The government is aiming to raise fees to match those charged by Western nations in fiscal 2026 amid an increase in the number of foreign residents.

Japan’s government has announced plans to increase fees for visas and residential status starting in fiscal 2026.

Japan is set to significantly hike residency renewal fees to around 30,000 yen from 2026, a five-fold increase. This move aims to cover escalating administrative costs driven by a surge in foreign ...

The proposal is in line with fees in some Western nations and aims to boost revenue, but it could squeeze firms who can’t find local workers.

This April 25, 2020 photo taken from a Mainichi Shimbun helicopter shows Tokyo Skytree, left, with Mount Fuji in the background. (Mainichi) TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Japan will substantially hike visa issuance ...

The Japanese government also stated that artisans and other blue-collar workers from Nigeria who are ready to upskill will also benefit from the special dispensation visa to work in Japan. The ...

The new pricing structure is aimed at bringing Japan’s visa fees closer to those in Western countries.

Overseas Job Opportunities: Countries including Japan, Germany, Italy, and New Zealand are facing severe shortages of skilled workers, prompting governments to open their doors to foreign talent with ...