Key Points
- Japan added nine additional industries to the qualification list for the Specified Skilled Worker visa
Overview
The government of Japan added additional industries to the qualification list for the Specified Skilled Worker visa. These nine new industries include aviation, agriculture, technology manufacturing, food and beverage, food services, hospitality, building cleaning, fishing, and the auto industries.
What are the Changes?
The government of Japan will expand the list of occupations listed under the Specified Skilled Worker visa. According to the government, adding these new industries will help address industry-specific labor shortages nationwide.
Looking Ahead
The proposed expansion of industries will go under review before coming into effect by early fall 2023. Continue to check the government of Japan’s website for the latest updates and information.
Written by: Jessie Butchley, Global Immigration Writer, Envoy Global
Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Japan
