YELLZEAL / EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT
Work-related immigration applications
Prepare for hiring an international student, bringing a candidate from overseas, hiring someone changing jobs or extending a period of stay.
Start with the work the employee will actually do
Eligibility for Engineer / Specialist in Humanities / International Services and other statuses of residence cannot be determined from a job title alone. We review the actual duties, education and work history, employment terms and the company’s business before identifying the relevant procedures.
Choose the situation that applies
| Situation | Points to review | Further information |
|---|---|---|
| Hiring an international student | Graduation, educational background, planned duties, the change of status application and conditions for the employment start date. | Preparation for hiring a student (Japanese) |
| Bringing a candidate from overseas | The Certificate of Eligibility process, visa application and arrangements after arrival are separate steps. | Preparation for an overseas candidate (Japanese) |
| Hiring someone changing employers | The current status and activities, the new duties and any relevant notifications or applications. | Preparation for a job change (Japanese) |
| Extending a period of stay | Current activities, changes since hiring, the expiry date and documents for the extension application. | Preparation for an extension (Japanese) |
Prepare a clear explanation from the employer
Required documents differ by the employer’s category, and additional documents may be requested. We review current official guidance, including updates made in 2026, and organize evidence of the specific duties, employment conditions and the company’s actual business.
Our work and the employer’s preparation
| Area | Work within the agreed engagement | What the employer provides or manages |
|---|---|---|
| Identify the procedure | Review whether a Certificate of Eligibility, change of status, extension or another procedure is needed. | The person’s current status, expiry date, duties and proposed start date. |
| Documents and explanations | Review materials and prepare documents within the agreed scope. | Company records, employment terms and an accurate explanation of the work. |
| During examination | Organize responses to further enquiries relating to the application. | Additional documents and compliance with the conditions for starting work. |
| After employment begins | Consultation about changes and extensions relevant to status of residence. | Employment notifications, wages, working hours and workplace safety. |
Build the timetable around the required conditions
Examination times vary with the case and processing circumstances. Alongside the preferred start date, allow for document preparation and the person’s graduation, departure from a previous job and travel plans. Distinguish activities already permitted from activities that require new permission. Approval and processing times cannot be guaranteed.
Information to prepare for the first consultation
- Your company’s business and concrete examples of the proposed work.
- The workplace, working arrangements and intended employment period.
- The person’s education, work history, current status of residence and expiry date.
- The preferred timing for hiring, changing jobs or extending the period of stay.
- Any planned reassignment, concurrent duties or other changes beyond the initial hiring.
Confirm the application type and professional fee
The main office website lists professional fees for Certificate of Eligibility, change of status and extension applications from JPY 121,000 each, including tax. We review the case, volume of documents and additional explanations, and distinguish the professional fee from government fees and other expenses. Reviewing a refusal or preparing a new application after a refusal requires separate confirmation of the circumstances and scope.
These services concern immigration procedures and do not include a commitment to introduce candidates. See the fee breakdown and contractual conditions.
About your consultation
Your initial consultation is free for up to 30 minutes. We listen to your current situation and concerns, then explain whether we can assist, the next steps, relevant procedures and an overview of the fees.
Document preparation, research, applications, notifications and other actual work are charged separately. We explain the scope and fees before work begins. There is no obligation to formally engage our services after the consultation.