Immigration agency tightens guidelines for permanent residency
japantimes.co.jp · submitted 4 months ago by admin
Confirms the February 2026 rule change: PR applicants must now hold the maximum stay period for their visa category at filing time, and any late tax/insurance payment can disqualify you.
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