Kyoto Visa Application] Keys to Success in Hiring Foreign Nationals: From Pre-Hiring to Post-Hiring and Establishment in the Community

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As Japan's labor shortage worsens, hiring non-Japanese personnel has become an important option for many companies. However, the key to success in hiring non-Japanese workers is not only to secure human resources, but also to create an environment in which they can work and live in Japan with peace of mind.

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Pre-employment: Facilitate residency procedures

The first step in hiring foreigners is,Confirmation and processing of appropriate visa status.".

• Confirmation of status of residenceIf the applicant is already living in Japan, check whether or not the applicant can work under the current status of residence. The type of industry or occupation in which you can work is defined in detail depending on your status of residence.
• Application for Certificate of Eligibility: When inviting personnel from overseas, the company applies for the issuance of a "Certificate of Eligibility" before the prospective employee arrives in Japan. This procedure requires a lot of documents and time, so it should be done systematically.
• Consultation with Experts: If you are worried about the complexity of the procedure, please contact us,paralegal qualified to prepare legal documents on administrative matters, e.g. immigrationIt is also effective to consult with specialists such as Obtaining professional assistance can smooth the process and prevent delays in the hiring schedule.

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After hiring: Detailed support by the company

Even after a successful hiring decision, the company will continue to welcome the newlySupport for foreign employees from many anglesThe following is a list of the most important factors that need to be taken into account when making a purchase.

• Assistance with post-employment procedures: Support for procedures essential to life in Japan, such as registering as a resident, opening a bank account, or signing a cell phone contract, is extremely important. Since most of the procedures are carried out in Japanese, assistance in the form of interpretation or accompaniment is appreciated.
• Support for living environment: Finding housing is one of the biggest hurdles for foreigners. Since some landlords cannot find a guarantor or are reluctant to move in with a foreigner, companies can help their employees feel secure by supporting housing contracts or providing company housing.
• Facilitate internal communication: Providing training to familiarize foreign employees with Japanese workplace culture and business etiquette, as well as opportunities to interact with Japanese employees, makes it easier for foreign employees to work as part of a team rather than in isolation.

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Community Settlements: Prospects for Sustainable Employment

We do not want foreign employment to end with the mere securing of labor; we want to ensure that they areEstablished as a member of the communityIt is of great benefit to the company to do so.

• Working with Local Communities: Providing opportunities for foreign employees to participate in local events and volunteer activities will help them deepen their connection with the local community.
• Providing opportunities to learn Japanese: Supporting the learning of Japanese for daily life that is not directly related to your work will also help integrate you into the local community. Introducing local Japanese language classes or subsidizing some of the costs may also be a good idea.
• Promoting Cultural Understanding: Providing opportunities for Japanese employees of a company and local residents to learn about the culture of the foreign employee's country of origin helps to deepen mutual understanding and build better relationships without prejudice.

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Hiring foreign nationals is a great opportunity to bring new perspectives and innovation to your company. A consistent perspective, from the pre-employment procedures, to the extensive support after hiring, to the establishment of the foreigner in the local community, will be the key to success in hiring foreigners.

We hope that your company's employment of foreign nationals will be a step toward building a more prosperous future for your company, your foreign employees, and the community as a whole.