Visa Name: Japan Highly Skilled Professional Visa (HSP)

Type of Visa: Skilled Worker Visa

Country: Japan

Eligibility Criteria:

• Points-based system based on education, income, experience, and achievements
• Must have a job offer in Japan matching a highly skilled category
• Bachelor’s degree and relevant experience typically required

Application Steps:

1. Employer sponsors application
2. Submit documents to the immigration office in Japan
3. Receive Certificate of Eligibility (CoE)
4. Apply for a visa at the Japanese embassy
5. Wait for approval
6. Travel to Japan

Processing Time: Within 5 – 10 working days

Duration of Stay: 5 years

Cost/Fees: 120,000JPY

Alternative Visa Options:

Japan Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services Visa

Official Link: https://www.mofa.go.jp/j_info/visit/visa/long/visa16.html

Expert Tip:

Higher education and extensive work experience earn extra points and you should aim for at least 70 points.