Japan to tighten residency rules for foreign employees under transfer visas
Japan immigration
Companies required to prove previous terms of work before arrival in Japan
Foreigners working in Tokyo and other parts of Japan face more stringent screening of their qualifications, employment history and tax filings. (Photo by Tomoki Mera)
Nikkei staff writers
April 6, 2026 18:54 JST
Updated on April 6, 2026 20:29 JST
TOKYO — The Japanese government is tightening the screening process for residency status of foreign corporate employees coming to Japan, Nikkei learned on Monday.
