Articles
Practical guides and policy updates on visas, permanent residence and koseki records for foreign residents in Japan — written by a licensed gyoseishoshi.
-
A Foreign Football Player Taxed, Not a “Non-Resident” but a “Resident”
A J-League player was ordered to pay about ¥580 million in additional tax after being treated as a tax resident, not a non-resident. Why tax residence matters.
Read article → -
Amendment Bill of Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act
In March 2024, the Cabinet approved a bill to replace Technical Intern Training and allow PR status to be revoked for deliberate non-payment of taxes.
Read article → -
Excerpts from an official document “About the Permanent Resident Status” (September 2018)
Our translation of excerpts from a 2018 Immigration Bureau document on permanent residence, including local governments' requests for stricter tax checks.
Read article → -
Tokyo Immigration Bureau Matsudo Branch Office expands coverage area
From April 1, 2024, Arakawa, Adachi, Katsushika, and Edogawa wards of Tokyo will be added to the area covered by the Matsudo Branch Office of the Tokyo Immigration Bureau.
Read article → -
Latest Cases of Permission and Denial (ESI Visa Application)
Here are the latest cases of permission and denial of the ESI (Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services) visa application.
Read article → -
New Guidelines for Special Permission to Stay in Japan
In March 2024, the ISA issued new guidelines for Special Permission to Stay, listing positive and negative factors such as protecting children raised in Japan.
Read article → -
You can check online your turn to pick up a new Residence Card at the Tokyo Immigration Bureau’s A counter.
The Tokyo Immigration Bureau provides an online system for checking your turn to pick up a new Residence Card at its A counter.
Read article → -
New Visa for International Remote Workers
The Japanese government plans to release a new visa in March 2024. It will allow "International Remote Workers (Digital Nomad)" to stay in Japan for up to 6 months a year.
Read article → -
Reported: “Permanent Resident (永住者)” holders in Japan who do not pay taxes and insurance premiums may have their permits revoked.
Reported: Permanent residents in Japan who do not pay taxes and insurance premiums may have their permits revoked.
Read article →
Have a question about your own situation?
Our articles cover general rules. For advice on your own situation, a licensed gyoseishoshi can answer your questions in writing or handle your application for you.
Questions about your own situation? Get a written answer from a gyoseishoshi (JPY 13,200, tax incl.) →