2026-08-04
Policy & Market
Major changes proposed for Japan permanent residence rules
Japan may revise its permanent residence guidelines as early as October 2026, adding clearer reviews of household income, pension security and national interest.
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2026-08-04
Policy & Market
What the “30-year pension standard” may mean for permanent residence
The reference does not require 30 years of prior payments; it is a benchmark for future pension security and signals greater focus on long-term stability.
2026-08-04
Policy & Market
What 200 more immigration officers signal for residence management
The staffing increase reflects a shift from document checks toward verification of authenticity, consistency and long-term compliance.
2026-07-05
Policy & Market
Immigration and tax data linkage: what long-term residents should know
Greater data sharing means tax, social insurance, residence status and business records must remain consistent.
2026-07-05
Policy & Market
Could Japanese-language and daily-life study become a new requirement?
Authorities are discussing links between language/life-learning programs and permanent residence, long-term stay and naturalization.
2026-06-25
Policy & Market
Japan permanent residence review data — April 2026
New filings continue to outpace completed cases, with a particularly visible backlog in the Tokyo region.
2026-06-12
Policy & Market
Japan may tighten foreign-resident policy again
Proposals could strengthen compliance requirements for permanent residence, Business Manager visas and long-term stay.
2026-04-08
Policy & Market
Japan tightens Intra-company Transferee visa reviews
Reviews are shifting to substance, focusing on overseas employment history, genuine operations and the necessity of the Japan assignment.
2026-04-05
Policy & Market
Will Japanese ability matter more for Engineer/Specialist visas?
Reviews may put more weight on language ability and genuine job duties, making early fit assessment important for candidates and employers.
2026-03-28
Policy & Market
Major proposed changes to Japan naturalization policy
Changes involving residence duration, tax and social insurance review make earlier long-term planning essential.
2026-02-26
Policy & Market
Understanding the February 24, 2026 permanent residence guideline revision
The core time framework remains, while tax, social insurance and maximum-period-of-stay compliance are clarified.
2026-01-08
Policy & Market
Japan visa policy review 2025
Business Manager, Engineer/Specialist, Highly Skilled Professional and permanent residence reviews all moved toward substance-based assessment.