Japanese Visa Types
Japanese Visa’s
If you are looking to stay in Japan for a period of time (to study or to work) you may be interested in the various types of Japanese Visa’s there are available to you. Although there are many types of visas I will list the more common or sought after ones. More information can be found at the MOFA site
Working Visas
Instructor 3 years or 1 year
Specialist in Humanities / International Services 3 years or 1 year
Entertainer Varies 3 months to 1 year
Investor /Business Manager 3 years or 1 year
Religious Activities 3 years or 1 year
Intracompany Transferee 3 years or 1 year
Artist 3 years or 1 year
General Visas
Cultural Activities 1 year or 6 Months
College Student 2 years or 1 year
Pre-College student 1 year or 6 Months
Trainee 1 year or 6 Months
Dependent Varies 3 months to 3 years
In a nutshell, the Japanese Government wants to avoid people staying in Japan, from becoming a burden on society and the country. When applying for a General Visa you will have to provide proof of support and will need a Sponsor.
For working visas, the company or organization that is sponsoring you must justify why they need you. They will have to submit proof of income and they will become your sponsor.
Again, check out “A Guide to Japanese Visas” put out by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
