Japan: General Immigration

Japan's business manager visa requirements have undergone a dramatic transformation since October 2025, raising the bar for foreign entrepreneurs seeking to establish operations in the country. What was once a relatively straightforward process requiring JPY 5 million in capital or two employees now demands JPY 30 million in paid-in capital, specific employee qualifications, Japanese language proficiency, and professional business plan review.

COVID-19パンデミックの大流行は、雇用に基づく永住権（グリーンカード）の申請におけるステータス調整（AOS）の申請者にいまだ影響を与え続け&

Beginning Nov. 8, 2021, the government announced a new system allowing certain travelers to apply for Ministry pre-approval (AMPA) to qualify for reduced quarantine measures.