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SSW1 to SSW 2
2026年1月15日 / 最終更新日時 : 2026年3月24日 Daisuike Tominaga Visa Information

From SSW1 to SSW2: A Practical Roadmap for Long-Term Retention (SSW2 Does Not Require a Support Plan)

SSW(ii) offers long-term stability and can open a path to family life in Japan. In practice, delays often happen not because of SSW(ii) itself, but because SSW(i) support operations are not well-designed or SSW(ii) requirements are not properly documented. This article clarifies the common misunderstanding—SSW(ii) does not require the SSW(i) support plan—and provides a practical roadmap and checklists for both workers and employers.
Japan Immigration Fee Increases
2026年1月3日 / 最終更新日時 : 2026年3月9日 Daisuike Tominaga Immigration Policy & Legal Updates

Immigration Fee Increases in Japan: Status of Residence Updates and Policy Direction under a Potential Takaichi Administration

apan has already revised immigration application fees in 2025. Further increases may be discussed in the context of stricter immigration management and conservative policy trends, including scenarios often referred to as a “Takaichi administration.” This article explains the potential impact by status of residence.