How to Bring Your Parents to Japan for Childcare: Highly Skilled Professional Visa Guide (2024)
How to Bring Your Parents to Japan for Childcare:
Highly Skilled Professional Visa Guide (2024)
Are you a Highly Skilled Professional in Japan looking to bring your parent(s) from your home country to help with childcare? This comprehensive guide covers the requirements and process.
Eligibility to Invite Parents to Japan for Childcare under the Highly Skilled Professional Visa
Q: Can I invite my parent(s) to Japan to care for my child if I am here on a Highly Skilled Professional Visa?
A: Yes, under specific conditions. To sponsor your parents’ stay in Japan for childcare under the Highly Skilled Professional Visa, you must meet the following criteria:
- Your child must be under seven years of age.
- Your household must have an annual income of at least 8 million yen.
- You and your parent(s) must live together.
- Only one set of parents (either your own or your spouse’s) can be invited.
Once these conditions are met, you can apply for a Designated Activities Visa for your parent(s). This visa can be renewed every six months or one year until your child reaches seven years of age.
Bringing Your Parents to Japan: Key Requirements
- Child under the age of seven: Your child must be under seven years old and in need of care for a period longer than three months.
- Annual household income exceeding 8 million yen: Your combined household income, including that of your spouse (if applicable), must be at least 8 million yen.
- Cohabitation: Your parent(s) must live with you and your family while in Japan. Separate living arrangements are not allowed under this visa category.
- Limited to one set of parents: You can only invite one set of parents, either your own or your spouse’s, but not both.
Special Considerations: Housekeeper Option for Childcare
In addition to inviting your parent(s) to Japan, Highly Skilled Professionals are also eligible to bring a housekeeper from their home country or hire one locally in Japan. This option can be explored if your household requires additional support for childcare and household tasks.
How to Apply: Expert Visa Consultancy Services
Continental Immigration specializes in supporting Highly Skilled Professionals with visa applications, including parental invitation services and consultations. We offer tailored solutions to help you successfully navigate the complex visa processes in Japan.
Who Can Apply?
If you hold a standard Work Visa (e.g., Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services Visa) or work as a Professor, you may be eligible to switch to a Highly Skilled Professional Visa. Even if you currently hold permanent residency, you can still transition to the Highly Skilled Professional status to take advantage of the benefits, such as inviting your parents for childcare.
Why Choose Continental Immigration?
At Continental Immigration, we provide top-tier consultancy services for Highly Skilled Professionals looking to optimize their visa status. Whether you need assistance with bringing your parents to Japan or switching your visa type, our legal experts are here to help. We offer:
- Comprehensive visa services: Covering all aspects of Highly Skilled Professional visas, including parental support.
- Financial consulting: Helping you understand and meet income requirements for visa applications.
Our Service Packages
- Parental Invitation Service (One Set of Parents): 150,000 JPY (excluding tax)
- Both Parents Invitation: 150,000 JPY (excluding tax)
Take Action Today!
Need help inviting your parent(s) to Japan to support your family? Contact Continental Immigration for a free consultation and discover the best way to ensure a smooth visa process.
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