Specified Skilled Worker system
About the “Specified Skilled Worker” status of residence.
Specified Skilled Worker system
A system for accepting foreign nationals with a certain level of expertise and skills who can contribute immediately in industries facing serious labor shortages.
Feel free to contact us about the Specified Skilled Worker system
052-000-0000
Mon – Fri / 09:00–18:00 (JST)
Advantages
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Directly addresses labor shortages
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No cap on the number of workers (except in some fields)
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Workers have passed skills tests and can contribute immediately
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Workers can enter Japan as soon as their status of residence is granted
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Full-time employment is possible
Disadvantages
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Workers may change jobs, so early departure is possible
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Pay must be equal to or higher than that of Japanese employees
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Support systems for acceptance are still developing
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Specified Skilled Worker (i) is limited to a total of 5 years
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The quality of registered support organizations varies
