New Regulations for Japan Permanent Residency Applications Now in Effect!

As of December 2024, new policies for Japanese permanent residency applications have been officially implemented. The Immigration Services Agency of Japan has introduced a "Self-Check Sheet for Permanent Residence Permission Applications" and a "Document Submission Checklist" to help applicants verify their eligibility in advance and improve overall application efficiency.

To improve review efficiency, the Immigration Services Agency of Japan has launched two key forms to assist applicants with self-assessment.

Self-Check Sheet for Permanent Residence Permission Applications:

This form lists several key questions, requiring applicants to answer "Yes" or "No," including:

Has the required period of residence been met?

Have taxes, pension contributions, and health insurance premiums been paid in full and on time?

Is the current visa duration "3 years" or "5 years"?

Have there been no penalties for violating Japanese law?

If any answer is "No," the application may be rejected immediately; even if all answers are "Yes," approval is not guaranteed, and a more detailed review will still be conducted.

Document Submission Checklist:

This list outlines all required application materials, such as passport copies, certificates of residence, and tax payment certificates. Applicants with different visa types must prepare different materials. Incomplete documentation may lead to the application being returned.

In recent years, waiting times for Japanese permanent residency applications have increased significantly. Although the official processing time is approximately 4 months, the actual waiting time often exceeds one year.

The introduction of these new regulations aims to reduce "blind applications" from ineligible candidates. Through the self-check sheets, applicants can confirm their eligibility in advance, avoiding unnecessary waste of time and effort. This not only increases the transparency of the application process but also greatly benefits the review efficiency of the Immigration Services Agency. At the same time, all those planning to apply for permanent residency are reminded to pay all fees on time to avoid affecting the review results.

For those planning to apply for permanent residency, the most important step currently is to carefully compare your situation against the requirements of the "Self-Check Sheet," ensure that every condition is met, and properly prepare the relevant materials to avoid delays or rejection due to negligence. After all, the review process for permanent residency is lengthy, and missing details could render a long wait futile.

Japan is favored by many immigrant investors due to its advantages in education, healthcare, environment, welfare, and elderly care. According to the latest data released for October, the total number of permanent residency applications nationwide reached 68,063, with 6,494 new applications accepted in October and a backlog of 61,569. In October, 5,623 cases were reviewed, with 3,538 approved, 1,903 rejected, and 182 cases not passed due to withdrawal or other factors. The approval rate was 62.9%, a significant increase from the previous month.

Specifically by region, the October approval rate for the Tokyo Regional Immigration Bureau was 63.4%, returning to the highest level in the country; Osaka was 56.9%, a decrease from the previous month; and Nagoya was 63.8%, remaining relatively stable.

So, how can one immigrate to Japan quickly? Currently, the Highly Skilled Professional Visa is a convenient pathway for rapid immigration to Japan, offering priority processing with the possibility of applying for permanent residency in as little as one year. Points are awarded based on academic background, work experience, age, annual income, etc., and those who reach 70 points can apply for the visa. Interested investors are welcome to contact Worldway Group for a professional assessment.

In addition, the standard Business Manager Visa is another way to immigrate to Japan. Applicants must have a stable business location in Japan, a registered capital of over 5 million Japanese yen, and an annual income of over 2 million Japanese yen from the Japanese company. The initial visa is valid for one year, after which one can apply for renewal. After five years of renewals, one can apply for naturalization, and after ten years of renewals, one can apply for permanent residency.

Worldway Group, a Top 500 Asian Brand, has focused on investment immigration for over 20 years. As an active promoter of U.S. investment immigration, European investment immigration, and Commonwealth country investment citizenship programs, it effectively facilitates the development of these programs in ways beneficial to investors. For over 20 years, Worldway Group has adhered to the philosophy of "Integrity-based, Customer-first," carefully selecting projects and providing professional services to help tens of thousands of families successfully immigrate overseas through investment. We are your trusted choice for handling Japanese immigration!

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