I don't see any previous threads on applying for permanent residency, I have some questions and it might be useful to post some info.
The process seems straightforward, I've always done the paperwork for work visa myself and my case is pretty simple: 20 years residence with stable employment in tech, no legal problems. Would an immigration lawyer be of any use?
There doesn't seem to be any requirement for supporting documentation, eg work history. I can get a letter showing my current employment and copies of old contracts, tax receipts, pension payments. Surely extra documents can't hurt, any thoughts?
Does the guarantor have to provide any supporting documents? It just seems they just have to sign a form (in blood).
http://www.immi-moj.go.jp/english/tetuduki/zairyuu/eizyuu.html
http://www.immi-moj.go.jp/english/tetuduki/kanri/shyorui/05.html
The process seems straightforward, I've always done the paperwork for work visa myself and my case is pretty simple: 20 years residence with stable employment in tech, no legal problems. Would an immigration lawyer be of any use?
There doesn't seem to be any requirement for supporting documentation, eg work history. I can get a letter showing my current employment and copies of old contracts, tax receipts, pension payments. Surely extra documents can't hurt, any thoughts?
Does the guarantor have to provide any supporting documents? It just seems they just have to sign a form (in blood).
http://www.immi-moj.go.jp/english/tetuduki/zairyuu/eizyuu.html
http://www.immi-moj.go.jp/english/tetuduki/kanri/shyorui/05.html
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