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Visas & status of residence (Residence status)

Job changes, reporting duties, and how to stay compliant when your employer or role changes.

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Employment contracts （Employment contract）

Key clauses, probation terms, and what to double-check before signing in Japan.

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Pay, overtime & breaks （Wages & overtime）

What you can claim, what to document, and how to organize evidence if wages are missing.

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Leave & termination （Leave & dismissal）

Understand time off basics, notice expectations, and what to collect if a dispute is likely.

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Work hours and overtime

Keep a personal record of shifts and breaks. If overtime is unpaid, documentation is often your strongest starting point.

Keeping records of working hours, breaks, and overtime (as evidence) is important.

overtime Overtime (zangyō) breaks

Visa compliance checkpoints

Changing employers can trigger reporting duties. Confirm timelines early so you do not miss a notification window.

Be sure to check the deadline for notifications related to a job change or a change in your residence status as early as possible.

notification Required notice (to file) status of residence

Contract language you should understand

Before signing, identify probation terms, wage calculation, and who pays for deductions. Ask for clarification in writing.

In the employment contract, review the probation period, how wages are calculated, and the details of any deductions, and request an explanation in writing.

probation Trial period deductions

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Overtime: Overtime (zangyō)
Notification: Required notice (to file)
Probation: Trial period
Deductions: Deduction

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Residence Card details match your current employer/address Update your Residence Card’s workplace and address information to the latest version
Employment contract or written terms received Received an employment contract and the written notice of working conditions
Working hours, breaks, and overtime rules are clear Please review the rules for working hours, breaks, and overtime
Payslips saved (base, allowances, deductions) Save pay slips (base salary, allowances, deductions)
Health and pension coverage confirmed (or exemption documented) Confirm your status of health insurance and pension enrollment (including exemptions)
If you change jobs, you know what immigration notifications may be needed Understand whether you need to file a notification with the immigration authorities when you change jobs
A simple evidence folder is ready (timesheets, messages, photos) Set up a place to store evidence (timesheets, messages, and photos)
You have a support path if something goes wrong You’ve decided where to turn if there’s a problem

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Where to verify

Confirm with official sources before you act

Rules can change and interpretations vary by situation. Use the links below to confirm the latest requirements, then bring the official wording to your employer, school, or advisor.

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Immigration Services Agency (出入国在留管理庁)
Confirm: visa status, permitted activities, notification deadlines, required forms.
Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (厚生労働省)
Confirm: labor standards, overtime rules, leave, workplace safety, complaint routes.
Hello Work (Public Employment Security Office)
Confirm: job placement procedures, unemployment insurance basics, local guidance.
Japan Pension Service (日本年金機構)
Confirm: pension enrollment, exemptions, refunds, required documents.

Frequently asked compliance questions

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Answers are general information for foreign workers in Japan. For decisions that affect your visa or employment, verify sources and get professional advice when needed.

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Many work statuses require a notification after changes like employer, workplace address, or contracting entity. Timelines and forms can vary by status, so confirm with official guidance and keep proof of submission.

Next steps: use our source-check checklist at index.php#verify-sources. If your situation is urgent, contact us at [email protected].

If your day-to-day duties shift substantially, it may affect visa compliance. Before accepting a major change in role, compare your contract, job description, and your status of residence scope.

For contract red flags and clauses to review, see: Understanding Japanese Employment Contracts.

Time records: clock-in/out logs, shift rosters, system screenshots (with dates).
Pay evidence: payslips, bank statements, and written pay calculations if available.
Work instructions: emails or chat messages assigning tasks outside scheduled hours.
Contract documents: offer letter, employment contract, workplace rules.

If you’re unsure what applies to your case, reach out via index.php#contact.

Not every “deduction” is allowed. Ask for a written breakdown on your payslip, and check whether the deduction is required by law, properly agreed, and applied transparently. Be cautious with vague “penalties” or open-ended fees.

Tip: keep copies of payslips and any written policy. If needed, contact us at [email protected] or call +81 306 144 7873.

Request a bilingual summary or written explanations for key items: base salary, allowances, overtime policy, work location, job scope, probation terms, and reasons/process for dismissal or non-renewal. Keep copies of everything you receive.

You can also compare your contract to our clause checklist in the contract guide.

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