What are the visa & residency requirements in Japan?

"It varies on where you are from. If you are from America, you need a spouse visa (married to someone with a visa or a citizenship), working visa, or student visa. For working visa, find a job first and then move to Japan. Your employer will help with the visa process," mentioned another expat when asked about moving to Tokyo, Japan.

"In order to visit Japan, foreign nationals must obtain a visa from a Japanese embassy or consulate prior to their arrival. The process of applying for a visa involves submitting an application form, a valid passport, a passport-sized photograph, and other documents such as proof of financial means and a return ticket. Depending on the purpose of the visit, additional documents may be required. In order to obtain residency in Japan, foreign nationals must apply for a residence card at a local immigration office. The process of applying for residency involves submitting an application form, a valid passport, a passport-sized photograph, and other documents such as proof of financial means, proof of employment, and proof of address. Depending on the purpose of the residency, additional documents may be required," commented one expat who made the move to Japan.

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