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Immigration Lawyer- Actis Group, 福岡市中央区大手門2-1-16 Otemon2116 4F, Fukuoka-shi (2026)

10/08/2026

𝐒𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐚 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐚
Submitted in late June, approved today with ZERO additional document requests! ✅

When the client first came to our office for a consultation, we were initially discussing a Business Manager Visa.

However, after thoroughly reviewing their entire file, we realized something crucial: What the applicant had actually been doing for years was artistic work, and their income came directly from that field.

🎨 Step 1 isn't "how to write the explanation"—it's "choosing the right visa category."

Forcing a Business Manager Visa means every year you must prove that your company is operational, has an office, a business plan, and revenue. But if your actual work is creative creation, all it takes is one question from the immigration officer—“What is the actual nature of your activities?”—for the entire argument to fall apart.

🔜 We recommended switching to an "Artist" Visa.

📝 The Statement of Reason was meticulously refined to thoroughly address every core question:

How did you support yourself in the past?

Where does your current income come from?

What are your plans for the next three years?

Why an Artist Visa instead of a Business Manager Visa?

By addressing potential doubts clearly from the start, there was no need for additional documents later.

✅ Submitted in late June, approved today with ZERO additional document requests!

(Note: Every case is unique. Results vary based on individual circumstances and do not guarantee a 100% approval rate for all applicants.)

📩 Need visa consultation or assistance? Feel free to send ACTIS a direct message!

07/08/2026

📢 𝐆𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐓 𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐓𝐎𝐊𝐔𝐓𝐄𝐈 𝐆𝐈𝐍𝐎 𝟐 𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐊𝐄𝐑𝐒: 𝐉𝐀𝐏𝐀𝐍𝐄𝐒𝐄 𝐆𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐍𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐒 𝐓𝐎 𝐄𝐗𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐃 𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐀 𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐎𝐃 𝐓𝐎 "𝟓 𝐘𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐒"!

The Japanese government has recently unveiled a new draft amendment to add a 5-year period of stay for the Specified Skilled Worker No. 2 (Tokutei Gino 2 / 特定技能2号) visa starting in January 2027.

This is truly a very positive step forward!

🔥 MAJOR ADVANTAGES OF THIS CHANGE:

🔹 For Workers: Significantly reduces the stress and frequency of going through visa renewal procedures. Crucially, a 5-year visa is also a mandatory requirement if you plan to apply for Permanent Residency down the road.

🔹 For Companies: Makes it much easier to plan long-term retention and workforce management.

⚠️ IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS:

It’s reasonable to assume that the criteria for granting a 5-year visa will be considerably stricter than for 1–3 year visas. Specific requirements are still under consideration by Japanese authorities, but they will likely depend on two major factors:

1️⃣ Individual: A clean employment history and full, timely payment of taxes and social insurance.

2️⃣ Company: Financial stability and the ability to guarantee long-term employment.

💡 What this means: Even if you work hard, if your employer's business performance declines, you might still only receive a shorter-term visa. Hopefully, the Immigration Services Agency (Nyukan) will issue clear, concrete guidelines soon so businesses can prepare in advance.

🗓 EXPECTED IMPLEMENTATION: January 2027

07/08/2026

3 Reasons for Permanent Residency Revocation in Japan!
The Immigration Services Agency recently released a new draft guideline regarding the revocation of Permanent Resident status.
Here are three main reasons you should definitely know about.
#定住 #ビザ

06/08/2026

𝐀𝐥𝐥 𝟒 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐚!
Applied on June 19th ➔ Results in today with ZERO requests for additional documents 😭

Here is a real success story of a Business Manager Visa approval in Fukuoka! 📫

Business Manager Visa + Dependent Visas for the spouse and two children—submitted on June 19th, and today EVERYONE WAS APPROVED with ABSOLUTELY ZERO additional documents required ‼️

What most business owners fear the most is this: The initial review for a Business Manager Visa taking half a year, being chased by Immigration midway for extra documents, leaving the family's visas hanging in limbo... So how did this specific case pass smoothly in just 41 days?

✅ The Reason Letter proactively "plugged the gaps" for the examiner’s questions:
The physical existence of the business, the source of funds, and business sustainability were all proactively clarified in the Reason Letter. We answered what the examiner wanted to ask before they even asked, so naturally, no request for additional documents was issued.

✅ Cross-checking the entire document package:
Application forms, financial statements, corporate registry, and business plans—all figures and descriptions were fully aligned. The moment documents "contradict" one another, it marks the beginning of requests for extra paperwork or even outright rejection.

✅ Simultaneous family application with linked documentation:
The main applicant's business status directly determines the dependent visas. The proof of financial support and business documents were designed as an integrated package, leading to a one-time pass for all four members!

Getting a Business Manager Visa has never been about "the more documents you pile up, the better." It’s about making Immigration understand everything in one glance without needing to ask further questions.

(Of course, every case is unique, and results may vary depending on individual circumstances~)

Are you currently preparing your Business Manager Visa? How long has it been since you submitted without any news? Leave a comment or send us a private message to discuss your situation 👇

05/08/2026

📢 3 REASONS FOR REVOCATION OF PERMANENT RESIDENCY

Could not carrying your Residence Card with you really result in losing your Permanent Residency? 😱

The Immigration Services Agency (Nyukan) has recently released a draft guideline on the revocation of Permanent Residence status.

Here is a quick summary of the 3 main groups of reasons that could lead to your Permanent Residency being revoked that everyone should pay close attention to:

🔴 1. Intentional Non-Payment of Taxes and Public Charges

Types of taxes/fees include: Income tax, residential tax, corporate tax, health insurance premiums, national pension (nenkin), etc.

Revocation cases: Knowing your obligation but intentionally evading/delinquent on payments without a valid reason, prolonged delinquency, subject to compulsory tax collection, or tax evasion leading to criminal charges/hiding assets.

Note: If there are unavoidable circumstances (illness, natural disasters, unemployment, etc.) and you are applying for payment deferral or installments under local government guidance, you will not fall under this revocation category.

🟡 2. Violation of Obligations Under the Immigration Control Act

Failing to renew/extend your Residence Card on time, or refusing to carry or present your card when requested by officials.

Severe offenses: Forging cards, using fake cards, lending/using cards under someone else's name, etc.

Note: Violations due to natural disasters or illness (with a valid reason) will not result in revocation.

🔵 3. Commission of Specific Criminal Offenses

Being sentenced to imprisonment (including suspended sentences) for intentional crimes such as: Theft, fraud, extortion, intentional injury/homicide, severe traffic violations (dangerous driving causing injury or death), etc.

If deemed to have a tendency to repeat offenses, your Permanent Residency will be revoked.

⚠️ Enforcement Mechanism & Status Change:

Local governments and tax authorities may report relevant information to the Immigration Services Agency. Immigration will investigate the facts before the Minister of Justice makes the final decision.

Note: For minor infractions or cases that do not warrant immediate deportation or total revocation, Immigration may downgrade your status from "Permanent Resident" to another visa category (such as "Long-Term Resident") to continue monitoring you during future visa renewals.

🔜 The new regulations on revoking Permanent Residency primarily target intentional wrongdoing, such as criminal acts, fraud, tax evasion, etc. Unintentional mistakes, unavoidable situations, or clear efforts to rectify the situation will be carefully considered by Immigration and handled leniently or exempted from penalties.

04/08/2026

📢 𝐆𝐔𝐈𝐃𝐄 𝐓𝐎 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝟒 𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐀 𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐄𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐂𝐇𝐈𝐋𝐃𝐑𝐄𝐍 𝐎𝐅 𝐉𝐀𝐏𝐀𝐍 𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒 (永住者) 🇯🇵👶

Many families living in Japan who hold or are applying for Permanent Residency often wonder: "What visa will my child get, and how should we apply?"

In reality, your child's status of residence depends heavily on when and where they were born. Here is a clear breakdown of the 4 specific cases to help you prepare the right documents! 👇

📌 4 Specific Visa Cases for Your Child:
🔹 1. Child born BEFORE parents obtained Permanent Residency
Scenario: The child was born while the parents held a Working Visa, Dependent Visa, etc., and the parents later successfully upgraded to Permanent Residency.
👉 Child's Visa: The child will transition to a Long-Term Resident Visa (定住者 - Teijuusha).

🔹 2. Child born in Japan AFTER parents got Permanent Residency (Missed 30-day window or didn't apply for PR)
Scenario: Parents already have Permanent Residency, the child was born in Japan, but the family did not apply for PR or missed the 30-day deadline after birth.
👉 Child's Visa: The child will apply for a Spouse or Child of Permanent Resident Visa (永住者の配偶者等).

🔹 3. Child born OVERSEAS AFTER parents got Permanent Residency
Scenario: Parents already have Permanent Residency but gave birth abroad, and now want to bring the child to live with them in Japan.
👉 Child's Visa: Parents will apply for a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) under the Long-Term Resident Visa (定住者 - Teijuusha).

🔹 4. Child born in Japan AFTER parents got Permanent Residency (Submitted within 30 days)
Scenario: Parents already have Permanent Residency, the child was born in Japan, and the application is submitted within 30 days of birth.
👉 Child's Visa: The child can directly receive Permanent Residency (永住者 - Eijuusha) right from the start! ✨

⚠️ CRUCIAL NOTE FOR EXPECTING PARENTS:
The 30-day post-birth deadline in Japan is the "golden window." Submitting within this timeframe allows your newborn to get Permanent Residency directly without going through intermediate visa steps. We strongly recommend getting all required paperwork ready before the baby arrives so you don't miss out!

✍️ Each scenario requires a slightly different set of documents and explanation letters. If you're unsure about your family's specific situation or need help preparing the paperwork:

💬 Send us a direct message for detailed advice and support! ❤️

03/08/2026

𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐬 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐋𝐨𝐧𝐠-𝐓𝐞𝐫𝐦 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐚
(Divorce-Based 離婚定住) Right Before Expiration – No Mutual Children, Freelance Income🔜 3-Year Visa‼️

• No mutual children (lacking a key compassionate factor during visa evaluation).

• Irregular income: The client operates as a sole proprietor (個人事業主), rather than a full-time company employee (Seishain) with a fixed monthly salary.

• Extremely tight deadline: The application was submitted right before the current residence status expired.

Result: A 3-year visa that exceeded all expectations!

Inbox Actis now for personalized visa support and consultation!

31/07/2026

📊 𝐔𝐥𝐭𝐫𝐚-𝐅𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐚 𝐑𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐚𝐥
Case Summary: Submitted on July 15 ➔ Approved on July 28 ⁉️
Unbelievably fast Business Manager visa renewal!

📝 Case Details
Visa Type: Business Manager Visa Renewal (Fukuoka)
Processing Time: Approved in just 13 days
Result: 100% No additional documents required throughout the review process

Common Reality: Most business owners experience anxiety and sleepless nights when visa renewal season approaches:
- Does the financial statement look good enough?
- Will Immigration keep questioning our revenue?
- Will we suddenly receive a request for additional documents and get delayed for months?

💡 Secrets to Ultra-Fast Approval Without Additional Documents
1. Pre-application "Health Check" for Financial Statements
Before submission, all indicators regarding sales, profit, and asset status are thoroughly reviewed. We check whether executive compensation is reasonable and if there are excessive debt risks. All potential issues are addressed before submission, rather than passively waiting for Immigration to ask.

2. Using the Statement of Reason to "Pre-answer" Immigration
Proactively clarify points that immigration officers are most likely to question right inside the Statement of Reason, creating a watertight logical loop. When the reviewer has no remaining doubts, there is naturally no need to issue a request for additional documents.

3. Cross-Checking the Entire Application Package
Every single document—the Application Form, Certificate of Company Registration, Financial Statements, and Business Plan—is cross-checked line by line for numbers and content consistency. Discrepancies between documents are the primary reason for additional document requests and cause many applications to be delayed or rejected.

⏱️ No Additional Documents = Saving Much More Than Just "Time"
Every request for additional documents can delay your application by 1–3 months, completely disrupting your business momentum. The extra effort and meticulous preparation in the early stages pay off with rapid processing speed from Immigration.

(Note: Processing speed varies depending on the regional immigration bureau and individual case details. The result above is achieved through thorough preparation and serves as a reference only).

📲 Is your Business Manager Visa expiring soon, or are you unsure about your company's financial statements?

Leave a comment or send us a direct message for a consultation and a proactive risk assessment of your application!

29/07/2026

[JULY 2026 UPDATE] JAPAN PLANS TO TIGHTEN PERMANENT RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS: IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW!

According to the latest press reports, the Immigration Services Agency (Nyukan) is finalizing a draft revision of the Permanent Residency Guidelines. Although this is currently based on media reports and no official document has been issued yet, a stricter policy is almost certain.

Here is a summary of the 3 biggest changes along with detailed breakdowns to help everyone stay informed:

29/07/2026

🚨 𝐉𝐀𝐏𝐀𝐍 𝐓𝐎 𝐓𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐄𝐍 𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐘 𝐑𝐄𝐐𝐔𝐈𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒: 𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐄𝐀𝐒 𝐃𝐄𝐏𝐄𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒 𝐓𝐎 𝐁𝐄 𝐈𝐍𝐂𝐋𝐔𝐃𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍 𝐅𝐀𝐌𝐈𝐋𝐘 𝐒𝐈𝐙𝐄

Following yesterday’s news, Immigration (Nyukan) has introduced more key adjustments regarding how household size and combined household income are calculated in its revised guidelines for Permanent Residency.

📌 Key updates to keep in mind:

1️⃣ Overseas dependents included in household size:

All dependents—including parents and relatives living overseas (who do not live with you)—will be counted toward the total household size.

Households of 5 or more: The minimum required income will increase proportionally based on the number of family members to cover living expenses.

2️⃣ Rules on combining household income:

You are allowed to combine the main applicant's income with that of family members in the same household.

NOTE: Part-time earnings (Arubaito) from dependents on a Dependent Visa or other non-work visa statuses CANNOT be combined.

3️⃣ Effective date & retroactive application:

The new guidelines are expected to take effect starting October 1st.

Crucial note: The income requirements will apply retroactively to all applications submitted since April this year!

💡 Why the crackdown?
The Japanese government noted that allowing cases where individuals "no longer meet requirements after receiving Permanent Residency" to continue could lead to negative bias and prejudice against the entire foreign resident community in Japan.

👉 If you are preparing or have already submitted your Eijuu (Permanent Residency) application since April, make sure to double-check your total number of dependents and income levels!

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