Airvisa: Simplifying Online Visa Renewals in Japan

Living and working in Japan as a foreign resident is an exciting prospect. Yet, it comes with its fair share of challenges, particularly regarding renewing your visa (residence status).

Many foreign residents living in Japan find renewing their visas a pain—especially when they have to do it in person. Visa renewal requires extensive paperwork, language barriers, and treading bureaucratic hurdles that feel uniquely Japanese.

Recognizing these difficulties, Airvisa is launching a helpful service to assist foreign residents in Japan with their visa renewal applications, making the process easier than ever.

With Airvisa, you can:

• Skip The Immigration Office: Complete the renewal process online and skip visiting the immigration office.
• Prepare Documents: A user-friendly platform that guides you and assists with document preparation and submission.
• Get Expert Review: Professionals review your application to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Follow Legal Compliance: Ensure that your application meets all legal requirements for peace of mind.
• Expect Fair Pricing: Airvisa’s services start at ¥10,780 (including tax) and include the ¥4,000 revenue stamp fee.

The Pain of Visa Renewal

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Japan is renowned for its rich culture, advanced technology, and high quality of life, making it an attractive destination for professionals worldwide. However, maintaining legal residency can feel like a slog. Foreign workers, especially those holding an Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services Visa, face annoyance and downright rejection when renewing their visas.

Despite Japan’s reputation for advanced technology, the visa renewal process feels remarkably outdated. It involves navigating complex documentation (all on paper) and understanding poorly translated legal jargon. It can be overwhelming for non-native speakers and busy professionals alike.

Immigration offices in Japan, especially the Shinagawa immigration office in Tokyo, can be incredibly frustrating. The office is often crowded, with long lines and extended wait times. The sheer number of applicants can turn a simple visit into an all-day affair.

Moreover, the possibility of making errors in the paperwork means that applicants might need to return multiple times to correct mistakes or provide additional documents, adding to the frustration and inconvenience. The bureaucratic inefficiency and the necessity of multiple trips can significantly disrupt personal and professional lives.

Online Visa Renewals Are Difficult in Japan

Japan offers an online system for visa renewal, but it’s no walk in the park. It’s more like a hike up Mount Fuji without proper gear. First, before you even find the official website—which feels like it’s hidden in the depths of the internet—you need to jump through hoops to prove you’re you.

You’ll need an IC card reader, so ensure you have the correct one. Then, you’ll need the right apps, updates, browser extensions, and finally, the mindset not to throw it all out the window before defeatedly marching to the immigration office.

Introducing Airvisa

You can eliminate these headaches with Airvisa’s comprehensive, user-friendly online service dedicated to online visa renewal.

This resourceful service is designed to streamline the renewal process for the Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services Visa, ensuring that foreign professionals can focus on their careers rather than paperwork.

The price for Airvisa’s “Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services” status renewal is ¥10,780 (including tax). This fee covers the revenue stamp fee, residence card postage and a certified administrative lawyer fee of ¥2,000.

Airvisa Features and Benefits

• User-Friendly Interface: Airvisa’s platform is designed with the user in mind. The intuitive interface guides applicants through each step of the renewal process in English, simplified Chinese and Vietnamese.
• Step-by-Step Assistance: Airvisa provides detailed instructions and support from gathering necessary documents to applying them, reducing the likelihood of errors and ensuring a smooth process.
• Expert Review: Experts review applications before submission to ensure all information is accurate and complete. This minimizes the risk of rejection due to minor mistakes or missing information.
• Time Efficiency: Airvisa handles the complexities of the renewal process, saving users valuable time. The online platform allows users to complete their applications from the comfort of their homes or offices without the need to visit immigration offices multiple times.
• Transparency and Compliance: Airvisa ensures that all applications comply with Japanese immigration laws and regulations, providing users and their employers peace of mind.

How to Use Airvisa

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Using Airvisa’s new service is straightforward. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

1. Create an Account: Visit the Airvisa website and sign up to create a free account. This will give you access to the platform’s features and support.
2. Enter Your Details: Use the online form to fill in the required information for your visa application. The user-friendly design makes it easy to enter your details and attach your passport and photo.
3. Request Company Information: Enter the email address of your company’s representative on the Airvisa platform. An email will be automatically sent to them to complete your company’s information entry.
4. Submit Your Application: Request a visa application after entering all necessary information. The Airvisa team and experts will review your application for errors and missing information. Once reviewed, Airvisa will submit your application to the Japanese Immigration Services Agency on your behalf.
5. Delivery by Mail: Once your visa application is approved, Airvisa will send you a “Letter Pack.” Follow the instructions in the package and drop it in the mailbox with your old residence card and the fee payment slip. Your new residence card will be delivered to you at a later date.

Visit Airvisa to learn more and sign up for an account. Your hassle-free visa renewal journey starts here.

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