A grateful moment during consultation

During the meeting, I asked the client why they decided to contact our office.

The client explained that they had asked ChatGPT about administrative scriveners in Japan who handle visa and COE applications, and that our office appeared among the options.

We are sincerely grateful that the client found us among many professionals and chose to contact our office. It reminded us that the information we publish online may reach someone who truly needs support.

AI search is becoming a new entry point

In the past, people usually found immigration professionals through referrals, Google searches, social media, or official association searches.

Today, some people also ask AI tools such as ChatGPT who they should consult for visa or COE matters in Japan.

For foreign nationals who may face language barriers, AI can be a helpful starting point for organizing information and finding possible professionals to contact. This is also an important change for professionals who provide immigration support.

What matters after being found

Of course, appearing in a ChatGPT response does not mean that ChatGPT or OpenAI officially recommends our office. AI responses should be understood as an entry point for information gathering.

That is why we place great importance on the actual consultation after the client finds us. We review the applicant’s background, planned activities, receiving organization, contractual relationship, supporting documents, and practical immigration examination trends.

We are grateful that AI search helped the client find our office. At the same time, we believe that careful human consultation, document review, and practical judgment remain essential in visa and COE applications.

What we review in artist-related COE applications

The recent consultation concerned a COE application in the field of arts. In such cases, it is not enough to simply state that the applicant wishes to engage in artistic activities in Japan.

It is necessary to review the applicant’s past artistic activities, specific planned activities in Japan, remuneration and contractual structure, the role of the inviting or contracting party, and the activity plan during the stay in Japan.

Clear information matters even more in the age of AI search

This experience was very encouraging for our office.

Website articles, English information, social media posts, and clear explanations during consultation may all help people who are looking for support.

In the age of AI search, professionals need to continue publishing accurate, understandable, and sincere information. It is not enough to simply say, “We can apply.” It is important to explain how we review a case, what documents matter, and what points need careful attention.

Our approach

At Tommy’s Legal Service, we place importance on reviewing immigration matters from four perspectives: the applicant, the receiving organization or employer, the supporting documents, and practical examination trends.

We sincerely appreciate that a client found our office through ChatGPT. We will continue to respond carefully to each consultation and provide practical support based on the facts of each case.

AI can be a useful entry point for finding a professional. However, what matters most in visa and COE applications is careful review, realistic explanation, and professional judgment based on the law and practice.