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Explore Japan visa types and immigration requirements.

19 visa types · 18 guides · 10 forms

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Short-term travel for tourism, business, or visiting family.
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Employment, business, or professional activities.
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Study in Japan
Education, research, or academic programs.
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Move to Japan
Family reunification, permanent residence, or long-term stay.
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Working Holiday in Japan
Working holiday visa for Japan: eligible countries, age requirements, and combining work with cultural immersion.
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Highly Skilled Professional Visa for Japan
Japan's points-based system for highly skilled professionals: scoring criteria, benefits, and fast-track to PR.
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Permanent Residence in Japan
How to get permanent residence in Japan: requirements, continuous residence, and the application process.
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Start a Business in Japan
Business Manager visa for entrepreneurs: capital requirements, business plan, and setting up a company in Japan.
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19 visa types with step-by-step guides, requirements, and official sources.

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Short-Term Stay Visa
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Work
Highly Skilled Professional
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Work
Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services
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Work
Specified Skilled Worker (i)
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Work
Specified Skilled Worker (ii)
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Work
Intra-company Transferee
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Guides

Planning resources and how-tos for Japan.

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Forms

Official form guidance and document checklists.

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