TOKUTEI GINOU
Tokutei Ginou (Specified Skilled Worker) Visa Support (Type 1 & 2)
Support for transferring to and renewing Tokutei Ginou Type 1 and Type 2 status, plus family sponsorship procedures for Type 2 holders. Free initial consultation.
- Free first consultation
- Nationwide support
- Family sponsorship for Type 2 holders
- Reapplication after refusal
Reach us by phone, LINE, or Messenger for a quick consultation.
TYPE 1 & 2
Transferring to Tokutei Ginou Type 1 & 2
Tokutei Ginou is a residence status for work in industries facing serious labor shortages, such as caregiving, food service, construction, and agriculture. Type 1 and Type 2 differ in requirements and benefits.
Tokutei Ginou Type 1
- Maximum total period of stay of 5 years
- Spouse and children cannot be sponsored
- The accepting organization must implement a support plan
- Requires transition from Technical Intern Training (Type 2/3), or passing the skills and Japanese language tests for the designated field
Tokutei Ginou Type 2
- No limit on the number of renewals — long-term residence is possible
- Spouse and children may be sponsored if requirements are met
- Requires passing a more advanced skills test for the Type-2-eligible field
- Opens a path toward permanent residency in the future
FAMILY
Family Sponsorship Requirements (Tokutei Ginou 2)
Holders of Tokutei Ginou Type 2 status may sponsor their spouse and children to come to Japan (Certificate of Eligibility application for family stay), provided they meet the requirements. This is a major difference from Type 1.
First-time entry for family members — campaign price ¥44,000
Pay in full after approval — no upfront retainer required.
See campaign details →PRICE & PROCESS
Estimated Fees and Our Process
Estimated fees
- Certificate of Eligibility application (sponsoring from overseas)From ¥165,000
- Change of status application (in Japan, e.g. from Technical Intern Training)From ¥110,000
- Renewal of period of stay applicationFrom ¥55,000
- Family stay, first entry (Tokutei Ginou 2) — campaign price¥44,000
Prices shown are minimum estimates. We will provide a formal quotation after a free consultation. View the full fee schedule →
From your first enquiry to approval
- 01
Enquiry
Contact us by form, phone or Messenger. The form is open 24 hours a day.
- 02
Free consultation and assessment
We listen to your situation and tell you the likelihood of approval and the documents required. Online meetings are available.
- 03
Quotation and engagement
We present a quotation stating the fee. You pay the initial fee only once you are satisfied.
- 04
Preparation and filing
We gather the documents and file with immigration as an authorized filing agent. You do not need to attend in person.
- 05
Receiving the result
We keep you informed of progress, respond to any requests for further evidence, and guide you through collecting your residence card.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Q.Can I switch from Technical Intern Training to Tokutei Ginou Type 1?
Yes, if you have satisfactorily completed Technical Intern Training Type 2 or 3, or have passed the skills and Japanese language tests required for the designated field. We will confirm the specific requirements for your field.
Q.Can Tokutei Ginou Type 2 holders sponsor family members?
Yes. Unlike Type 1, which does not allow family sponsorship, Type 2 lets you sponsor your spouse and children if requirements are met. We also offer a ¥44,000 campaign price for family members entering Japan for the first time.
Q.Is there a limit on the period of stay for Tokutei Ginou Type 1?
Yes. The total period of stay under Type 1 is capped at 5 years. If you wish to stay longer, we can help you consider switching to Type 2 or another status once you meet the requirements.
Q.Can I reapply if my application was refused once?
Yes. We confirm the reason for the refusal, analyze what was lacking — such as your skills/Japanese test results or the content of the support plan — and support you in reapplying after making improvements. We welcome consultations for cases you handled yourself, or that were previously handled by another office.
Reference: Immigration Services Agency of Japan: Specified Skilled Worker (official Immigration Services Agency of Japan website)
CONTACT
Have a visa question? Talk to us first.
Your first consultation is free, and we accept cases from anywhere in Japan. If you are not confident in Japanese, we can assist you in English or Vietnamese.
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