Permanent Residency

Introduction For foreign nationals who are working, running a business, or planning to settle long-term in Japan, the period from 2025 to 2026 marks an important turning point in Japan’s immigration system. Some requirements are being tightened, while others are becoming more flexible or more digital. If you rely on outdated information, you may find that your application does not proceed as expected. This article summarises four key developments based on officially announced

For foreign nationals who have been living in Japan for a long time, obtaining permanent residency in Shiga Prefecture is an important step towards securing stability in life, work, and family. However, many are unsure about which documents are required, whether they meet the necessary criteria, and what specific points to watch out for in the Shiga review process. This article aims to clearly explain the required documents and share real-life cases from Shiga Prefecture, fro

Obtaining permanent residency (PR) is a major milestone for many foreign nationals living in Japan long-term. With PR status, you are no longer required to renew your visa and are free from employment restrictions. It also opens up more opportunities—for example, applying for home loans, accessing educational support schemes, and providing greater stability for your family. In regions like Shiga Prefecture and Kyoto City, where the number of foreign residents continues to gro