GuideToJapan

Japan Residence
Visas在留資格・ビザ一覧

A complete breakdown of all 29+ statuses of residence in Japan. Learn requirements, durations, and paths to settlement.

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Your Goal in Japan Status of Residence / Visa to Acquire
Just visiting / holiday / business meeting Temporary Visitor
Learning Japanese or traditional arts Student / Cultural Activities
IT / Engineering / Marketing / Corporate office job Engineer / Specialist in Humanities / International Services (EHI) or Highly Skilled Professional (HSP)
Trade / Blue-collar jobs (Agriculture, Construction, Hospitality) Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) Type 1 or 2
Starting a company or investing in Japan Business Manager
Married to or child of a Japanese citizen Spouse / Child of Japanese National
Working remotely as a nomad Digital Nomad (Designated Activities)
Settling down permanently in Japan Permanent Resident (PR)