Japan Specified Skilled Worker Visa (SSW)for 🇩🇪 Germany citizens travelling to 🇯🇵 Japan

📋Required Documents7

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  Certificate of Eligibility (CoE) issued by the Regional Immigration Services Bureau on behalf of the Japanese school
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  Completed Japan visa application form
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  Employment contract with Japanese employer
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  Japanese Language Proficiency Test results (N4 or higher for SSW1 in most sectors)
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  Passport-size photograph (45×45mm, white background)
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  Specified Skilled Worker skills test results certificate (for the relevant sector)
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  Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity)

ℹ️What to Expect

To apply for a Japan Specified Skilled Worker Visa (SSW), book an appointment at the nearest Japan embassy or visa application centre in your country. Submit the required documents in person or via a designated courier service. Processing takes approximately 60 days. The government fee is JPY 3000.00. Plan well ahead of your intended travel date to allow time for processing and any additional document requests from the consulate. Always verify current requirements at the official government portal before booking travel.