Highly Skilled Professional (HSP) Visa for India citizens
Last verified: August 31, 2026
Overview
Points-based status scored on education, income, age, experience, and Japanese ability. 70+ points unlocks fast-track permanent residency in 3 years, 80+ in just 1 year. Annual income below ¥3 million disqualifies regardless of points, and higher salary bands earn more points. Free for Indian nationals under the reciprocal fee exemption.
Requirements
| Minimum annual income | $20,400/year |
| 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 6–12 weeks after applying. The government fee is approximately $0. Difficulty: 3/5.
Documents you'll need
- Score yourself on the HSP points table
- Collect evidence for every claimed point
- Employer files the CoE with the points sheet
- Receive the CoE (valid 3 months)
- Visa at the embassy/VFS in India — free
- Travel & municipal registration within 14 days
- Track your path to permanent residency
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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