When living in Japan, you may encounter various concerns and problems regarding your residence status. We have categorized these issues by topic to help you find the right solution.
Problems Related to the Residence Card (Zairyu Card)
- Fines for Not Carrying Residence Card! Why Copies & Smartphone Photos are Absolutely NG
- Lost or Stolen Residence Card! 4 Risks to Visa Renewal/Change & Reissue Procedures
- Damaged or Washed Residence Card? Don’t Tape It! Reissue Guide
Problems Related to the “Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services” Visa
- How to Write a “Statement of Reason” for a Working Visa: Why Templates are NG & 3 Ironclad Rules
- Working Visa Job Change Manual: The Certificate of Authorized Employment & Illegal Work Traps
- What are the Job Types for a Working Visa? A Comprehensive List of Permitted Professions
- Work Visa Side Jobs: Why Uber & Convenience Stores are Absolutely NG & Permitted Side Jobs
- Gijinkoku Visa Renewal Rejected! Recovery from “Preparation for Departure” and Reapplication
- Certificate of Authorized Employment: Required Documents, Processing Time, and Fees
- Job Change Obligation: How to Submit the “Notification Concerning the Accepting Organization”
- Student to Work Visa Denied! Recovery and Reapplication Guide
- Certificate of Eligibility (COE) Denied! Recovery Strategy to Bring Talent to Japan
Problems Related to “Permission to Engage in Activity Other Than That Permitted”
Problems Related to the Business Manager Visa
- Business Manager Visa: Proving Your 5 Million Yen Capital and Refuting “Show Money” Suspicions
- Business Manager Visa Renewal with a Deficit: Ironclad Rules for a Business Plan to Avoid Denial
- Is a Home Office Acceptable? Property and Office Requirements for a Business Manager Visa
- Getting a Business Manager Visa as Co-Founders: Strict Rules for Investment and Roles