Japan Engineer / Specialist in Humanities for Indonesians
Last verified: September 2, 2026
Overview
The degree-holder work visa for IT, engineering, translation, marketing and similar professional roles. You need a bachelor's degree (or ten years of documented relevant experience) in a field matching the job, and a Japanese employer who files a Certificate of Eligibility for you. Salary must match what a Japanese national would earn in the same role. Unlike SSW it allows family from day one, renews indefinitely, and counts toward permanent residence — ten years normally, or considerably faster through the Highly Skilled Professional points system.
Requirements for Indonesians
| Minimum annual income | No requirement |
| Minimum savings | No requirement |
| Job offer required | Yes |
| Degree required | Yes |
| Family can join | Yes |
| Path to permanent residency | Yes |
Processing time & costs
Typical processing takes 6–14 weeks after applying. The government fee is approximately $30. Difficulty: 3/5.
Documents you'll need
- Confirm your degree field matches the intended job
- Obtain degree certificate, transcript and translations
- Secure a job offer with a compliant salary
- Employer applies for the Certificate of Eligibility
- Apply for the visa at the Japanese Embassy in Jakarta
- Check whether you qualify as a Highly Skilled Professional
- Arrive, get your residence card and register your address
- Apply for dependant visas for your family
The full ordered checklist — with timing, dependencies, apostille and translation flags, and personalized due dates — is part of the paid plan.
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Check my eligibilityFrequently asked questions
- How long does the Japan Engineer / Specialist in Humanities take for Indonesians?
- Typical processing time is 6–14 weeks after applying, plus the time needed to gather documents.
- What does the Engineer / Specialist in Humanities cost?
- The government fee is approximately $30. Additional costs (translations, apostilles, insurance) vary by case.
- Do Indonesians need a job offer for the Engineer / Specialist in Humanities?
- Yes. A job offer from an employer in Japan is required before applying.
- Can I bring my family on the Engineer / Specialist in Humanities?
- Yes — this visa allows accompanying family members, with additional documentation.
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Always confirm requirements with the official government source. This guide is general information, not legal advice.