Japan Immigration Programs
Japan General Business Management Visa
reliable income for retirees
Japan offers world-class healthcare
Program Introduction
Japan’s immigration programs aim to attract global talent with outstanding professional skills and knowledge. These programs are designed for professionals with advanced skills and extensive experience, including:
• Researchers
• Entrepreneurs
• Investors
• Specialists
• Artists
• Athletes
Applicants must pass an evaluation proving that their exceptional skills and experience can contribute to Japan’s economy and society. Once approved, applicants and their families can live and work in Japan, enjoying the same treatment as Japanese nationals.
The immigration programs are divided into four categories. You can choose the most suitable one based on your qualifications:
- Japan General Business Management Visa (Business Category)
- Japan Advanced Professional Management Visa (Business Category)
- Japan Special Highly-Skilled Professionals (J-Skip) Visa (Business Category)
- Japan Future Creation Individual (J-Find) Visa (Talent Category)
Healthcare Services
Japan offers world-class healthcare,
including universal coverage and a large network of hospitals,
ensuring accessible and targeted patient care
Education Standards
Japan boasts one of the highest education
standards in Asia, offering free public education from kindergarten to Grade 9, along with affordable international school options.
Pension System
Japan’s top-tier pension system provides reliable income for retirees, benefiting long-term residents.
Application Requirements
Business Management Visa
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Applicants must possess certain business management skills.
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Establish a company in Japan with capital exceeding 5 million yen (approx. 250,000 RMB).
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Secure stable business premises and maintain legal, continuous operations.
Advanced Professional Business Management Visa
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Applicants must possess certain business management skills.
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Establish a company in Japan with capital exceeding 5 million yen (approx. 250,000 RMB).
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Maintain stable business premises and ensure legal, continuous operations.
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Score 70 points or above in the Highly Skilled Professional assessment.
Special Notes: No age limit, no strict education requirements, no employer sponsorship required, and eligible for a one-time 5-year long-term residence visa.
Special Advanced Professional Business Management Visa
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For those engaged in academic research or specialized technical fields: Master’s degree or above required, with annual income exceeding 20 million yen, or 10+ years work experience with annual income exceeding 20 million yen.
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For business management category: 5+ years work experience required with annual income exceeding 40 million yen (approx. 2 million RMB).
Special Notes: Applicants can directly apply for a 5-year validity Highly Skilled Professional Business Management Visa without going through the points system, and may apply for Japanese permanent residency after 1 year.
Japan J-Find Future Creator Talent Visa
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Applicants must be graduates (including Master’s and PhD) from world top 100 universities.
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The degree must have been obtained within the last 5 years.
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Need to prepare at least 200,000 yen (approx. 10,000 RMB) as living expenses after coming to Japan.
Special Notes: Directly eligible for 2-year long-term residence visa. Eligible schools include Peking University, Tsinghua University, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Fudan University, University of Science and Technology of China, Zhejiang University, Nanjing University, City University of Hong Kong, Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, University of Hong Kong. For schools in other countries, please consult us.
Application Process:
Transfer registered capital of 5 million yen to your company in Japan.
Complete company establishment in Japan and finalize real estate or business project investment.
Prepare personal and company documents
Submit documents to Japan Immigration Bureau.
Obtain 5-year long-term visa as Highly Skilled Professional
Upon arrival in Japan, collect temporary residence card at Japanese customs.
Maintain normal company operations and prepare personal/company documents
Submit permanent residency application.
