A practical guide to Japan immigration processing times in 2026, covering COE applications, extensions, changes of status and permanent residence based on the latest data published by the Immigration Services Agency of Japan.
A foreign babysitter cannot automatically work in Japan under the Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services status of residence. This article explains the key immigration risks when the submitted job description and the actual work do not match.
Japan’s visa fees will increase for applications accepted at overseas diplomatic missions on or after July 1, 2026. A single-entry visa will cost approximately ¥15,000 and a multiple-entry visa approximately ¥30,000. A COE application itself has no government fee payable to the Immigration Services Agency, but after receiving a COE, applicants should check visa fees, agency handling fees, translation, courier, travel, and other practical costs.
Japan Pre-Entry Tuberculosis Screening (JPETS) may require certain applicants from target countries to submit a TB Clearance Certificate issued by a designated Panel Clinic when applying for a Certificate of Eligibility or a visa. This article explains target countries, timing, certificate validity, and practical points.
