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Updated 20 July 2005
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I have been working Obeikan bookshop in Saudi arabia since 1997 in the foreign books department. It’s a biggest bookshop in Gulf area.We are nine branches in The Kingdom.
I would like to work book trade in Japan. If there is any opportunity please let me know by e-mail.
Looking forward hearing from you.
Rgds
Ataur
Obeikan Bookshop
post Box 62807, Riyadh — 11595. K.S.A
E-mail: ataur@obeikanbookshop.com.sa
Okay, I read about half the posts here, sorry if I’m asking something someone else already asked, but I didn’t see it anywhere. Way back at the beginning you said that it is possible to get a work visa without a 4 year degree. I am currently about a year and a half into a bachelors degree (in English) here in the US, and my dream is to one day live and work in Japan (I actually chose English as my major to facilitate this, and I’m taking courses in Japanese so that I can transition easier). I would love, if it is possible to start that dream before I finish with my degree. So my question is: How likely is it for a person like me, without a degree, willing to go into a job as an English Teacher, if I can find a sponsor, to get allowed a working visa?
actually i have a simillar question, i i am currently working in japan on a working holiday visa, i dont have a degree could you tell me more about how to obtain one without out a degree, what does my employer need to do?
i mean how to obatin a working visa without a degree.
As mentioned above, a good degree is not an absolute requirement for a visa, but it is a big help. Some countries have a minimum “points” requirement for visa applications: you get a certain number of points if you speak the local language, more points if you have special skills, and so on. The Japanese system is not quite so rigid, but you still need a few things in your favour before they will grant you a visa; a degree helps a great deal.
Chris: Without a degree, getting an ordinary English teacher job would probably be difficult; I have never known anybody to do this. You may have better luck with some sort of scholarship to study in Japan — try asking at your university about scholarships and exchange programs.
Josh: Basically, the process would be the same, but if you don’t have a degree then your application is less likely to be successful. Your employer would probably need to follow the same procedure as for any other visa sponsorship. They should contact the immigration department in the first instance.
thanks a lot, for your help. im thinking about hiring a proffesional if they think it is possible. one of my coworkers hired someone do get her visa but she has a degree so it was easy. somehow i will figure things out. thank again for your help
GOOD DAY
IWANT TO WORK IN JAPAN AS A CAREGIVER, IM ALMOST FINISHED THE 6 MONTHS CAREGIVING TRAINING PROGRAM HERE IN SIQUIJOR STATE COLLGE SO BY THE END OF JULY I’LL BE GRADUATING ON THE SAID TRAINING, I NEED HELP IN ORDER TO GET WORKING VISA IN JAPAN.
THANK YOU AND MORE POWER
Rosalie: I don’t know the details of your situation, but I bet there are agencies in the Philippines that help people find work placements in Japan. There is probably somebody in your college who could give you more information on where to look.
Hello,
I shall be going to Japan in a couple of months as a dependant. I am currently working as a graphic/interior designer for an architectural company in India. How good are the chances for me, finding this kind of job in Japan. I have started learning Japanese since a month, n would hopefully be able to converse basic language.
I would really appreciate if you could guide me in this regard.
Geetika, unless you already have contacts in the industry there, I would suggest contacting some recruitment agencies in Japan. You’ll only be able to work part-time as a dependant, unless you can get a company to sponsor you.
A few months’ Japanese study will help a lot in your day-to-day life in Japan, but I doubt it will help you get a job. You’ll probably look for an English-speaking job. As I say, try recruitment agencies to get a good initial view of the market for your skills and experience.
I’m going to be in Japan in a month on a spouse visa and will have to look for work.
I have a lot of PC hardware troubleshooting experience but do not have any kind of degree.
My question would be, do you think it would be easier to try for a teaching job or go for something in the IT field?
Richard, teaching work would probably be easier to get unless you speak Japanese.
To obtain a spouse visa, you must be married to a Japanese national or permanent resident. If you are married to a foreign temporary resident, then you can only get a dependent visa. In this case, you have to apply for permission to work part-time. You may be able to get part-time teaching work, but part-time IT work might be a bit harder to find (as it probably is everywhere).
I am looking into a working visa in Japan teaching English as I have a degree but I am married with a young child and my husband does not have a degree so he will be on a dependent visa. If he applies for a part time work permit after we arrive in Japan is he able to legally teach English without a degree? He is a native english speaker and will be doing a full time TESOL diploma prior to arriving in Japan to make himself more employable.
Thank you for your help, your website is the only one I could find discussing these kind of issues!!
im armenian but know english very well. can i teach in japan? im not english native. and do i need to get work visa? how much money should i have?
Hi! I am interested in landing a job in japan preferably TESL. Do you think a certificate in TESL and a degree in BS-MIS be enough to qualify? Unfortunately Im not a native english speaker. Can you recommend an agency who would accept my qualifications.
Hi! I would like to find out of I am able to try teaching there in Japan. although i don’t have an Education degree but finished college. so i don’t have exactly the teaching experience but would love to teach conversational English to little kids. I’ve studied in schools and universities where English was the main medium of instruction and have gone to the United States too on vacation. I speak and write the language well. How then can i try my luck there even if i don’t possess the exact qualifications there?
I would love to live & work in Japan .I have no degree .But i’m a merchandiser in fashion garment trade . Will i be able to get Working visa in Japan ?
I am a 28 – year old graduate of accountancy and will like to teach in Japan.
Hello – I am seeking to conduct some art work-shops in Japan. I mostly work with kids at grant schools throughout southern california. i do not possess a “degree” but have at least 2 years of experience working with k-12 and under and deliquent and at risk youth and teenagers. i have excellent references from schools and parents and organizations. i also speak a little japanese and of course still studying.
can i do something in japan? or can you refer me to someone or some organization?
hi, first of all im sorry if i happened to question something thats already been answered.But, i’ve read all the posts and i havent found an exact answer to my question. I would like to be an English Teacher.so,if you dont mind i just wanted to ask:
i heard that the Japanese Embassy wont issue a Work Visa unless you have a University degree..is that really nessary? EVEN, if i have a sponsor?
And also,
If one of my requirements was to have a Degree, can it be in any field?(plus, the TESOL/TESL). Or does it have to be teaching related?. (i have a Networking Degree)
Thank you so much for your time in answering everyone’s questions.
God Bless