kanou List of documents required for applying for an Engineer, Specialist in Humanities, or International Services visa and key points for obtaining them
I want to know about the application documents for the “Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services Visa (commonly known as the Engineer/Humanities Visa)”!
This visa is obtained by many foreigners working in Japan, but there are many cases where it is rejected due to insufficient documents or misunderstandings. This article provides a complete explanation of the documents required to apply for a Engineer/Humanities Visa . It covers information that is useful for both company personnel and the foreigners themselves.
目次
- ✅ What is a Technical/Humanities Specialist/International Business Visa?
- 📄 List of documents required for Skilled Worker Visa Application [Updated]
- 🔍 Important points to pass the examination
- 📝 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- 📝 Tips to prevent denial due to incomplete documents
- ✨ Summary: 80% of your success is in preparation
- 💼 Consulting an administrative scrivener is a safe choice
✅ What is a Technical/Humanities Specialist/International Business Visa?
The “Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services Visa” is a residence status for foreigners who wish to work in Japan using their specialized knowledge and skills . Typical occupations include:
- IT Engineer
- Interpretation and Translation
- Accountants and consultants
- Marketing, trade, etc.
📄 List of documents required for Skilled Worker Visa Application [Updated]
Application documents can be broadly divided into “documents prepared by the individual” and “documents prepared by the accepting company.”
1. Documents to be prepared by the applicant
| Document Name | Commentary |
|---|---|
| Application for Certificate of Eligibility | Designated form (1 copy) |
| 1 photo (4cm x 3cm) | Photo taken within the last 6 months, no background, front view |
| Copy of passport | Face photo page etc. |
| Resume (educational history and work history) | Written in Japanese or English |
| Graduation certificate of final education | Original or official copy |
| Transcript of academic records (optional) | To confirm your major (useful for IT jobs, etc.) |
| Resume (only for those with work experience) | Particularly useful for proving job-related connections other than academic background |
2. Documents to be prepared by the company:
| Document Name | Commentary |
|---|---|
| Employment contract or job offer letter | Describes working conditions, job content, salary, etc. |
| Company Profile/Brochure | To confirm company size and business details |
| Certificate of registered matters (certificate of all historical matters) | Issued by the Legal Affairs Bureau within the last 3 months |
| Financial statements for the last one or two periods | To confirm the stability of management |
| Job description (job description) | Documents specifically showing the relevance of your job to your academic background |
3. Documents required for additional job types
[IT engineer]
- System development track record explanation
- Programming Skills Certificate (Optional)
[Translation/Interpretation, International Business]
- Past translation results
- Qualifications to prove language proficiency (TOEIC, JLPT, etc.)
🔍 Important points to pass the examination
1. The most important thing is to match your academic background with your job description
- For “IT engineers” a degree in information engineering
- For “Interpretation/Translation”, language major and experience
There must be a clear connection between your educational background and the job you intend to do.
2. Specificity of job content
It will have a positive effect on your review if you provide specific details such as “translating and checking English contracts” or “overseas procurement negotiations and contract procedures” rather than abstract content (e.g. general administrative work) .
3. Company structure and reliability
If the company has just been established or is in the red, the focus of the review will be on the company’s reliability as an employer . It is a good idea to submit supplementary documents such as a company profile, business plan, and office photos.
📝 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. Can I get a Skilled Worker Visa even if I don’t have an academic background?
In principle, you need to have a university degree or more or 10 years of work experience . If you don’t have an academic background, the key is to be able to prove it with experience.
Q. Can I apply even if I have received a job offer?
Yes. If you have an employment contract or a letter of employment offer, you can apply . However, you should be aware of the actual start date of your employment and the validity period of your residence status.
Q.What documents should the company prepare?
The main documents required are an employment contract, company overview document, certificate of registered matters, and financial statements. Small and medium-sized businesses may also want to attach brochures to increase their credibility.
📝 Tips to prevent denial due to incomplete documents
- Don’t forget to translate your documents into Japanese (especially your graduation certificate)
- Submitted documents are unified with the latest and official documents
- Logically describe the connection between the job content and the applicant’s skills
✨ Summary: 80% of your success is in preparation
When applying for an Engineer, Specialist in Humanities, or International Services visa, the important thing is to ensure that your job type matches your academic and career history, and that your company is trustworthy . If your documents are complete, the review period can be shortened and you can smoothly obtain your status of residence .
💼 Consulting an administrative scrivener is a safe choice
“The documents are difficult” or “I’m worried about my first application” – in such cases, the quickest and most reliable way is to consult with an administrative scrivener who specializes in visas . Avoid the risk of denial with a professional check.
 “Article supervision” Kano Administrative Scrivener Office Operation HP: Visa Application Support Navi https://visasupportnavi.net/ Representative Specific administrative scrivener ：Hiroyuki Kano “Educational background” Completed the first semester of the doctoral program majoring in public law, Graduate School of Law, Doshisha University (Master’s degree (Law)) Graduated from Meiji University School of Law “Qualification” Administrative scrivener (specific note), TOEIC 805 points “Specialization” Immigration, visa application, status of residence, permanent residence, naturalization, foreign affairs, international public law |
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