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Hiring foreign workers has great advantages in solving labor shortages and promoting the internationalization of companies. However, companies hiring foreign workers for the first time should pay particular attention to two points that differ from hiring Japanese workers: compliance with the Immigration Control Act and strict adherence to the Labor Standards Act...

Introduction: The Light and Shadow of Foreign Employment In Japan, where labor shortages are becoming increasingly serious, hiring foreign personnel is essential for corporate growth. However, there are legal and practical risks involved in hiring non-Japanese employees that are different from those involved in hiring Japanese employees. The work visa system is a...

🔑 1. Introduction: What is the core of the work visa examination? When applying for a work visa (status of residence: "Engineer/Humanities/International Services," etc.), which is necessary to work in Japan, the most important and most likely cause of denial is that "the applicant's educational and professional background" and "the nature of work to be engaged in" are compatible...

  Video Commentary As the number of foreign hires increases, visa (status of residence) procedures are unavoidable. Depending on who is entrusted with this complex and specialized procedure, the speed and success rate of recruitment activities can vary greatly. In conclusion, visa procedures for foreign employees should be handled by a company's residence...

  Video Explanation Hiring foreign personnel is a great opportunity for the growth of a company. However, visa (status of residence) procedures after hiring are complex, and it tends to be a heavy burden for employers to handle by themselves. Therefore, it is best to ask a specialized administrative scrivener for help, but "there are too many...

  Video Explanation: Growing Interest in Hiring Foreign Nationals and a Message to Help Those Concerned for the First Time In recent years, the utilization of foreign human resources is becoming an essential element of corporate growth strategies as the domestic workforce declines. The video explains how to start hiring foreigners and how to get started.

The "Specified Technical Skills" residence status, established in April 2019, is a system that enables the acceptance of foreigners in fields where there is a serious shortage of labor. Registered support agencies play an extremely important role in the smooth operation of this system and in ensuring that foreign nationals with specified skills can live and work in Japan with peace of mind.   Movement...

The employment of specified skilled foreign nationals is a very effective means for companies suffering from labor shortages. However, the procedures for accepting foreign nationals and establishing a support system after employment involve complex knowledge and effort. Therefore, among administrative scriveners, who are professionals in the application for status of residence, further...

In Japan, where labor shortages are becoming increasingly serious, the specified skills program is an important means of securing foreign workers who can be immediately effective in the workforce. However, many companies may be puzzled by the requirements they must meet and the complexity of the procedures. In this column, we will discuss the requirements for companies that are considering accepting foreign nationals with specified skills....