Japan Schedules Nursing-Care SSW Tests Across Six Asian Countries

A change to the Specified Skilled Worker (i) in Japan is on the way — and it pays to prepare early.

Japan has scheduled Specified Skilled Worker nursing-care tests across six Asian countries, indicating expanded testing locations and accessibility for SSW (i) applicants in the nursing-care sector. This concerns the Specified Skilled Worker (i) 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 Specified Skilled Worker (i) 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 Specified Skilled Worker (i), and compare take-home salary in INR before you commit.