If you currently have a Student visa and plan to change to a work visa, please read this important notice.
If you are scheduled to start working in Japan from April 2026, please make sure to submit your application for Change of Status of Residence by the end of January 2026.
Be sure that you have all required documents prepared.
Missing documents may delay the processing of your application.

For details, please see:
⇒ Information for those planning to apply for a change from “Student” status to a work-related status of residence (Immigration Services Agency of Japan)