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Japan Business Management Visa

In 2006, Japan’s immigration office introduced the Investment and Management Visa to welcome entrepreneurs wishing to establish themselves in Japan. Applicants are required to set up a company in Japan with a minimum capital of 5 million yen, and the company’s scope of business is unrestricted. After establishing the company, the applicant can submit an application for the Investment and Management Visa. The initial visa validity is 1 year, and it can be extended for 1, 3, or 5 years. After 5 years, applicants can apply for Japanese citizenship, and after 10 years, they can apply for permanent residency.

Why Choose Japan Immigration?

Education

Japan has a world-class education system, combining elite education with quality education. Children under 18 enjoy free public education (including textbooks) from kindergarten through high school.

Healthcare and Elderly Care

Japan’s healthcare system has unique advantages in early treatment of tumors, cardiovascular diseases, endocrine diseases, and digestive issues. Technologies like cancer heavy ion treatment, beauty treatments, and longevity health are world-leading.

Welfare

Social welfare expenditures account for 18.6% of GDP. Parents can receive various child-rearing subsidies from the 4th month of pregnancy until the child turns 18.

Living

Japan has a warm climate, fresh air, beautiful scenery, and a clean environment. The urbanization rate is 93%, and the living facilities are well-developed.

Advantages

Legal Work and Residence

Japan’s self-employed visa offers entrepreneurs the opportunity to legally work and live in Japan, allowing them to run their business in a stable environment.

Market Opportunities

As a developed economy, Japan offers rich market opportunities, providing entrepreneurs with ample space for development.

Diverse Industries

Japan’s mature economy spans various industries, giving entrepreneurs the freedom to choose the industry that best suits their expertise or interests.

Quality Living Environment

As a highly developed and livable country, Japan offers entrepreneurs a pleasant living environment and convenient public services.

Application Requirements

一、Applicant Conditions

1.Age Requirement: Applicants must be at least 20 years old.

2.Experience Requirement: Applicants must have at least 5 years of managerial experience (department manager or above).

3.Entrepreneurship Requirement: Applicants need to establish a company in Japan with a minimum investment of 5 million yen and a fixed office location.

4.Other Requirements: Applicants must have no criminal record.

二、Spouse/Children Accompanying Conditions

1.The marriage between the applicants and their spouses must be genuine.

2.The principal applicant must have stable accommodation in Japan.

3.The principal applicant must be the legal guardian of their children.

三、Permanent Residency (PR) Requirements in Japan

1.Applicants must have lived in Japan for 3 years with a Japanese spouse or for 10 years in total.

2.Applicants must be 20 years or older (inclusive) and have a Japanese language level of at least N3. No exam is required.

3.Applicants must have good character and no criminal record.

4.Applicants must have a stable income or assets, with a monthly salary recommended to be 300,000 yen (approximately 16,000 RMB).

5.Applicants must have a valid visa status in Japan for at least 3 years.

6.Applicants must have a guarantor who is either a Japanese national or a foreigner with permanent residence in Japan.

四、Conditions for Japanese Citizenship

1.Applicants must have resided in Japan for over 5 consecutive years with no breaks and meet the residence time requirement each year.

2.Applicants must be 20 years or older (inclusive), with a recommended Japanese language proficiency of N3 level. No exam is required.

3.Applicants must have good character and no criminal record.

4.Applicants and their spouse must have sufficient assets and skills to support themselves, with a recommended monthly salary of 400,000 yen (approximately 20,000 RMB).

5.Dual nationality must be avoided, and applicants must renounce their original nationality upon obtaining Japanese citizenship.

6.Illegal Organization Conditions: Applicants must not participate in illegal or anti-social organizations.

KYC Documents & Application Process

KYC Documents

1.
Personal Information
2.
Business Plan
3.
Financial Documents
4.
Company Registration and Legal Documents
5.

Investment Proof
6.
Professional Background and Work Experience Proof
7.

Capital Proof
8.
Japanese Office or Business-related Documents
9.
Tax Documents
10.
Visa Application Form

Application Process

1.

After signing the contract, create a business plan, customize the immigration solution, and collect and prepare personal documents.
2.

Determine the company’s location in Japan and prepare 5 million yen (approximately 260,000 RMB) as registered capital.
3.

Register the Japanese corporation for the applicant.
4.

After registration, integrate documents to apply for the Japan Investment and Management Visa.
5.

After visa approval, arrive in Japan to start the business.

FAQs

ASK

How long does it take to process the Business Manager Visa?

Answer

                                            The processing time is generally 1-3 months, depending on the processing speed of the Japanese Immigration Office and the applicant’s situation. The initial visa validity is 1 year.


                                            Yes, you can apply, as the law does not have strict requirements.

                                            There are no specific residency requirements for applying for the Business Manager Visa. However, if you wish to apply for citizenship or permanent residency, the duration of your stay is an important factor. For citizenship, you must have lived in Japan for at least 5 years, and generally, you cannot leave Japan for more than 3 consecutive months or 150 days in total over a year. For permanent residency, you need to have lived in Japan for at least 10 years and worked or managed a company for 5 years, holding a 3-year or 5-year residency status (which can be extended through the Business Manager Visa).

                                            Yes, you can bring your children. The main applicant with a Business Manager Visa can have their spouse and children under 20 who are economically dependent obtain a Family Stay Visa.
Children can not only attend school in Japan but can also attend public schools for free. Public schools in Japan offer support for children who have no Japanese language skills by providing language training with volunteer teachers for 1-2 hours a day, for about a month. This service is free of charge and can be arranged at the local ward office.}

                                             If medical costs arise, the Japanese government generally covers 70%, and you only need to pay 30% of the medical expenses. Health insurance premiums are based on income, and when you turn 75, you will join the senior citizens’ system, which reimburses 90%.

                                             A Japanese company can engage in a wide range of activities, covering almost all industries.
Investors can add business activities according to their background. For example, a company can simultaneously engage in trade, restaurant business, tourism, real estate, etc. However, if the business involves specific industries, such as real estate agency services, a license must be applied for.
A popular approach now is to buy real estate under the company name and operate the property as a guesthouse. This simultaneously meets the investment property and Japanese identity needs.

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