Japan’s immigration agency has tightened guidelines for permanent residency applicants as part of government efforts to take a tougher stance on foreign nationals and tourists.
The revision made Tuesday includes raising the visa category from three years to five and making the screening process tougher on those with a record of past unpaid taxes and health care premiums, even if they have now been paid off.
Under the revised guidelines, applicants must continue to meet three core statutory requirements: good conduct, financial self-sufficiency and that their residence be deemed to be in Japan’s interests.
culled from Japan Times
