Permanent residence application for point system (highly skilled human resources)
Posted: May 2012, 5

My name is Oiki and I am in charge of permanent resident visas.
Although I haven't met the requirements for 10 years since I came to Japan recently,
I calculated the point system and it reaches 70 points, so can I apply for permanent residence?
We will receive an inquiry.
Indeed, if you reach 70 points, you may be recognized as a highly skilled person.
If you are recognized as a highly skilled professional, you will be able to apply for permanent residence for a period of five years.
However, reaching a certain point does not automatically mean that you will be recognized as a highly skilled person.
If you have a work visa, you will need to change it to "Specified Activities."
And, the "5-year period of stay" is "5 years after changing to specified activities", so
For example, your current period of stay is 5 years, so even if you are recognized as a "highly skilled professional" and can change your status of residence to "designated activities,"
You cannot apply for permanent residence there.
However, regarding this system for highly skilled human resources,
There is a possibility that it will change in the future while monitoring the operational status.



