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Frequently Asked Question
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What is the requirement to obtain Specific Skilled Worker (Tokutei Ginou) visa?
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Essentially there are two requirements:
1. Passing the JLPT N4/JFT A2 exam
2. Passing the Specific Skilled Worker test of the field in which you are applying for. -
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Do i need to notify the Immigration office whenever i quit my job?
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Yes, you need to submit "Contract termination notification" document to the Immigration office.
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Can i apply for Tokutei Ginou visa right after i finished technical intern training without going back to my country first?
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It is possible to change your visa into Tokutei Ginou without having to go back to your country.
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Can I work as a Tokutei Ginou worker in a different field than my past job as a technical training intern?
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it is possible but you will have to pass the field's SSW exam.
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Is it possible to stay in Japan for more than 5 years with Tokutei Ginou visa?
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Tokutei ginou visa has a 5 year limit.
However, it is possible to extend your stay by changing into other visa which has different requirement. -
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Tokutei Ginou (SSW) exam is not available in my country. What should i do?
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Either you come to Japan and take the exam here or take the exam in other country where it's available.
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Do i need to pass JLPT N3 to work as a nurse (caregiver) in Japan?
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JLPT N4 or JFT A2 is the minimum requirement.
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Can i change my job when working as Tokutei Ginou worker?
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Yes. You can even take job in other field if you passed the exam but you will have to update your visa.
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Is there any kind of support on the visa application process?
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Yes we will prepare the paperwork.
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Do i need to go to the Immigration office for the visa application process?
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Yes. However, if you are in Japan the application can be done by our staff but we will need your passport and resident card.
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What kind of documents do i receive from the company when i quit my job?
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Make sure you receive these documents from your company:
① Employment insurance card (雇用保険被保険者証)
② Pension book (年金手帳)
③ Tax witholding slip (源泉徴収票)
④ Resignation letter (離職票) -
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Can i bring my family to live with me in Japan?
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A: Tokutei Ginou (No.1) visa does not allow you to bring your family.
You can bring your family if you upgrade your visa into Nurse visa (Kaigo) or Tokutei Ginou (No.2) visa after you finish the 5 year period.