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Japan Visa Fee Hike 2026: Senate Officially Passes Bill on May 29
Japan's House of Councillors officially passed the amended Immigration Control Act on May 29, 2026. Residence extension fee ceiling rises to 100,000 JPY; permanent residency ceiling to 300,000 JPY. New fees expected before March 2027. Act now if your visa is expiring soon.
Japan Visa Fee Hike 2026: House Passes Bill on April 28
Japan's House of Representatives has officially passed the Immigration Control and Refugee Act amendment, significantly raising residence visa extension and permanent residency fees. 5-year visa at 70,000 JPY, PR ceiling at 300,000 JPY. Expected to take effect within fiscal year 2026.
SHOCKING: Japan to Hike Permanent Residency Visa Fee to 200,000 JPY (A 20x Increase) | Nyukan 2026
Bad news for expats in Japan: The Immigration Services Agency (Nyukan) is submitting a bill to massively increase visa processing fees. A 5-year extension could cost 70,000 JPY, and Permanent Residency an eye-watering 200,000 JPY!
BREAKING: From April 15, 2026, Japan Engineer Visa Strictly Requires N2 Proficiency
The Immigration Services Agency of Japan has officially tightened the Engineer Visa (技人国) regulations. From April 15, 2026, JLPT N2 proof is strictly required in many scenarios. See who is affected!
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