Addressing Work Visa Denials: Steps to Recovery for “Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services” Visa Applications
Addressing Work Visa Denials: Steps to Recovery for “Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services” Visa Applications
What to Do When a Work Visa is Denied?
A denial of a work visa, particularly the “Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services” category, poses significant challenges for companies looking to hire foreign talent. To proceed, employers must assess the cause of denial and evaluate the feasibility of a reapplication. Below, we outline a structured approach to understanding reasons for denial, key reapplication criteria, and alternative solutions.
Step 1: Clarifying the Reason for Denial
Following a visa denial, applicants or employers receive a notification without detailed reasoning. Therefore, they must visit the immigration office to discuss the rejection specifics with an immigration officer. This in-person meeting, limited to one instance, is essential for understanding whether a reapplication is viable and which documents may need improvement.
Step 2: Evaluating the Path to Reapplication
After identifying the denial reason, companies should consider reapplication strategies. Four common reasons for visa denial include insufficient explanation of the job role, inadequate documentation, the applicant’s poor legal record in Japan, or non-compliance with visa requirements. Each case necessitates different actions, such as adding clearer role descriptions, improving supporting documents, or, in cases of prior legal issues, reapplying after the candidate has left Japan.
Step 3: Preparing and Submitting a Stronger Application
If reapplication is possible, it’s critical to ensure consistency in documentation to avoid suspicion of false claims. For applicants with expired visas, immigration may grant up to 31 days for departure preparation. Should reapplication be feasible, it’s advisable to make improvements promptly to avoid lengthy delays.
Continental’s Visa Reapplication Support Services
Continental provides tailored support for reapplying work visas, including denial analysis, document preparation, and consultation to improve approval odds. The service includes application advisory and review, assistance with immigration interviews, and if necessary, creating business plans and rapid-response applications for pending expiration cases.
In navigating Japan’s complex visa system, precise documentation and expert guidance can significantly increase the likelihood of a successful reapplication, helping businesses achieve their hiring goals with fewer disruptions.
Criteria：
Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services VISA
Transferee VISA
Highly Skilled Professional VISA
Professional
Masakazu Murai
Immigration consultant, Financial advisor
He has 18 years experience in Investment Banking at Mitsubishi UFJ Morgan Stanley. He had provided financial advisory more than 500 entrepreneurs and senior management.
He currently supports many foreign entrepreneurs in Japan, taking advantage of the experience of an investment banker. He is the best expert of Business VISA in Japan.
Gyoseishoshi Immigration Lawyer
CMA(Japanese financial analyst license)
CFP (Certified Financial Planner)
MBA in Entrepreneurship
