Ohana Japan International

Specified Skilled Worker Program (SSW)

This is a system to accept foreign nationals that have a certain level of expertise and skill and can begin work immediately in response to circumstances of serious labor shortages.

Specified Skilled Worker (i)*

This is a status of residence applicable to foreign nationals who work in jobs that require considerable knowledge of or experience inSpecified Industry Fields

- Period of stay: Renewed annually, every 6 months or every 4 months, for a maximum stay of up to 5 years in total
- Skill Standards: Confi rmed by exams, etc. (those who have successfully completed Technical Intern Training (ii) are exempt from exams, etc.)
- Japanese Language Level: Profi ciency in Japanese language required in daily life and at workplace need to be confi rmed by exams, etc. (those who have successfully completed Technical Intern Training (ii) are exempt from exams, etc.)
- Accompanied by family members: Basically not permitted.
- Eligible for Support by Accepting Organizations or Registered Support Organizations

* The “Specifi ed Skilled Worker” has two types, Specifi ed Skilled Worker (i) and Specifi ed Skilled Worker (ii). Specified Skilled Worker (ii) is a status of residence for foreign nationals engaged in jobs that require proficient skills in Specified Industry Fields.

Overview of Procedure for Accepting Specifi ed Skilled Workers (i)