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A breakdown of why education plays a key role in Japan work visa assessments — covering degree requirements, major relevance, how the ISA evaluates academic background, and how work experience can compensate for insufficient education, including real-world cases from the IT sector.
A breakdown of the key factors that Japan's Immigration Services Agency (ISA) evaluates during visa screening — including education, work history, income, taxes, pension, and residence history — plus special points for Spouse Visa and Permanent Residence applications.
Learn what the Immigration Services Agency of Japan (出入国在留管理庁) does — from visa screening and residence status management to permanent residency and residence cards. A clear overview of the core agency that handles all immigration administration for foreigners in Japan.
A practical guide to navigating immigration inspection in Japan. From explaining your entry purpose and having accommodation details ready, to carrying your Certificate of Eligibility (COE) and understanding your residence card obligations — key points every long-term resident should know before arriving.
What do people who receive 3-year or 5-year periods of stay in Japan have in common? This guide covers the key factors the Immigration Services Agency evaluates — including stable employment, tax and pension payments, and past visa history.
What determines whether you receive a 1-year, 3-year, or 5-year period of stay in Japan? This guide covers the criteria behind each duration, reasons why you might keep getting 1-year renewals, and what you can do to increase your period of stay.
If you are planning to work, study, marry, or live long-term in Japan, this guide covers everything you need to know — including the concept of Status of Residence (在留資格), how it differs from a visa, and a clear breakdown of the 7 most common statuses.
ID photo specifications are one of the most common mistakes in visa applications. Check the correct size, shooting conditions, and reasons for rejection all in one place.
A comprehensive summary of official fees and administrative scrivener costs for new applications, renewals, and changes of status of residence in Japan.
A summary of the concrete advantages of switching from a work visa to permanent residence, including stability, career freedom, and financial credibility.
A step-by-step guide to obtaining the COE (Certificate of Eligibility) required before working in Japan.
Key reasons why Japanese work visas get rejected and how to avoid rejection.
Address, phone number, and jurisdiction information for the Kobe District Office main office and Himeji Port Branch. A district office under the Osaka Immigration Bureau.
Address, phone number, and jurisdiction information for the Fukuoka Immigration Bureau main office and branch offices (Kitakyushu, Saga, Nagasaki, Tsushima, Kumamoto, Oita, Miyazaki, Kagoshima).
Address, phone number, and jurisdiction information for the Hiroshima Immigration Bureau main office and branch offices (Sakaiminato, Matsue, Okayama, Fukuyama, Shimonoseki, Shunan).
Address, phone number, and jurisdiction information for the Naha District Office main office and branch offices (Miyakojima, Ishigaki Port, Kadena). A district office under the Fukuoka Immigration Bureau.
Address, phone number, and jurisdiction information for the Sapporo Immigration Bureau main office and branch offices (Hakodate, Asahikawa, Kushiro Port, Wakkanai Port, Chitose-Tomakomai).
Address, phone number, and jurisdiction information for the Osaka Immigration Bureau main office and branch offices (Otsu, Kyoto, Maizuru Port, Nara, Wakayama).