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.
Japan’s immigration fees may increase, but Japan’s current system is different from many other countries because fees for change of status, extension of stay and permanent residence are generally paid when permission is granted, not when the application is filed. This article compares Japan with the U.S., Canada, Australia, Germany and the U.K.
Japan’s Immigration Services Agency is tightening the operation of the Student status of residence for applicants entering Japanese language institutions. Japanese language ability checks and monitoring of part-time work will become more important. This article explains the timing, the difference between A1 and JLPT N1, and practical points for students, schools, and employers.
