Instructor
Japan
Last updated: December 25, 2025
5 years (renewable)
$20-$40
3-4 months
Medium
About this Visa
The Instructor visa lets you work as a teacher or language instructor at Japanese schools. You teach students English, other languages, or educational subjects. This visa is for people with a bachelor's degree who have a job offer from a school in Japan. You can work full-time at your school and stay in Japan long-term. You can bring your spouse and children to live with you.
Key Benefits
- Work full-time at your school
- Bring spouse and children to Japan
- Get health insurance
- Travel outside Japan and return
- Work toward permanent residency after 10 years
- Renewable indefinitely
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Age 18 or older
- Bachelor's degree from accredited university
- Job offer from Japanese school
- No criminal record
- Good health
- If teaching foreign language: 12 years of education in that language
- If not native speaker: 5+ years teaching experience can replace 12-year requirement
Financial Requirement
No official minimum. Salary must be sufficient to live in Japan. Typical teaching salary: $1,600-$2,500 per month.
Documents
- PassportCurrent and valid
- Bachelor's Degree CertificateFrom accredited university
- Job ContractFrom your school
- Health ProofProof of good health
- Criminal Record CheckFrom home country
- Teaching CertificateIf you have one
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.