Overview
A status of residence required for working in Japan. The type of status varies depending on the job category and the nature of the work.
Main Categories
Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services (EHI)
→ White-collar professional positions
Specified Skilled Worker (Type 1 & Type 2)
→ Designated industries such as caregiving, food service, manufacturing, etc.
Business Manager
→ For company founders and business executives
Key Examination Points
- Whether the job duties match the appropriate status of residence
- Stability of the company (financial condition, actual business operations)
- Consistency between the foreign national’s academic background / work experience and the job duties
Common Reasons for Denial
- Job duties are vague or unclear
- Weak or insufficient company business operations
- Salary level is too low
What an Administrative Scrivener Can Do
- Organize and define job responsibilities
- Prepare and arrange company-side documents
- Conduct a preliminary assessment of potential risk factors for denial