Immigration Officer to Be Involved in Kawaguchi City Consultation Desk: Key Points for Foreign Residents and Employers
Kawaguchi City is reported to be preparing a foreign resident consultation desk involving immigration officers. This article explains what city hall consultation can and cannot do, and what foreign residents, employers, and support organizations should prepare before immigration procedures.
Japan to Strengthen Measures Against Illegal Work: Key Checks for Employers Hiring Foreign Nationals Through SNS or Referrals
Employers hiring foreign nationals in Japan should not rely only on verbal explanations or SNS referrals. Residence card checks, status of residence, permitted work scope, and permission for activities outside the status of residence are essential for reducing illegal work and employer compliance risks.
Why Are Foreign Residents Satisfied with Life in Japan? A Comparison of Living Conditions, Safety, Wages, Prices, and Immigration Rules
Many foreign residents are satisfied with life in Japan, but Japan’s strengths and weaknesses become clearer when compared with Korea, Germany, the United States, Canada, and Australia. This article reviews safety, housing, wages, prices, work culture, social integration, and immigration rules.
91% of Foreign Residents Are Satisfied with Life in Japan: Rising Prices, Low Wages, and Stricter Immigration Rules
According to a recent survey by Japan’s Immigration Services Agency, 91% of foreign residents are satisfied with life in Japan. However, rising prices, low wages, workplace concerns, discrimination, and stricter immigration rules remain key challenges.
Japan’s Proposed Visa and Residence Status Fee Revision｜Permanent Residence Fee of JPY 200,000 and the October 1, 2026 Timing Issue
Japan’s Immigration Services Agency is conducting a public comment procedure on proposed revisions to residence status application fees. The proposal includes a JPY 200,000 fee for permanent residence and new fees for visa renewal and change of status depending on the period of stay. Applications filed before October 1, 2026 may be treated under the current fee rules, but applicants should not rush without checking eligibility and documents.