With Japan tightening rules for foreign residents, some wonder if it’s time to say ‘sayonara’
Japan's new visa rules are prompting foreign residents and business owners to consider leaving the country.
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Nearly 1,000 business manager visa holders have left Japan in the first half of 2026. The country is tightening rules for foreign residents, including a 20-fold increase in the permanent residence fee starting in October.
The Nikkei Asia and The Japan Times have reported that foreign business owners are leaving in droves. CNN has noted that some foreign residents are considering leaving Japan due to these changes.
The open question is whether this trend will continue or if new policies will emerge to address the concerns of foreign residents and business owners.
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The reporting (5)
- Japan To Raise Permanent Residence Fee 20-Fold From October Migrant Times · 22h ago
- Japan | New residence permit fees and payment methods effective Oct. 1 BAL Immigration Law · 22h ago
- Foreign business owners leave Japan in droves under tighter visa rules Nikkei Asia · 22h ago
- Nearly 1,000 business manager visa holders left Japan in first half of 2026 The Japan Times · 22h ago
- With Japan tightening rules for foreign residents, some wonder if it’s time to say ‘sayonara’ CNN · 22h ago
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What changes are being made to Japan's visa rules?
Japan is raising the permanent residence fee 20-fold from October. New residence permit fees and payment methods will also take effect.
How many business manager visa holders have left Japan?
Nearly 1,000 business manager visa holders left Japan in the first half of 2026.
What are the implications of these changes for foreign residents?
Some foreign residents are considering leaving Japan due to the tightening rules and increased fees.
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