Japan•AsiaMedical Services Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
30-90 days
Application Fee
3,000 JPY
Stay Duration
Up to 5 years
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Work visa for qualified healthcare professionals. For doctors, nurses, dentists, pharmacists, and other medical specialists. Requires relevant professional license.
The Medical Services Visa is for qualified healthcare professionals practicing their licensed profession in Japan. Eligible professions include physician, dentist, pharmacist, public health nurse, nurse, dental hygienist, X-ray technician, physical therapist, occupational therapist, and clinical technician. License must be recognized by Japanese authorities.
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Requirements
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
With at least 6 months validity
Passport photos
Recent photos
Certificate of Eligibility
Issued by Immigration Services Agency
Professional license
Medical license from home country
Employment contract
Job offer from Japanese medical institution
Educational credentials
Medical degree and qualifications
License verification
Confirmation of license recognition
OptionalSponsor Documents
Medical institution registration
Hospital/clinic registration documents
Employment contract
Signed job offer
Position description
Role and responsibilities
Financial documentation
Ability to pay professional salary
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Advantages
- Access to Japan's healthcare system
- Professional career advancement
- Family dependents allowed
- Can lead to permanent residency
- Healthcare expertise valued in Japan
Considerations
- License recognition requirements
- May require Japanese language proficiency
- Limited to medical profession
- Requires sponsoring institution
- License verification process needed
Application Process
Verify license acceptance
Confirm medical credentials accepted in Japan
Secure medical position
Receive employment offer from Japanese medical institution
Institution applies for COE
Medical organization submits Certificate of Eligibility application
Receive COE
Immigration Services Agency approves COE
Apply for visa
Submit visa application at embassy with COE
Pay visa fee
Pay 3,000 JPY
Receive visa
Visa stamped in passport
Application Forms
Application for Certificate of Eligibility - Medical Services
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