How long does it take to obtain work visas for foreign staff?
Work visas usually take about 1 month to obtain. However, in the case of a new entity it may take 2-3 months. Qualification, country of citizenship and capitalization of the parent company as well as the company in Japan are factors which heavily influence the duration and probability of obtaining a working visa. After the subsidiary is incorporated, you can apply for a certificate of eligibility (CoE). Once the CoE is obtained it is relatively simple to receive the actual work visa form your local Japanese Embassy or consulate.
