Can I get a work visa if I get a job offer in Japan? Watch out for two pitfalls!

If you get a job in Japan, you'll probably think, "Now I can relax!"
However, the truth is that getting a job offer does not necessarily mean you will be able to get a work visa.
The reality is that even if you receive a job offer, you cannot work unless you receive a visa.

This time, we will introduce two common points to note when applying for a "Technical/Specialist in Humanities/International Services" visa (hereinafter referred to as "Technical/Specialist in Humanities").
Make sure you remember the key points to get your visa smoothly!

■【Pitfall 1: There is no clear relationship between your major and your job】

When changing to a "skilled worker" visa,The relevance of your major (what you have studied) to the work you want to dois emphasized.

Especially for those who have graduated from vocational schools, the relevance between their major and the work content is low, orConsidered as simple workIf so, it may work against you in the review process.

In these cases, the following measures can help:

• In your application documents, clearly explain the relevance of your major to the job description.
• The job description should be clear, concise and accurate.
  　(Examples: "Translation/Interpretation", "System Development", etc.)

■ [Pitfall 2: Excessive or insufficient explanation]

Companies that are not familiar with hiring foreign employees or applying for residence status often make the mistake of providing excessive explanations.

If you are so determined to hire someone that you explain in more detail than necessary, it can actually make it more difficult for the screening process to make a decision.

On the other hand, if you prepare your documents with the careless assumption that "a visa will be granted because there is a need for employment," there is a good chance that the documents you submit will be incomplete or that you will not provide the necessary explanations, resulting in an unfortunate outcome.

If both the employer and the employee do not fully understand the "Skilled Worker" visa system or have concerns, we recommend that they consult with an expert such as an administrative scrivener.
Take this opportunity to thoroughly check the visa application requirements for yourself.

■ Summary

• Just getting a job offer does not guarantee that you will be able to obtain a visa.
• The key is to understand the key points of the review and consult with an expert if necessary.
• To obtain a work visa,Relationship between educational background and job contentAndPreparation in advanceis very important.

In order not to let your job offer go to waste, make sure you start preparing early!

　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　Shi Woo