Specified Skilled Worker (i) - Required Documents
Specified Skilled Worker (i) is a visa status for foreign nationals engaged in work requiring considerable knowledge or experience in specific industrial fields.
| Category | Specified Skilled Worker (i) | Specified Skilled Worker (ii) |
|---|---|---|
| Period of Stay | Up to 5 years total | No limit (renewable) |
| Family Accompaniment | Generally not permitted | Permitted |
| Skill Level | Considerable knowledge/experience | Proficient skills |
Eligible Fields (16 Fields)
| Field | Japanese Name |
|---|---|
| 1. Nursing Care | 介護 |
| 2. Building Cleaning | ビルクリーニング |
| 3. Industrial Machinery Manufacturing | 工業製品製造業 |
| 4. Construction | 建設 |
| 5. Shipbuilding/Marine Industry | 造船・舶用工業 |
| 6. Automobile Maintenance | 自動車整備 |
| 7. Aviation | 航空 |
| 8. Accommodation | 宿泊 |
| 9. Motor Vehicle Transportation | 自動車運送業 |
| 10. Railway | 鉄道 |
| 11. Agriculture | 農業 |
| 12. Fisheries | 漁業 |
| 13. Food and Beverage Manufacturing | 飲食料品製造業 |
| 14. Food Service | 外食業 |
| 15. Forestry | 林業 |
| 16. Wood Industry | 木材産業 |
Document Structure
Required documents for Specified Skilled Worker visa status are organized into three categories:
- (1) Documents regarding the applicant - Table 1
- (2) Documents regarding the affiliated organization - Table 2-1, Table 2-2, Table 2-3
- (3) Documents regarding the field - Varies by field
Note: Organizations that have already accepted Specified Skilled Workers within the same fiscal year may be eligible to omit certain documents.
Application for Certificate of Eligibility (New)
This application is for those who wish to enter Japan with Specified Skilled Worker (i) status for the first time.
Common Required Documents
| No. | Required Documents | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Application for Certificate of Eligibility | Application (Excel), Sample (PDF) |
| 2 | Photograph - 1 | 4cm (H) x 3cm (W) |
| 3 | Applicant List | Applicant List (Excel) |
Document List/Checklist (Specified Skilled Worker (i))
| Document Type | Download |
|---|---|
| (1) Applicant Documents | Table 1 (Excel) |
| (2-1) Organization Documents | Table 2-1 (Excel) |
| (2-2) Organization Documents | Table 2-2 (Excel) |
| (2-3) Organization Documents | Table 2-3 (Excel) |
Field-Specific Required Documents (Specified Skilled Worker (i))
| Field | Download |
|---|---|
| Nursing Care | Excel |
| Building Cleaning | Excel |
| Industrial Machinery Manufacturing | Excel |
| Construction | Excel |
| Shipbuilding/Marine Industry | Excel |
| Automobile Maintenance | Excel |
| Aviation | Excel |
| Accommodation | Excel |
| Motor Vehicle Transportation | Excel |
| Railway | Excel |
| Agriculture | Excel |
| Fisheries | Excel |
| Food and Beverage Manufacturing | Excel |
| Food Service | Excel |
| Forestry | Excel |
| Wood Industry | Excel |
Application for Change of Status of Residence
This application is for those already residing in Japan with a different visa status who wish to change to Specified Skilled Worker (i).
Common Required Documents
| No. | Required Documents | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Application for Change of Status of Residence | Application (Excel), Sample (PDF) |
| 2 | Photograph - 1 | - |
| 3 | Passport and Residence Card | For presentation |
| 4 | Applicant List | Applicant List (Excel) |
Please refer to the document list/checklist from new applications for other required documents.
Application for Extension of Period of Stay
This application is for those already residing in Japan with Specified Skilled Worker (i) status who wish to extend their period of stay.
Common Required Documents
| No. | Required Documents | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Application for Extension of Period of Stay | - |
| 2 | Photograph - 1 | - |
| 3 | Passport and Residence Card | For presentation |
Please refer to the document list/checklist from new applications for other required documents.
Specified Skilled Worker (ii)
Specified Skilled Worker (ii) requires higher skill levels than (i) and is available in the following fields.
Document List/Checklist (Specified Skilled Worker (ii))
| Document Type | Download |
|---|---|
| (1) Applicant Documents | Table 1 (Excel) |
| (2-1) Organization Documents | Table 2-1 (Excel) |
| (2-2) Organization Documents | Table 2-2 (Excel) |
| (2-3) Organization Documents | Table 2-3 (Excel) |
Various Forms
Please check the page below for various forms related to Specified Skilled Workers:
📋 List of Specified Skilled Worker Application/Notification Forms (Japanese)
Reference Links
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