Murai Administrative Scrivener Office — Consultations on Hiring Foreign Nationals and Work Visas in Chiba and Tokyo
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Hiring Foreign Nationals, Work Visas, Spouse Visas, Status of Residence, and More
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Hiring Foreign Nationals, Work Visas, Spouse Visas, and Obtaining, Changing, and Extending Status of Residence
Companies looking to hire foreign nationals, people who want to work in Japan, those who wish to live in Japan after marrying a Japanese national—concerns about status of residence come in many forms.
Murai Administrative Scrivener Office handles a wide range of matters, from consultations on hiring foreign nationals to obtaining, changing, and extending work visas, spouse visas, and status of residence.
We carefully review each client's situation and guide you through the most suitable procedures.
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Services for Businesses
Support for Hiring Foreign Nationals
When hiring a foreign national, it is important to confirm whether the applicant can work under their current status of residence and whether the planned job duties fall within the scope of activities permitted by that status. Hiring without sufficient confirmation can expose the company to significant risks.
We support companies considering hiring foreign nationals with everything from checking status of residence and explaining the necessary procedures to preparing and filing application documents. We explain things clearly even to companies hiring a foreign national for the first time, helping you create an environment where you can employ foreign nationals with confidence.
Inviting Foreign Talent from Overseas
To bring a foreign national living overseas to Japan for employment, a status of residence that matches the job duties must be obtained.
Various requirements must also be met, including the candidate's education and work history and the business activities of the hiring company.
We support you from selecting the appropriate status of residence to the application procedures, while reviewing the candidate's background and your company's situation.
Companies hiring from overseas for the first time can also consult us with confidence.
Work Visa Support
For foreign nationals to work in Japan, they need a work visa (status of residence) that matches their job duties.
There are many types of work visas, and the status that can be applied for depends on the job duties and the person's education and work history.
We carefully ask about the current situation and future employment plans, and advise on the appropriate status of residence. We provide consistent support from checking the required documents to preparing the application and filing it with the immigration authorities, helping employment start smoothly.
Pre-Hiring Consultations
We also offer advance consultations for companies with questions such as
"Can the foreign national we are considering actually work for us?"
"What procedures are required?"
We review the candidate's status of residence, background, and planned job duties, and clearly explain whether employment is possible and whether any applications are required. To prevent problems and missed procedures after hiring, we recommend consulting us before hiring.
Services for Individuals
Obtaining a Work Visa
To work in Japan, you need a status of residence that permits work matching your job duties. However, there are many types of status of residence, and the status you can apply for depends on your job duties and your education and work history.
Leave everything to us, from selecting the appropriate status of residence to the application procedures, after we review your background and the duties at your prospective employer.
Those working in Japan for the first time and those planning to come from overseas to take up a job can also consult us with confidence.
Application for Change of Status of Residence
Changing jobs, getting a job, or marrying a Japanese national may mean your activities no longer match your current status of residence. In such cases, you need to change to a status of residence suited to your new situation.
We carefully review your current status of residence and your planned activities, determine whether a change application is needed, and support you accordingly.
We explain each step clearly, from guidance on the required documents to preparing the application.
Application for Extension of Period of Stay
Your status of residence has an expiration date, and to continue living or working in Japan you must apply for an extension before it expires. Forgetting to apply for an extension may affect your future stay in Japan.
We review your current residence situation and activities and help you with everything from preparing the documents needed for the extension application to the application procedures.
If your period of stay is ending soon, please consult us with time to spare.
Spouse Visa (Spouse or Child of Japanese National)
We support foreign nationals married to Japanese nationals in obtaining, changing, and extending the status of residence needed to live in Japan as a married couple. In a spouse visa application, it is important to properly explain how your marriage came about and the reality of your life together as a couple.
We listen carefully to both of you and explain the necessary documents and application methods. We also help those who wish to bring a spouse living overseas to Japan.
Application for Permanent Residence
We support people who have lived in Japan for many years in applying for permanent residence. Once you obtain permanent residence, you no longer need to extend your period of stay, allowing you to build a more stable foundation for your life.
Permanent residence has various requirements, such as a certain period of residence, income, and tax payment status. Murai Administrative Scrivener Office reviews your situation and supports you from consulting on whether you are eligible to apply through to the application procedures. If you are hoping to live in Japan for the long term, please feel free to contact us.
For questions about hiring foreign nationals, work visas, spouse visas, and obtaining, changing, or extending status of residence, please also see our Frequently Asked Questions.