Business Manager Visa- category -

  Video Explanation (English version) Major Revisions 1 Employment of Full-Time Employees The applicant is required to employ one or more full-time employees at the company, etc. operated by the applicant.　(Note) "Full-time employee" includes Japanese nationals, special permanent residents, and foreign nationals residing with the status of residence in Appended Table 2 of the Act ("...

Why don't you realize your business dreams in Kyoto, where beautiful history and innovation coexist? Starting a business in Japan as a foreigner requires many procedures. In particular, the requirements for the "Management/Administration" visa status are strict, and are expected to be further strengthened in the future. In this column, we will discuss how to start a business in Kyoto...

The planned amendment to the Ministerial Ordinance governing the "Business Manager" residence status, expected in mid-October 2025, is highly likely to be a game-changer for foreign nationals aiming to start a business in Japan. The planned amendment to the Ministerial Ordinance governing the "Business Manager" residence status, expected in mid-October 2025, is highly likely to be a game-changer for foreign nationals aiming to start a business in Japan.