VISA NAVIGATION
旅を、始めよう。
See where you stand. Then take the next step.
Rules last verified: July 1, 2026
Choose your goal.
There are three main application routes. Pick the one closest to your situation and start the assessment.
IPermanent ResidencyPERMANENT RESIDENCE
Spouse, long-term resident, or work-based status
Three standard routes
IIHighly-Skilled PointsHIGHLY SKILLED PROFESSIONALTurn education, experience, income and age into points, and see where you stand against the 70 / 80-point thresholds.
Points calculation
IIIRenewal / Status ChangeRENEWAL & CHANGERenewals and status changes for work visas such as Gijinkoku and Business Manager — organize document readiness and risks.
Renewal / Change