Japan Engineer / Specialist in Humanities for Vietnamese citizens
Last verified: September 2, 2026
Overview
The degree-holder work visa, covering IT, engineering, translation, marketing and similar professional roles. You need a bachelor's degree (or ten years' relevant experience) in a field that matches the job, plus a Japanese employer who files a Certificate of Eligibility on your behalf. Pay must be at least equivalent to a Japanese national doing the same work. It allows family from the start, renews indefinitely in one-, three- or five-year terms, and counts toward permanent residence — usually ten years of residence, or faster through the Highly Skilled Professional points system.
Requirements for Vietnamese citizens
| 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 job
- Obtain your degree certificate and transcript
- Secure a job offer with a compliant salary
- Employer applies for the Certificate of Eligibility
- Apply for the visa at the Japanese Embassy
- Consider the Highly Skilled Professional points test
- Arrive, get your residence card and register your address
- Apply for dependant visas for 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 Vietnamese citizens?
- 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 Vietnamese citizens 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.