Visa
Securing permanent residency in Japan requires more than just paying taxes and social insurance. Experts emphasise the importance of reviewing your employment contract, particularly if you are a chef, and the spouse's tax payment history, as even minor discrepancies can derail your application
Life in Japan
Japanese government amended its immigration law in July 2024, imposing stricter requirements for permanent residency, including revoking it for intentional non-payment of taxes or social insurance. These changes take effect within three years.
Life in Japan
This series provides key considerations for applying for a Permanent Residency, or PR, in Japan. In the first article, we covered (1) the basic requirements, (2) the key changes introduced by the 2024 immigration law amendments, and (3) specific guidance for office workers and business owners.
People
*This article was originally published on the website of Posse Nippon, the publisher of Small Business Japan, prior to the launch of Small Business Japan (October 2024). Articles published before September 2024 have been edited and transferred to this site.*
Business in Japan
*This article was originally published on the website of Posse Nippon, the publisher of Small Business Japan, prior to the launch of Small Business Japan (October 2024). Articles published before September 2024 have been edited and transferred to this site.*
Business in Japan
*This article was originally published on the website of Posse Nippon, the publisher of Small Business Japan, prior to the launch of Small Business Japan (October 2024). Articles published before September 2024 have been edited and transferred to this site.*