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2026年5月18日 / 最終更新日時 : 2026年6月2日 Daisuike Tominaga Status of Residence / Immigration System

Is It True That Art School Graduates Can Get Permanent Residence in Japan After One Year?

Japan’s Highly Skilled Professional points system may shorten the residence-period requirement for permanent residence to one or three years in certain cases. However, permanent residence is not automatic. Income, taxes, pension, health insurance, employer information, job duties and residence history are also reviewed.

2026年3月23日 / 最終更新日時 : 2026年5月18日 Daisuike Tominaga Permanent Residence

The Acknowledgment Form Now Required for Permanent Residence Applications in Japan

This article explains the Acknowledgment Form required for Permanent Residence applications in Japan, including what changes must be reported during the review period.

2026年2月8日 / 最終更新日時 : 2026年5月7日 Daisuike Tominaga Permanent Residence

Permanent Residence & Naturalization in Japan: Why taxes and social insurance matter more than ever (toward April 2027 implementation)

Japan is preparing new operational guidelines toward April 2027, including clearer PR requirements and additional cancellation grounds related to “public dues” (taxes/social insurance). This article explains what to check now and how to fix arrears safely.