jp-hsp2 — Highly Skilled Professional (ii) (高度専門職2号)

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jp-hsp2 — Highly Skilled Professional (ii) (高度専門職2号)

Skilled Migration PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed Remote Work

At a Glance

Processing Time

1-3 months

Application Fee

11,500 JPY

Stay Duration

Indefinite

Renewable

Job Offer

Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Available

Remote Work

Allowed

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Living in Japan

Cost of Living

25% cheaper than United States

Avg Salary¥4,800,000

Quality of Life

161/200

Full Country Guide

Overview

This status of residence is for foreign nationals who have engaged in activities as a Highly Skilled Professional (i) for three years or more, granting an indefinite period of stay.

The Highly Skilled Professional (ii) grants an indefinite stay within Japan's points-based immigration system. It is open to those who held HSP (i) for 3+ years at 70+ points, or 1+ year at 80+ points, across academic research, technical, and business management roles.

Holders need no renewal and have broad work rights across almost all categories. Spouses may accompany and work in white-collar roles. The fee is ¥5,500 online or ¥6,000 in person (revenue stamp on approval); processing takes 1 to 3 months. An HSP fast-track PR pathway remains available.

This visa is ideal for established HSP (i) holders who have met the points threshold and want permanent-equivalent stay rights without applying for full permanent residency.

Fee Breakdown

Online Application Fee	5,500 JPY
In-person Application Fee	6,000 JPY

Stay & Extensions

Status type

Permanent / indefinite

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Resided in Japan as HSP (i) for 3+ years with 70+ points, OR 1+ year with 80+ points.

Maintain 70+ points on the HSP points system at time of application.

Good conduct and compliance with tax/pension obligations.

KEY CRITERIA

Job Offer

Required

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Application for Change of Status of Residence

HSP Points Calculation Sheet

Current Residence Card and Passport

Proof of 3+ years of HSP (i) activities

Tax and pension payment certificates

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Indefinite period of stay
Broad work rights
Fast-track to Permanent Residency

Worth Knowing

Requires 3 years of prior HSP (i) status
Must maintain 70+ points
Criminal record
Failure to pay taxes or social insurance
Falling below 70 points

Application Process

Confirm eligibility (3+ years on HSP (i) and 70+ points).

Prepare points calculation sheet and supporting documents.

Submit application to regional Immigration Services Agency.

Receive approval and pay fee via revenue stamp.

Collect new Residence Card.

Application Forms

Go to application portal

Application for Change of Status of Residence

Fill online

Verified Claims (21)

Last verified May 31, 2026

Application Steps	Confirm eligibility (3+ years on HSP (i) and 70+ points).; Prepare points calculation sheet and supp…	moj.go.jp
Dependent Visa	Spouses and children can accompany; spouses may work full-time	jetro.go.jp
Fee Breakdown	Online Application Fee: 5500 JPY; In-person Application Fee: 6000 JPY	english.visajapan.jp
Fees	5,500 to 6,000 Yen	english.visajapan.jp
Forms	Application for Change of Status of Residence	moj.go.jp
Forms · Application for Change of Status of Residence · description	Application for Change of Status of Residence	isa.go.jp
Job Offer Required	true	english.visajapan.jp
Application Portal	https://www.moj.go.jp/isa/applications/online/onlineshinsei.html	moj.go.jp

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Overview

This status of residence is for foreign nationals who have engaged in activities as a Highly Skilled Professional (i) for three years or more, granting an indefinite period of stay.

This visa is ideal for established HSP (i) holders who have met the points threshold and want permanent-equivalent stay rights without applying for full permanent residency.

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Resided in Japan as HSP (i) for 3+ years with 70+ points, OR 1+ year with 80+ points.

Maintain 70+ points on the HSP points system at time of application.

Good conduct and compliance with tax/pension obligations.

KEY CRITERIA

Job Offer

Required

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Application for Change of Status of Residence

HSP Points Calculation Sheet

Current Residence Card and Passport

Proof of 3+ years of HSP (i) activities

Tax and pension payment certificates