The Highly Skilled Professional (HSP) visa is a points-based
immigration system designed to attract talented professionals to Japan.
Applicants are evaluated based on:
・education
・professional experience
・income
・research achievements
This visa offers several advantages:
・faster permanent residence eligibility
・permission for multiple work activities
・spouse employment permission
・priority immigration processing
Applicants must obtain at least 70 points.
Points are awarded for:
・academic background
・annual salary
・professional experience
・research achievements
Highly skilled professionals may apply for permanent residence after:
・3 years (70 points)
・1 year (80 points)