For Nikkei 3sei Long-Term Resident visa applications, it is not enough to simply state Japanese ancestry. The family relationship from Japanese grandparents to the parent and the applicant must be proven with consistent official documents such as koseki, birth certificates, marriage certificates and translations.
This article explains how foreign workers and employers in Japan can prepare for the transition from Specified Skilled Worker No. 1 to SSW No. 2, including eligible fields, exams, work experience, employer compliance and family accompaniment.
Japan’s Specified Skilled Worker system continues to change in 2026. This article explains the latest practical updates, including current and future fields, SSW No. 2, food service COE suspension, employer compliance, RSO support, notifications and filing checks.
Naturalization is not simply an immigration procedure. It means becoming a Japanese citizen and gaining the right to participate in Japanese society, including voting and civic responsibility. This article explains the legal and social meaning of naturalization in Japan.
Japan has enacted an amended Immigration Act raising statutory caps on immigration application fees. Reported draft figures suggest ¥10,000 to ¥75,000 for change of status or extension of period of stay, depending on the permitted period, and ¥200,000 for permanent residence. The actual fees will be finalized by Cabinet Order and may change after public comment or government review.