Immigration Services in Japan | Visa & Status of Residence Support

Tommy’s Legal Service (Gyoseishoshi Administrative Scrivener Office) provides practical support for
Japan immigration procedures, including entry-related matters, status of residence applications,
renewals, changes, and permanent residence.
Please note: in Japan, “visa” is often used casually to mean your legal status, but legally
Visa (査証) and Status of Residence are different concepts.
We help you clarify the correct procedure and prepare documents efficiently and safely.

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For Individuals

Choose the right procedure based on your purpose and current status.

1) Entry / Landing

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  Japan Visa Explained: Visa vs Status of Residence
  
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  Landing Procedures (What happens at entry)
  

2) Staying in Japan

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  Status of Residence & Period of Stay (Basics)
  
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  Status of Residence List
  
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  Immigration Procedures in Japan (Renewal/Change/Permissions)
  

3) Renewal / Change

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  Extension of Period of Stay (Renewal)
  
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  Change of Status of Residence
  
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  Permission to Engage in Other Activities
  
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  Re-entry Permission (including Special Re-entry)
  

4) Settlement

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  Permanent Residence Application
  
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  Naturalization (if applicable)
  

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For Companies (Hiring & Compliance)

Hiring foreign nationals requires more than recruitment. You need consistent documentation,
role alignment, and renewal readiness. We support employers with practical compliance-oriented assistance,
including job description alignment and document preparation.

Before Hiring / COE

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  Certificate of Eligibility (COE)
  
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  Visa vs Status of Residence (Important)
  

Work-Related Statuses

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  Engineer / Specialist in Humanities / International Services
  
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  Specified Skilled Worker (SSW)
  
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  Business Manager
  

Family-Related Statuses

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  Dependent
  
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  Spouse of Japanese National, etc.
  

Ongoing Compliance

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  Notifications (Changes in Employer/Activities, etc.)
  
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  Renewal Checklist (Internal Use)
  

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Key Guides (Start Here)

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  Japan Visa Explained: Visa vs Status of Residence
  
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  Landing Procedures
  
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  Permission to Engage in Other Activities
  
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  Permanent Residence
  

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How We Work

1. Inquiry (current status, purpose, target deadline, and key background)
2. Initial consultation (issue spotting → procedure selection → document list)
3. Quotation (scope, timeline, and submission method)
4. Document preparation (alignment across forms, contracts, job description, evidence)
5. Submission (online / counter / mail, depending on the case)

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FAQ

Q1. I want to “renew my visa.” What does that usually mean?

In many cases, it means an extension of period of stay (renewal) under your status of residence.
A visa and a status of residence are different, so the correct procedure depends on your situation.

Q2. I’m not sure which procedure applies to me.

We can help you clarify the correct procedure based on your current status, purpose (work/family/business), and timing.

Q3. Can you assist in English?

Yes. Please use our English inquiry form. We can also prepare bilingual explanations when needed.

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