Japan Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services

Policy overviewReviewed 2026-09-03

For employees undertaking professional work in Japan involving engineering, humanities knowledge or international services.

Core requirements

QualificationRequired

The route-specific qualification, experience or achievement standard must be met.

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Job offerRequired

Whether a qualifying job offer or employer petition is required depends on the specific subcategory.

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assessmentRequired

The applicable points, salary, occupation, quota or evidence assessment must be met under current official rules.

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Official sources

General educational information only, not personalized immigration or legal advice. Requirements can change; confirm them with the responsible government authority before acting. Next scheduled review: 2026-12-03.