留学ビザ 就労ビザ 変更 手続き：完全ガイド2025
Changing from a student visa to a work visa is an important procedure required for foreigners studying in Japan when they find employment. In 2025, we will explain in detail the procedure for changing from a student visa to a work visa based on the latest information. It is recommended to understand accurate information and use Check Visa Eligibility to confirm the possibility of changing your status of residence.
Basic Requirements for Changing from a Student Visa to a Work Visa
There are several basic requirements that must be met in order to change from a student visa to a work visa. First, "deciding on a job offer," second, "selecting the appropriate work visa," third, "preparing the necessary documents," and fourth, "implementing the application procedure." By meeting these requirements, it is possible to change from a student visa to a work visa.
Deciding on a Job Offer and Selecting a Work Visa
Once you have decided on a job offer, you need to select the appropriate work visa. Types of work visas include Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services, Business Manager, Specified Skilled Worker, and Highly Skilled Professional. The appropriate work visa differs depending on the job description of the job offer, as well as the applicant's educational background and work experience.
Types of Work Visas that can be Changed
Types of work visas that can be changed include "Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services," "Business Manager," "Specified Skilled Worker," and "Highly Skilled Professional." The work visa after the change is determined by the job description of the job offer, the applicant's educational background, work experience, annual income, etc.
Documents Required to Change from a Student Visa to a Work Visa
Various documents are required to change from a student visa to a work visa. These include "Application for Permission to Change Status of Residence," "Passport," "Residence Card," "Employment Contract," "Graduation Certificate," and "Company's Certificate of Registered Matters."
Documents to be Prepared by the Individual
Documents to be prepared by the individual include the Application for Permission to Change Status of Residence, passport, residence card, photo, questionnaire, graduation certificate, and academic transcript. It is important to prepare these documents perfectly and ensure that there are no deficiencies. In particular, the Application for Permission to Change Status of Residence must be filled out accurately.
Documents to be Prepared by the Company
Documents to be prepared by the company include the employment contract, the company's certificate of registered matters, the company's brochure, and the business plan. These documents need to be prepared by the company and cannot be prepared by the individual. In particular, the employment contract is an important document in the application for a work visa.
Latest Trends and Points to Note Regarding Change Procedures in 2025
In 2025, due to the progress of digitalization, some of the procedures for changing from a student visa to a work visa can now be done online. However, on the other hand, the examination tends to be stricter, and the completeness of the submitted documents is becoming more important.
Changes in Procedures due to Digitalization
In 2025, some procedures can now be done online. In particular, the submission of applications and the confirmation of application status can now be done online. However, for the submission of documents, it is still necessary to submit them by mail or in person.
Stricter Examination and Importance of Application Preparation
In 2025, the examination tends to be stricter, and the completeness of the submitted documents is becoming more important. In particular, the consistency between the job description of the job offer and the applicant's educational background and work experience, and the appropriateness of the employment contract, tend to be examined more strictly. By preparing the documents perfectly, you can increase the success rate of the change.
First, a Free Visa Diagnosis (Eligible Check)
If you are considering changing from a student visa to a work visa, we recommend that you first receive a free visa diagnosis (Eligible Check). Experts will analyze your situation in detail and provide you with accurate change procedures and the possibility of obtaining it.
First, let's check "Can I apply?" with a 30-minute free online consultation.
Regarding visa acquisition and company establishment in Japan, it is a big risk to proceed without knowing "How much will it cost in my case?" and "Do I even meet the requirements in the first place?"
At Mayuha Immigration Lawyer Office, based on over 15 years of experience and over 500 cases, while listening to your situation, we will organize "Realistically available options" and "Approximate costs and duration" in 30 minutes.
- Areas of expertise: Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services, Business Manager, Specified Skilled Worker, Permanent Residence, Naturalization, etc.
- Supported languages: Japanese, English (interpretation arrangements can be consulted for other languages)
- Format: Zoom / Online consultation (available from all over Japan and overseas)
You may be at the stage of "I just want to know if my case can be applied for first." Even if you plan to complete the procedures yourself in the future, we will provide information that will be useful in organizing your policy.
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