Visa Guides & Articles
Free step-by-step guides for Japan visa applications. Select a guide below.
How to Change Your Visa Status in Japan (2025 Guide)
日本での在留資格変更方法（2025年版ガイド）
Step-by-step guide to changing your visa status in Japan. Student to work visa, dependent to work, and other common changes. Required documents and processing times.
Read guide →How to Renew Your Work Visa in Japan (2025 Guide)
日本の就労ビザ更新方法（2025年版ガイド）
Step-by-step guide to renewing your work visa (period of stay extension) in Japan. Required documents, processing times, fees, and tips for a smooth renewal.
Read guide →Japan Business Manager Visa Guide (2025)
経営・管理ビザ申請ガイド（2025年版）
Complete guide to Japan's Business Manager visa. Requirements for starting a business, capital requirements, office space, application process, and renewal.
Read guide →Japan Certificate of Eligibility (COE) Guide (2025)
在留資格認定証明書（COE）申請ガイド（2025年版）
Complete guide to Japan's Certificate of Eligibility. What it is, who needs it, required documents, processing time, and how to use it for your visa application.
Read guide →Japan Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services Visa Guide (2025)
技術・人文知識・国際業務ビザ申請ガイド（2025年版）
Complete guide to Japan's most common work visa — Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services (技人国). Eligibility, required documents, job categories, and application process.
Read guide →Japan Highly Skilled Professional Visa Guide (2025)
高度専門職ビザ申請ガイド（2025年版）
Complete guide to Japan's Highly Skilled Professional visa. Points calculation, eligibility, benefits, fast-track to permanent residency, and application process.
Read guide →Japan Medical Stay Visa Guide (2025)
日本の医療滞在ビザガイド（2025年版）
Guide to Japan's medical stay visa for foreign patients seeking medical treatment. Eligibility, required documents, duration, and how to apply.
Read guide →Japan Permanent Residency: Complete Application Guide (2025)
日本の永住許可申請：完全ガイド（2025年版）
Everything you need to know about applying for permanent residency in Japan. 5 application routes, required documents, eligibility criteria, and processing times.
Read guide →Japan Short-Term Stay Visa Guide (2025)
日本の短期滞在ビザガイド（2025年版）
Complete guide to Japan's short-term stay visa. Visa-exempt countries, required documents, application process for tourism, business, and family visits.
Read guide →Japan Specified Skilled Worker Visa Guide (2025)
特定技能ビザ申請ガイド（2025年版）
Complete guide to Japan's Specified Skilled Worker visa (SSW/特定技能). Type 1 vs Type 2, eligible industries, skills tests, required documents, and application process.
Read guide →Japan Spouse & Family Visa Guide (2025)
日本の配偶者・家族ビザガイド（2025年版）
Complete guide to Japan's spouse and family visas. Requirements for Spouse of Japanese National, Spouse of Permanent Resident, and Dependent visas.
Read guide →Japan Student Visa Application Guide (2025)
日本の留学ビザ申請ガイド（2025年版）
Complete guide to applying for a student visa in Japan. Eligibility, required documents, Certificate of Eligibility, processing times, and how to extend your stay.
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