For applications for the "Engineer, Specialist in Humanities, International Services" residence status that are submitted on or after Wednesday, April 15, 2026, you will be required to submit additional supplementary documents regarding language proficiency if your affiliated organization (employer) falls under Category 3 or Category 4. We have created a leaflet based on the Immigration Services Agency's website regarding the new requirements. Please review it at your convenience.
https://www.hiecc.or.jp/soudan/upload/file/newinfo/file1_en_1776066871.pdf
If you would like more information about applications for the "Engineer, Specialist in Humanities, International Services" residence status, you can consult directly with officials from the Sapporo Regional Immigration Bureau or a Certified Scrivener at the "Weekend Consultation Session and Immigration Procedures Consultation" or "Free Consultation with a Certified Scrivener" held monthly at our center. Please check our center's website for information on our events.
https://www.hiecc.or.jp/soudan/en/info/index.html?cate=3