Work visa Japan
Announcement: We Are Now a Registered Support Organization (SSW)
Tommy’s Legal Service is now officially registered as a Registered Support Organization (RSO) for Specified Skilled Worker (SSW). Registration No.: 26登-013083. We provide practical, compliance-focused support in both Japanese and English.
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.
Latest Updates on the Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) Visa Program in Japan
Japan’s Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) visa program is undergoing major changes, including industry expansion and the promotion of SSW Type 2. This article explains the latest updates for 2025–2026, key compliance points, and practical insights for employers and foreign workers.
Immigration Visa Support for Foreign Nationals – Office Relocated to Ishikawacho, Yokohama
Tommy’s Legal Service Administrative Scrivener Office supports foreign nationals with visa applications and immigration procedures in Japan. As of May 1, 2025, our office has relocated to Ishikawacho, Yokohama, just a 1-minute walk from JR Ishikawacho Station. We assist with work visas, spouse visas, permanent residency, business manager visas, and naturalization procedures.