jp-ssw2 — Specified Skilled Worker 2 (SSW2)

The SSW2 (Specified Skilled Worker Type 2) is Japan's advanced-tier work visa for foreign nationals with verified technical expertise and supervisory experience in designated industrial sectors. Employer-sponsored, it requires passing a sector-specific skills evaluation or holding a National Skills Test Level 1.

Stay periods of 3 years, 1 year, or 6 months renew with no upper limit, making permanent residency achievable. Spouses and children may join on dependent visas and can work up to 28 hours per week with immigration permission. Dual intent is permitted, so holders can pursue permanent residency concurrently.

This visa is ideal for experienced industrial workers with supervisory skills who want indefinite stay in Japan and a clear route to permanent residency.