Conditions and procedures for changing from highly-skilled personnel to permanent residence

Benefits of changing to a permanent visa

Many foreigners residing in Japan will want to obtain a permanent resident visa for Japan in the future.
However, if you do not know exactly what benefits you will get if you actually get a permanent resident visa, you may be in trouble after you get it.
If you want to get it, you want to get it after understanding it correctly.

If you first obtain a permanent resident visa, you will receive the following four benefits.

1. XNUMX. XNUMX.There is no limit to the period of stay (there is a period of residence card)
2. XNUMX. XNUMX.There are no restrictions on activity content
3. XNUMX. XNUMX.It will be easier to make various loans
4. XNUMX.There are no restrictions on spouse's employment (after acquiring a permanent resident's spouse, etc.)

I will explain each in detail.

XNUMX. XNUMX.There are no restrictions on the period of stay

The most typical benefits of obtaining a permanent resident visa are:Freed from applying for extension of period of stayIt is that.

Each status of residence has a fixed period of stay, and you need to apply for renewal to stay in Japan beyond that period.
Since a large amount of documents are required when applying, many people may find it troublesome.
Obtaining a permanent resident visa frees you from such procedures.

However, the period of stay is unlimited,Residence cards have a validity period of 7 years.Therefore, an update procedure is required for this.
Don't forget to do it.

XNUMX. XNUMX.There are no restrictions on activity content

Each status of residence has a set activity, so if you do not engage in that activity for a certain period of time, your status of residence may be revoked.
For example, if you have a work-related qualification, even if you quit your job, you must find a job that allows you to do the work specified in your status of residence.
If your spouse's status of residence is more severe, if you divorce or bereavement, you will have to remarriage or change to another status of residence before returning to Japan.

When you get a permanent residence visa, these things happen.No restrictions on activitiesTherefore, you can change jobs without worrying about the job content, and your permanent residence visa will not be canceled even if you divorce.
The range of activities in Japan will be greatly expanded.

XNUMX. XNUMX.You will be able to make various loans

If you have a permanent resident visa,Improved social credibilityTo do.

Generally, it is not easy for foreign nationals to get a loan when they try to get a loan when buying a house or car in Japan.
This is due to the anxiety of not knowing when they will leave Japan, as visas can be renewed every few years.
Therefore, when examining a loan, foreigners other than permanent residents are often excluded from the examination.

Obtaining a permanent resident visa also proves that you have lived in Japan for a long time, which makes it easier to gain credit and make it easier for you to be trusted when applying for housing or car loans.

XNUMX.There are no restrictions on spouse's employment

The spouse of a permanent resident visa will no longer be subject to any work restrictions.

For example, if you are a highly specialized profession, you can only get four types of work: "research," "education," "technology, humanities, international work," and "entertainment (entertainment activities other than theater and other activities)."

After obtaining a permanent residence visa,Permanent resident spouseBecause it is of the form,No longer subject to any work restrictions.
Therefore, you are free to start your own business.

Conditions for changing from a highly specialized profession to permanent residence

Now that you know the benefits of getting a permanent resident visa, I will explain what conditions you need to meet in order to change from a highly specialized profession to permanent residence.

To change to a permanent resident visa, please meet the following conditions.

1. XNUMX. XNUMX.Being good
2. XNUMX. XNUMX.Making an independent livelihood
3. XNUMX. XNUMX.To benefit Japan

I will explain each in detail.

XNUMX. XNUMX.Being good

Good behavior means observing the laws of Japan and living a life that is not socially criticized as a resident in daily life.

Specifically, the following actions are NG.

• ● Have been sentenced to imprisonment, imprisonment, or fines for violating Japanese laws and regulations.
• ● Protective measures under the Juvenile Law are ongoing
• ● In the case of repeated illegal acts or acts that disturb the morals in daily life or social life, and it is not recognized as good behavior

Among these, especiallyImprisonment,imprisonment,fineIf a person is punished for a crime, his or her behavior will not be recognized as good.
However, even if there is a criminal record,If you live a good life for the next 10 years, you may be granted permanent residence..

Keep in mind that even if your behavior was not good in the past, it does not mean that you will not be granted permanent residence forever.

XNUMX. XNUMX.Making an independent livelihood

An independent living means the things you need to do in your daily life while living in Japan.public burdenIt will not become a problem in the future based on the assets and skills you have.stable lifeThis refers to a situation in which the following conditions can be expected.

Public burden refers to public assistance such as welfare.
For example, foreigners who are receiving welfare at the time of application are not eligible because even if they obtain a permanent residence visa, there is a high possibility that they will become a public burden in the future.

Also, a stable life in the future means whether or not income is generated stably and continuously.
In this case, the applicant is not necessarily the target, and if there is a spouse, it can be considered on a household basis (excluding family stays).
Therefore, even if the applicant's own income is not stable, it may be judged that he / she can earn a living if the spouse or relatives of the same household have income.

XNUMX. XNUMX.To benefit Japan

Even if you hear that it will be in the interests of Japan, many people will not come to the point.
Profit here means the following.

1. (A) Continue to stay in Japan for a certain period of time or longer
2. (B) Do not break under punishment and fulfill public obligations
3. (C) Have the longest status of residence
4. (D) There is no risk of harm from the viewpoint of public health.

It may seem difficult, but most of the items can be cleared when viewed individually.

In the case of (a), advanced foreign human resources with 70 or more advanced human resources points must stay in Japan for "3 years or more", and 80 points or more for "1 year or more".
For other statuses of residence, in principle, a stay of "10 years or more" is required.
In the case of (a), if you comply with the tax payment obligation, the payment obligation of public pensions and insurance premiums, and the various notification obligations stipulated by the Immigration Control and Refuge Law, you will be satisfied naturally.
In the case of (c), it is a condition that you are given a period of stay of 5 years, which is the longest period of stay, but if you have a highly professional visa, you can clear it naturally. no problem.
In the case of (d), it can be cleared as long as you do not have any infectious disease or drug addiction.

If you live seriously without causing an incident, all the requirements are naturally satisfied.

Documents for changing from a highly specialized profession to permanent residence

What kind of documents are required when changing from a highly specialized profession to permanent residence?

Generally, the documents required to apply for a permanent resident visa differ depending on your status of residence.
Therefore, the review period varies, and the standard time it takes is approximatelyAbout 4 month is required.
Please note that it may take longer in some cases.

First of all, you will need the following basic documents:

1. ● Permanent residence permit application
2. ● Guarantee (Japanese version)/(English version)
3. ● Photo (if applicant is over 16 years old)
4. ● Residence card *Show at the counter
5. ● Passport *Show at the counter
6. ● Identification card, etc. (if an application intermediary is acting on your behalf)

There are some documents to show at the counter, so be sure to bring them as a set when you apply.
Once you have prepared all the basic documents, you will need to prepare different documents depending on the number of points you have for highly-skilled professionals.

▼ Documents to prove that highly skilled human resources have 70 points or more

If you have 70 or more points as a highly skilled professional, you will be classified into "highly skilled professional" and "other status of residence."

■ For highly skilled professionals

First of all, if you are a highly skilled professional, you will need the following documents in addition to the basic documents.

• ● Reason book (statement of the reason for requiring permanent residence)
• ● Resident's card for the whole family including the applicant
• ● Materials certifying the applicant's occupation
• ● Documents certifying the income and tax payment status of applicants and their dependents for the past three years
• ● Documents certifying the payment status of the public pension and public medical insurance premiums of the applicant and his / her dependents
• ● Advanced human resources point calculation table
• ● Clarification material regarding point calculation
• ● Materials certifying the applicant's assets
• ● Documents about guarantor and guarantor
• ● Materials certifying contribution to Japan * If available

Please collect the above documents.

■ For other residence statuses

For other residence statuses (highly skilled professional points of 3 or more from 70 years before application), the following documents are required.

• ● Proof documents required when applying for a permanent resident visa from another status of residence
• ● Documents certifying the income and tax payment status of applicants and their dependents for the past three years
• ● Documents certifying the payment status of the public pension and public medical insurance premiums of the applicant and his / her dependents
• ● Advanced human resources point calculation table
• ● Clarification material regarding point calculation

Please collect these documents and apply.

▼ Documents to prove that highly skilled human resources have 80 points or more

What if the number of advanced human resources points is 80 or more?

■ For highly skilled professionals

If your status of residence is a highly specialized profession, you will need the following documents.

• ● Reason book (description of the reason for requiring permanent residence)
• ● Resident's card for the whole family including the applicant
• ● Materials certifying the applicant's occupation
• ● Documents certifying the income and tax payment status of applicants and their dependents for the past three years
• ● Documents certifying the payment status of the public pension and public medical insurance premiums of the applicant and his / her dependents
• ● Advanced human resources point calculation table
• ● Clarification material regarding point calculation
• ● Materials certifying the applicant's assets
• ● Documents about guarantor and guarantor
• ● Materials certifying contribution to Japan * If available

Collect these documents.

■ For other residence statuses

For other residence statuses (highly skilled professional points of 1 or more from 80 years before application), the following documents are required.

• ● Proof documents required when applying for a permanent resident visa from another status of residence
• ● Documents certifying the income and tax payment status of applicants and their dependents for the past three years
• ● Documents certifying the payment status of the public pension and public medical insurance premiums of the applicant and his / her dependents
• ● Advanced human resources point calculation table
• ● Clarification material regarding point calculation

Please collect these documents.

If you would like to know more, pleaseThe relevant page of the Immigration Bureau for more information.

Are there any disadvantages to changing from a highly professional visa to a permanent resident visa?

Things to consider when applying for a permanent residence visa:“Will there be any disadvantages as a result of the change?”That's probably what it is.

In conclusion,There are disadvantages.

Highly professional visawas recognized only byYou will no longer receive preferential treatment.
In particular,

• ・ Parents' companion
• ・ Accompanied by a domestic servant

will no longer be recognized.
If you are bringing your family or employees with you when entering Japan, you need to be careful.

Recognize the advantages and disadvantages before applying for a permanent resident visa.

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