Certificate of Eligibility for Japan: COE Procedure, Required Documents and Employer Checklist
A Certificate of Eligibility (COE) is often the first step for entering Japan for work, family reunification, business management, study or Specified Skilled Worker status. This page explains the procedure, required documents, e-COE, processing time, TB screening and practical checks before filing.
Announcement: We Are Now a Registered Support Organization (SSW)
Tommy’s Legal Service is now officially registered as a Registered Support Organization (RSO) for Specified Skilled Worker (SSW). Registration No.: 26登-013083. We provide practical, compliance-focused support in both Japanese and English.
SSW1 to SSW2 in Japan: Roadmap, Requirements, Exams and Employer Checklist
This article explains how foreign workers and employers in Japan can prepare for the transition from Specified Skilled Worker No. 1 to SSW No. 2, including eligible fields, exams, work experience, employer compliance and family accompaniment.
Specified Skilled Worker Japan 2026: Latest Updates, SSW No. 2 and Employer Checklist
Japan’s Specified Skilled Worker system continues to change in 2026. This article explains the latest practical updates, including current and future fields, SSW No. 2, food service COE suspension, employer compliance, RSO support, notifications and filing checks.