For International Students: Don't miss the April start date! The Importance of Changing Work Visas in a Hurry at the End of the Year

This section explains why international students graduating from Japanese universities and vocational schools should hurry to apply at the end of the year (December to January) for a change of visa status from "College Student" to "Technical/Humanities/International Services" or other work visa in order to ensure their employment from April.

🗓️The schedule at the end and beginning of the year will make the difference in your fate.

Since many companies hold their initiation ceremonies on April 1, foreign students must obtain a status of residence that allows them to work by then. The Immigration Bureau of Japan (Immigration Bureau) usuallyFrom December 1 to the end of Januaryas the recommended timeframe for this change application.

Why are applications concentrated at the end of the year?

1. Avoiding immigration congestion: After February, the Immigration Office is extremely busy with other foreign students and many other applications. The examination period is usually one to two months, but during the busy period it takes even longer, increasing the risk that you will not be able to join the company in time for April.
2. Submission of graduation certificate: At the time of application, you can apply with a "certificate of expected graduation," but the Immigration Bureau will ask you to submit a "certificate of graduation" at a later date. If you complete the application at the end of the year, you can proceed smoothly with the procedures after graduation.
3. Corporate security: The hiring company is also concerned about whether the employee will be able to secure a visa by the deadline. Early application at the end of the year brings peace of mind to both the company and the individual.

Why the support of an administrative lawyer is essential

Especially in the rush request at the end of the year, it is necessary to promptly conduct professional checks on the relevance of the job description of the company offering the position to the individual's major and the maintenance of necessary documents. Our firm can assist you in managing a precise schedule and checking and preparing the necessary documents in time for the final acceptance by the immigration office in order to meet the April start date.

 Notice from the Immigration and Immigration Control Agency
To those who are planning to apply for change of status of residence from "College Student" to "Work".

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