Requirements
- The SSW (Specified Skilled Worker) Type 1 status allows foreign nationals to work in Japan in labor-shortage industries.
- Sectors include manufacturing, construction, caregiving, hospitality, agriculture, and more.
- From August 2026, JFT-Basic will also assess A1 and A2.1 levels.
Costs & Salary
- Typical salary: ¥176,000–¥250,000+/month.
- Salary must equal or exceed Japanese nationals doing same work.
Process & Steps
- Requirements: Age 18+, pass JFT-Basic (A2 level) or JLPT N4+, pass sector-specific skills evaluation test.
- Those who completed Technical Intern Training (ii) are typically exempt from both tests.
- Process: Pass language + skills tests → Secure job offer from Japanese employer → Employer applies for Certificate of Eligibility (COE) → Apply for SSW visa at Japanese Embassy in Nepal → Arrive in Japan.
Key Info
- Official: ssw.go.jp.
Always verify with the official source for the latest requirements.
Official Link