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Japan
SSW & Engineer/Specialist visas
1–3 months
Processing time
$3,200
Top monthly wage
$900
1BR rent / mo
Medium-High
Cost of living
Overview
Japan opened up to foreign workers via the Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) program covering 12+ sectors, plus the Engineer/Specialist in Humanities visa for graduates. A Certificate of Eligibility is central to the process.
Salaries must match Japanese nationals in equivalent roles.
Specified Skilled Worker (SSW)
Work visa across 12+ labour-shortage sectors.
Engineer / Specialist in Humanities
For graduates in technical or office roles.
Highly Skilled Professional
Points-based fast track with benefits.
Technical Intern Training
Skills transfer training program.
Official government links
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Average wages (monthly)
IT Engineer$3,200
Care Worker$1,900
Manufacturing Worker$1,800
Hospitality Staff$1,700
Construction Worker$2,000
Cost of living (monthly)
1-bedroom rent$900
Food & groceries$350
Transport$110
Utilities$150
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