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Japan’s Employment for Skill Development system takes effect on April 1, 2027. What begins on September 1, 2026 is the pre-implementation application process for plan approval. This guide explains filing timing, supervising and support organizations, A1 Japanese, sending fees, transfers, and the separate COE procedure.
Japan Immigration Processing Times 2026|COE, Extension, Change of Status and Permanent Residence
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.