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[Must-See for HR and Reception Managers] How to Choose the Right Residence Status for Foreign Human Resources? A Comprehensive Guide to the Differences Between "Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services" and "Specified Skilled Worker (i) & (ii)"
Against the backdrop of a worsening labor shortage, a growing number of companies are getting serious about recruiting and utilizing foreign human resources. When accepting foreign talent, the most important and cautious decision required is "which status of residence (visa) they should be hired and allowed to work under." Representative working-type statuses of residence include "...". -
Japan's Foreigner Policy at a Turning Point: The Future Outlined by "Training and Employment" and "Optimization of Permanent Residency"
Japan's policy on accepting foreign nationals is at a historic turning point. In addition to a fundamental review of the conventional "Technical Intern Training Program" and the creation of a new "Training and Employment" system with the clear objectives of securing and developing human resources, legislative amendments have been advanced to lay the foundation for an inclusive society, such as revising the administration of the permanent residency permit system... -
[Visa Explanation] Points to Note When Applying to Change from "Designated Activities (Job Hunting)" to "Dependent"
An increasing number of people are staying in Japan by obtaining a Designated Activities visa to search for jobs after graduating from a university or vocational school. However, for reasons such as marrying and living with a spouse (someone holding a spouse or working visa, etc.) during their job search, some stop looking for work and change to a Dependent visa... -
Main points of the proposed revision to the permanent residence permission guidelines
On August 4, the Immigration Services Agency released a new draft guideline that includes stricter requirements for granting permanent residence to foreign nationals. Background of the revision and the legal status of "Permanent Residents" The residence status of "Permanent Resident" is the most stable legal status in Japan, with no restrictions on residency activities or the period of stay. ... -
What is appropriate labor management for foreign workers with specified skills? Visualizing contract renewal criteria with performance appraisal forms
In the Specified Skilled Worker system, making the evaluation criteria for contract renewals transparent is essential for companies to build a stable acceptance structure and have foreign workers succeed as long-term assets. The core tool for this is the "performance evaluation sheet." In the contract renewal of Specified Skilled Workers, why... -
[2026 Latest] Stricter Permanent Residency for Foreigners? Explaining Changes to Guidelines, Annual Income, and Pension Requirements
For foreign nationals living in Japan, the status of "permanent resident" is a major milestone in their careers and lives, as it frees them from the hassle of visa renewal procedures and allows them to gain social credibility and easier access to housing loans. However, a turning point in policy is now approaching, significantly raising the requirements for "permanent residency" permission...
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