Temporary Visitor’s Visa Scheme : This plan is meant for foreign tourists and business travelers. Japan has "general visa exemption arrangement" with approximately 50 countries. In case, an applicant is a resident of one the listed 50 countries, he only needs an authentic passport to enter Japan. Such an immigrant is considered temporary visitor by the Japanese government and is legally allowed to stay for 90 days only in Japan. Citizens of Austria, Germany, Ireland, Liechtenstein, Mexico, Switzerland or the United Kingdom too can immigrate to Japan with 90 days stay permit. But such citizens have better chances to get their stay span enhanced for up to six months.
All the temporary visitors must remember that they are legally prohibited to indulge in any kind of paid jobs or activities. They can only enroll themselves at Japanese language schools in short term studies. As a matter of safety, foreign tourists are advised to carry their passport wherever they go in Japan.
Worker Visa Scheme : Applicants who want to work in Japan must apply and receive work visa. They must obtain the residence permit and work permit before entering Japan. The immigrant must nominate an occupation in his application. These occupations include business management, engineering, journalism, research, entertainment, arts, international services, education, etc. Status of residence depends on a specific professional field. This means that if an immigrant changes his professional field while in Japan, his status of residence will also get altered. |
