Many people inquire about their eligibility for the “Highly Skilled Professional” visa status in Japan. This status comes with various benefits, such as 5-year stay, preferential treatment for parents helping with childcare, and possible permanent residency after one year. To qualify, one must score at least 70 points on the Highly Skilled Professional Points Table, considering factors such as education, work experience, salary, 日本語 ability, and others. However, a minimum annual salary of 3 million yen is required.

Employers often handle standard visa procedures but may not assist with the Highly Skilled Professional visa application. Applicants can consult with companies like Continental for support in calculating points and preparing the necessary documentation. Services range from full application assistance to one-time consultations on point calculation and verification methods.

Calculation HSP Points

It is essential to understand the calculation method for the Highly Skilled Professional points. The points are awarded for various factors such as:

Education

Education: Points are based on the highest level of education achieved, including bachelor’s, master’s, MBA, and doctoral degrees (excluding professional degrees like Juris Doctor). Having multiple degrees in different fields may result in extra points.

Work Experience

Work Experience: Relevant work experience in the intended field is considered. Part-time work is excluded. Proof of work experience must be provided with documents such as employment and resignation certificates.

Annual Salary

The expected annual salary for the upcoming year is considered. If the expected salary is less than 3 million yen, the applicant will not be eligible for the Highly Skilled Professional status.

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Age

The applicant’s age at the time of application is considered, with particular attention given to milestone ages such as 30 and 35 years old.

Japanese Language Ability 

Japanese Language Ability: Points are awarded based on the applicant’s proficiency in Japanese, measured by the JLPT N1 or N2 level or the BJT Business Japanese Proficiency Test scores.

Graduated School

Graduated School: Graduates from Japanese universities receive extra points. Additional points are given to those who graduated from specific high-ranking institutions in Japan or abroad.

Professional Certifications

Professional Certifications: Points are awarded for holding IT certifications, foreign lawyer qualifications, international accounting certifications, and actuarial qualifications.

その他

Other factors: Points may be awarded for research papers, investment management work, and the applicant’s affiliated institution’s status.

Continental offers consulting services

Continental offers consulting services for Highly Skilled Professional visa applications, including document preparation and explanations to employers. They provide both full application assistance and one-time consultation services for point calculation and verification methods.

Professional

Masakazu Murai
Immigration consultant, financial advisor
18 years’ experience in Investment Banking at Mitsubishi UFJ Morgan Stanley. He had provided financial advisory more than 500 entrepreneurs and senior management.

During his tenure, he worked as an employee union executive committee member in promoting diversity, including the active participation of foreigners and women in the workplace, and engaged in activities to improve the working environment. He specializes in consulting and financial consulting on the status of residence for foreigners.

Gyoseishoshi Immigration Lawyer
CMA(Japanese financial analyst license)
CFP (Certified Financial Planner)
Master of Business Administration in Entrepreneurship (Hosei Business School)

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