Japan Announces 16 Categories for Work Visa Qualifications

The rules just changed for the Highly Skilled Professional Visa in Japan.

Japan announced 16 categories of foreigners who qualify for work visa with specific listed occupations. This clarifies eligibility criteria for highly skilled professionals. This concerns the Highly Skilled Professional Visa in Japan.

Why this matters if you're planning to move abroad

Immigration rules shift constantly, and a single change to a route like the Highly Skilled Professional Visa can affect your eligibility, timeline, or costs. For Indian professionals weighing a move to Japan, staying on top of these updates is the difference between applying at the right moment and missing a window.

How GoBroad helps

GoBroad tracks Japan visa policy changes like this one in real time and only lists visa-sponsored jobs, so you can act on an update immediately — check your eligibility, see roles from employers who sponsor the Highly Skilled Professional Visa, and compare take-home salary in INR before you commit.