Japan Highly Skilled Professional
For people meeting the points standard for advanced academic, specialised technical, or business-management activities.
Core requirements
The route-specific qualification, experience or achievement standard must be met.
Whether a qualifying job offer or employer petition is required depends on the specific subcategory.
The applicable points, salary, occupation, quota or evidence assessment must be met under current official rules.
Official sources
- Preferential immigration treatment under the points-based system for highly skilled professionalsImmigration Services Agency of Japan · Reviewed 2026-09-06
How immigration works in Japan — the process in order, the current figures with their dates, and what commonly blocks an application.
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: 2026-12-06.