Work Visa Approval Cases & Track Record Summary (Reviews)

About This List of Work Visa Approval Cases

Work visas (Engineer / Specialist in Humanities / International Services, Highly Skilled Professional, etc.) are subject to a comprehensive review of the relevance between academic and professional background and job duties, employment conditions, and the stability of the employing company. As a result, how the application is structured can significantly impact the approval outcome.

This page introduces a curated list of real approved cases (customer testimonials), including new applications by former international students, status changes due to job changes, reapplications after refusal, and challenging cases such as freelancers, dispatch workers, and employment at small or medium-sized enterprises.

By reviewing cases similar to your own situation, you can gain a clearer understanding of your chances of obtaining a work visa and the key points to consider when applying.

1. Cases of Obtaining a Work Visa After Studying Abroad (University / Graduate School)

These are cases in which applicants obtained a work visa after graduating from a Japanese university or graduate school and securing employment.
Key points in the review include how the relationship between the field of study and job duties was explained, as well as the employer’s acceptance system.

	Customer (from Google Reviews)
	[Approved Case] Reapplication After Refusal of Work Visa Acquisition / Renewal (5-Year Period Granted)

	VOL.18 Pioneer Corporation – Mr. Nishimura
	[Approved Case] Obtaining a Work Visa for an Employee After Initial Refusal

	VOL.163 Mr./Ms. C (China)
	[Approved Case] Change from Student Visa to Work Visa

2. Cases of Obtaining a Work Visa After Graduating from a Vocational School

These are cases where applicants obtained a work visa after graduating from a vocational school.
The consistency between the field of study and job duties, as well as how professional expertise was demonstrated, are key evaluation points.

	VOL.122 Mr./Ms. C (China)
	[Approved Case] Obtaining a Work Visa After Graduating as a Certified Specialist

	VOL.104 Mr./Ms. D (Australia)
	[Approved Case] Obtaining a Work Visa as a Certified Specialist

	VOL.31 Mr. Moon Seong-ho (Korea)
	[Approved Case] Change from Student Visa (Vocational School) to Engineer / Specialist in Humanities / International Services Visa

3. Cases of Obtaining a Work Visa via COE While Residing Overseas

These are cases where applicants residing overseas obtained a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) and began working in Japan.
It is essential to clearly explain the necessity of the position and job duties from the perspective of the Japanese employer.

	VOL.142 Mr./Ms. C.M. (United States)
	[Approved Case] Obtaining a Work Visa for the Applicant and Dependent Visas for Family Members

4. Cases of Obtaining or Renewing a Work Visa After Changing Jobs or Employers

These are cases where work visa changes or renewals were approved after changing jobs or employers.
With stricter immigration screening, more applicants are now required to obtain a Certificate of Authorized Employment when changing jobs.

	Customer (from Google Reviews)
	[Approved Case] Application for a Certificate of Authorized Employment Due to Job Change

	VOL.75 Mr. Wang (China)
	[Approved Case] Renewal of a Work Visa Involving a Job Change

5. Cases of Obtaining a Work Visa Despite Challenging Academic or Major Requirements (Professional Experience, etc.)

These are cases where applicants obtained a work visa despite discrepancies between academic background or major and job duties.
How professional experience and the specialized nature of the job were explained became the decisive factor.

	VOL.142 Mr./Ms. C.M. (United States)
	[Approved Case] Obtaining a Work Visa (10 Years of Professional Experience) and Dependent Visas for Family Members

	VOL.120 Mr./Ms. K (Taiwan)
	[Approved Case] Obtaining a Skilled Labor Visa as a Sports Instructor

	VOL.96 Mr./Ms. J (Philippines)
	[Approved Case] Approval for Change from Intra-Company Transferee to Engineer / Specialist in Humanities / International Services Visa

6. Cases of Obtaining a Work Visa Under Special Employment Arrangements (Dispatch, Contract Work, etc.)

These cases involve non-standard employment arrangements such as dispatch workers, contract-based work, or multiple contracts.
Clearly presenting contract details and work management structures is a critical point in the screening process.

	VOL.42 Mr. Simon Kapp (Australia)
	[Approved Case] Obtaining an Engineer / Specialist in Humanities / International Services Visa as a Freelance Interpreter

7. Cases of Obtaining a Work Visa Through Reapplication After Refusal

These are cases where applicants successfully obtained a work visa through reapplication after an initial refusal.
Identifying the reasons for refusal and revising the application accordingly was the key to success.

	VOL.46 Mr./Ms. A (Bangladesh)
	[Approved Case] Renewal of a Work Visa Previously Refused Due to Regulatory Violations

	VOL.36 Mr./Ms. Liang Junyan (China)
	[Approved Case] Approval for Change from Student Visa (Vocational School) to Work Visa After Refusal

	VOL.17 Mr./Ms. R (Korea)
	[Approved Case] Change from Student Visa to Work Visa After Refusal

	VOL.15 Mr. Han Seung-heon (Korea)
	[Approved Case] Change from Student Visa to Specialist in Humanities / International Services Visa After Refusal

8. Cases of Obtaining a Highly Skilled Professional Visa

An increasing number of applicants are changing from an Engineer / Specialist in Humanities / International Services Visa to a Highly Skilled Professional Visa.
Organizing the point calculation and properly evaluating the scope of activities are key elements in the review process.

	Customer (from Google Reviews)
	[Approved Case] Obtaining Highly Skilled Professional (HSP) Status from a COE Application

	Customer (from Google Reviews)
	[Approved Case] Obtaining a Business Manager Visa / Application for Change to Highly Skilled Professional Visa

Have You Found a Work Visa Approval Case Similar to Your Situation?

In the screening of work visas (Engineer / Specialist in Humanities / International Services, Highly Skilled Professional, etc.), not only the consistency between academic and professional background and job duties, employment conditions, and the company’s situation, but also how the reason for application and job responsibilities are explained plays a crucial role.
Even with the same academic background, income level, and job type, the outcome may differ depending on how the explanation is presented.

If you are considering a new work visa application, a change of status of residence, or a visa renewal, please feel free to contact us for a consultation.