign Company in Japan | Procedures and Registration ProcessNew!!
An administrative scrivener explains how a foreign company sets up a branch and subsidiary in Japan, from the registration process and the affidavit prepared in the home country to notifications under the Foreign Exchange Act and visas for employees sent to Japan.
What Is Permission for Activities Outside Your Status at Amusement Businesses (Pachinko Parlors, etc.)? Dependent Visa Holders Can Work with Individual Permission from October 2026New!!
From October 1, 2026, people with the Dependent status of residence who obtain individual permission for activities outside their status can work part-time up to 28 hours a week at places such as pachinko parlors. We explain who is eligible, the requirements and documents, and that international students are not covered.
How Long Does Immigration Processing Take? [Latest 2026]New!!
Based on the processing times published monthly by the Immigration Services Agency (approvals in August 2026), an administrative scrivener explains the average number of days for the Engineer/Specialist in Humanities, Business Manager, spouse visa, permanent residency and more, cases that tend to take longer, and what to keep in mind while waiting.
What Is the Highly Skilled Professional Visa? Point Calculation and Benefits [2026]New!!
An administrative scrivener clearly explains how points are calculated for the Highly Skilled Professional status, benefits such as a 5-year period of stay and relaxed permanent residency requirements, the application process, and the planned 2026 review of income requirements.
What Is a Family Residence Visa? Requirements and Necessary Documents for Bringing Your Spouse and Children to Japan
We have compiled information on the “Family Stay” status of residence—which allows foreign employees and executives to bring their spouses and children from their home countries to Japan—including who is eligible, the application process, required documents, the 28-hour-per-week work limit, and key points to consider during the screening process.
The Difference Between a Re-entry Permit and a Deemed Re-entry Permit | Things to Keep in Mind When Leaving the Country for More Than a Year
How can I return to Japan under the same status of residence after a temporary departure? We’ve summarized the differences between deemed re-entry permission and re-entry permission, as well as their validity periods, fees, application procedures, and key points to check before leaving the country.
What Is a Certificate of Eligibility (COE)? The Process of Inviting Someone to Japan
The Certificate of Eligibility (COE) is required when bringing foreign employees and their families to Japan from abroad. This article explains why, as a general rule, it is not possible to switch from a “Short-Term Stay” status, as well as who should apply, where to submit the application, the process leading up to entry, the review period, and the three-month validity period.
What Is “Administrative Scrivener Liability Insurance”?
"Administrative Scrivener Liability Insurance" is something you’ll want to check before hiring an administrative scrivener to handle your visa application or company formation. Let’s take a look at the scope of coverage, coverage limits, cases not covered, and key points to consider when choosing an administrative scrivener.