FAQ
Q1. Can I engage you from a distant location or from overseas?
Yes. Consultations are held online, and we file applications through the Immigration Services Agency's online application system. The procedure can be completed without your visiting our office.
Q2. Can I consult you in English?
Yes. We provide consultation in English.
Q3. Does the applicant need to go to the Immigration Services Bureau in person?
In principle, no. Our Gyoseishoshi Lawyers are registered application agents and submit the documents and receive the results on behalf of the applicant or the company's representative. However, the Immigration Services Bureau may in some cases ask the applicant to appear in person.
Q4. How long does the examination take?
It depends on the type of procedure, the time of year and the office where the application is filed. We recommend consulting us well in advance.
Q5. What documents does the company need to prepare?
The required documents vary depending on the status of residence and on the category assigned according to factors such as the size of the company. After you engage us, we provide a list of required documents tailored to your company's situation.
Q6. I applied by myself and was refused. Can I consult you?
Yes. After confirming the reasons for the refusal, we will advise you whether a new application is possible and what needs to be supplemented.
Yes. Consultations are held online, and we file applications through the Immigration Services Agency's online application system. The procedure can be completed without your visiting our office.
Q2. Can I consult you in English?
Yes. We provide consultation in English.
Q3. Does the applicant need to go to the Immigration Services Bureau in person?
In principle, no. Our Gyoseishoshi Lawyers are registered application agents and submit the documents and receive the results on behalf of the applicant or the company's representative. However, the Immigration Services Bureau may in some cases ask the applicant to appear in person.
Q4. How long does the examination take?
It depends on the type of procedure, the time of year and the office where the application is filed. We recommend consulting us well in advance.
Q5. What documents does the company need to prepare?
The required documents vary depending on the status of residence and on the category assigned according to factors such as the size of the company. After you engage us, we provide a list of required documents tailored to your company's situation.
Q6. I applied by myself and was refused. Can I consult you?
Yes. After confirming the reasons for the refusal, we will advise you whether a new application is possible and what needs to be supplemented.