The “Intra-Company Transferee” residence status is a visa category required when a company with headquarters or branches outside Japan transfers an employee working at its overseas office to its headquarters, branch, or affiliated company in Japan for a certain period of time. This status is specifically intended for transfers and does not apply to individuals who are newly hired within Japan. Therefore, it is a prerequisite that the employment relationship with the original company continues during the transfer.The types of work covered under this status generally fall within the scope of “Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services.” This includes positions such as engineers, system developers, business planners, sales representatives, and interpreters, all of which require specialized knowledge or international skills. Simple labor is not permitted, and applicants are expected to have an educational or professional background that proves their expertise. Furthermore, there must be a capital relationship or a close business connection between the sending and receiving companies.By obtaining this status, overseas employees are able to make use of their knowledge and experience while working in Japan. The application requires documents such as a transfer order and proof of the continuity of the employment contract. For Japanese companies, it provides an opportunity to utilize international talent, while for foreign employees, it serves as a valuable system to support career development in Japan.
5 years, 3 years, 1 year or 3 months
