Visas and documents

A preparation roadmap by purpose, with documents, steps and direct links to the responsible authorities.

3 routes to compareSources checked · 13 Nov 2026

Use the boxes to organise your reading. They do not certify that an application is complete. This page does not upload or store documents.

Work

Official name: Working visa

The activity must match an authorised residence status. The sponsor in Japan normally arranges the COE before the visa.

Documents to organise 7

Valid passport or travel documentCategory application, completed and signed where requiredPhotograph meeting the specifications

Depending on your case and the official checklist

Contract or job offer accepted for the categoryDiplomas, transcripts and qualification recognitionEvidence of experience and professional licensingCertified translations and legalisation/apostille where requested

Route forms and references

Certificate of Eligibility · COE

How to proceed

Choose the category and check the authority/consulate checklist for your place of residence.
Use the official channel linked in the source and keep receipts. Attend interviews or biometrics when requested.
After the decision, check entry conditions, local registration, residence and permitted activities.

Check official requirements ↗ www.mofa.go.jp Check official requirements ↗ www.au.emb-japan.go.jp

Guides to the main routes, not a list of every existing visa. Nationality, residence, age, family and consulate can change the required evidence.

Information for lawful migration. PassyGo does not issue visas or replace individual advice from a qualified professional.