1. 2022 Business Manager Visa for Immigrants to Japan
Therefore, it is usually necessary to have a hosting organization in Japan when applying for any type of work visa or non-work activity visa - most often the work visa application employer, a company the applicant wishes to operate in Japan, or an educational institution applying for a student visa. The exceptions are special work visa categories, such as jizhe visas (in cases where the applicant intends to work as a jizhe in Japan on behalf of a foreign media organization) and artist visas (for activities usually more than other roles), which are special categories that do not require a visa sponsor. This host organization is often referred to as the "visa sponsor" and it is necessary to secure this visa sponsor before applying for a visa.
Similarly, when applying for a family-related visa based on a relationship with a person residing in Japan (e.g., when applying for a spouse visa for an applicant who is married to a Japanese national), an inviting person/family member identified as being in Japan (usually the Japanese spouse applying for a spouse visa) is required. The inviter/family member must provide various documents and information related to his/her employment, income and taxes in order to apply for a family-related visa.
In addition to this general requirement, there are more detailed requirements for each visa category. Below is a general description of the key requirements for each of the most common visa categories. Please note, however, that specifics may vary for each situation.
In order to obtain a Business Manager visa, the key requirements are:
Registering a company and investing at least 5,000,000 yen into the company (which can later be used for the company's business activities such as supplying costs, payment of salaries and office rent, etc.), or having already established a qualifying company for the above investment requirements.
Hold a rank executive position in your Japanese company (i.e. usually this means that you should be the registered representative of your Japanese company) and do not perform any simple labor work, such as cleaning, cooking, serving tables, etc. For medium and large companies, this visa is granted to those who hold executive positions or managerial positions.
Have physically dedicated office space (separated by a door and wall) for the sole use of your business/company, which is contracted for commercial use and is capable of accommodating at least 2 people (or the number of people expected to work) in the business). Arrangements where you are allocated a dedicated desk and virtual address in a room shared with others*** will not qualify. We recommend that the term of the contract is at least one year, and that if the company is formed, the contract should be in the name of your company (if the other party does not allow you to enter into the contract in the name of the company prior to the actual incorporation, you may enter into the contract) initially in the name of an individual, but after the completion of the incorporation, the contract is changed to the name of the company).
Proof that the applicant has the skills to run a business based on education and/or work experience
In order to prove how the investment funds were obtained (e.g., if the investment funds came from your savings, etc., from your income, you will need to provide a letter of proof of salary from a previous organization or a copy of your tax return, etc.)
It is highly recommended that the applicant provide a letter from an overseas group company or a Japanese client/company stating that the investment funds were obtained. Japanese client/company letter stating the specific project and/or contract terms they plan to work with your Japanese business (or at least provide a letter stating they intend to work with you your Japanese business)
Receive a monthly salary of at least ￥200,000 - ￥250,000 from the Japanese company after obtaining your visa (or slightly more depending on the size of your family)
Develop a Appropriate business plan detailing the activity and its feasibility, as well as financial projections of at least ￥10 million in sales and ￥5 million in expenses per year (excluding the salary of the Business Manager visa applicant)
Plans for hiring local employees to perform all manual/simple labor work such as cleaning, cooking, serving tables, etc. (in the case of hospitality/accommodation/catering) or administrative/secretarial work that requires Japanese language Administrative/secretarial work that requires Japanese language skills
Additionally, in order to be able to successfully maintain/renew a visa, the immigration office will take into consideration the size of the business, which means that ideally your company should generate at least 10 million yen in sales and spend approximately 5 million yen in expenses (not including the investor's yearly income from his/her position as a representative). Immigration is usually very understanding in the first few years, so even if the company doesn't specify these numbers in the first few years, it's usually OK, but if the business is too small, you may end up with problems extending your visa. Typically, a business of this scope usually requires the involvement of one or more full or part-time employees, but the employment itself is not actually required
Generally speaking, when obtaining this visa as a relatively new and/or small business, the first visa granted is usually a one-year visa. In order to be able to successfully maintain/renew the visa, the Department of Immigration will take into account the size of the business, which will depend on factors such as the company's income, expenses and number of employees.
2. How does life change after immigrating to Japan?
I. Improvement of maternity and child welfare
"Fewer children" Japan, having a child is a welfare
In Japan, a child can get 420,000 yen as soon as he or she is born. The money is what determines whether the child is born healthy or not. The government provides a monthly allowance for children from 0 to 15 years old as follows:
0-3 years old: 15,000 yen per person
Three years old to the end of elementary school: 10,000 yen for the first child, 10,000 yen for the second child, and 15,000 yen for the third child (or more).
Elementary school graduation to 15 years old: all 10,000 yen.
All medical expenses for children under 6 years of age are covered by the local government, with the exact percentage varying by region.
There are also subsidies for children from single-parent families. For those under 18 years old, the monthly subsidy is 42,330 yen for one child, 52,330 yen for two children, 58,330 yen for three children, and 6,000 yen for more than three (heterogeneous) children. It can be said that there is no need to worry about financial problems.
In addition, if the family income is low, school-age children can apply for school grants and living allowances, so most of the school fees can be subsidized. Special support allowance is also available for children with disabilities. Ordinary disabled children receive 33,800 yen per month and severely disabled children receive 50,750 yen per month. In general, children living in Japan do not have to worry about not having enough money for school or doctor's appointments.
Note: Maternity benefits in Japan are available to foreigners who live in Japan (with a fixed or permanent residence visa) and are enrolled in health insurance.
Second, foreigners in Japan can enjoy the benefits of local residents
Japan also has a "low-income" benefit.
Residents over the age of 20, including foreigners in Japan, are entitled to life insurance if their income is below the basic subsistence level (equivalent to the domestic minimum insurance system). The amount of money varies from place to place. It is about 150,000 yen a month for one person, and the local government rents housing for these low-income groups, with the rent coming from the government, of course.
Note: Foreign residents are eligible, but foreigners need permanent residence.
Third, foreigners in Japan can enjoy the benefits of local residents
The humanization of details is good welfare
Japanese society has a very detailed policy for the disabled. Special living facilities for the disabled can be found everywhere in Japan to facilitate their activities. For all types of disabled people, different special classes will be set up, and ordinary people will be the same as studying or employment. It can be said that most of these Japanese disabled people can utilize their abilities and live a dignified life like ordinary people. There is no need to worry about others looking at them differently.