Statuses of Residence with No Work Restrictions in Japan: Part-Time Work, Side Jobs, and 4 Settlement-Based Categories
Permanent Resident, Spouse or Child of Japanese National, Spouse or Child of Permanent Resident, and Long-Term Resident are generally understood as statuses of residence without job-type restrictions in Japan. However, part-time work, side jobs, and hiring decisions still require careful checks of the residence card, employment rules, tax, social insurance, and other legal requirements.
Specified Residence Card from June 2026: What Changes When Japan’s Residence Card and My Number Card Are Integrated?
Japan’s Specified Residence Card is expected to start in June 2026. This updated guide explains online application limitations, longer issuance timing, My Number validity during special periods, and practical points for foreign residents and employers.