This article is a translation of the Japanese original. Where the two differ, the Japanese version prevails. Read the Japanese original（日本語版を読む）
Who this article is forAn enquiry from the applicant themselves about permission to engage in activity other than that permitted (資格外活動許可) for a side job.
We think it is best to attach a written explanation of the reasons for the side job in addition to the 4 documents you plan to submit. Under individual permission, activity hours are in principle not restricted as long as they do not interfere with the original activity (main job). As for income, too, there is no uniform standard that it must not exceed the income from the main job. What matters, however, is that the side job does not interfere with the activities of the main job, and that the purpose of stay and the content of activities have not been reversed from the original ones. If they are reversed, or are likely to become reversed, you need to consult the Regional Immigration Services Bureau (地方出入国在留管理局) and respond accordingly.
An enquiry from the applicant themselves about permission to engage in activity other than that permitted (資格外活動許可) for a side job.
We think the documents you plan to submit are generally fine.
We think the documents you plan to submit are generally fine. In addition, we think it would be better to attach a written explanation of the reasons for the side job.
Your understanding is correct and there is no problem.
Your understanding is correct and there is no problem. Under individual permission, activity hours are in principle not restricted as long as they do not interfere with the original activity.
Under individual permission, there is no uniform standard that income must not exceed the income from the main job.
Under individual permission, there is no uniform standard that income must not exceed the income from the main job. What matters, however, is that the side job does not interfere with the activities of the main job, and that the purpose of stay and the content of activities have not been reversed from the original ones. If they are reversed, or are likely to become reversed, you need to consult the Regional Immigration Services Bureau and respond accordingly.
Even an activity carried out as a sole proprietor may fall under 「技術・人文知識・国際業務」 if it is based on a contract with an organisation in Japan, and in some cases it is then not 資格外活動.
Even an activity carried out as a sole proprietor may fall under 「技術・人文知識・国際業務」 if it is based on a contract with an organisation in Japan, and in some cases it is then not 資格外活動. We recommend checking carefully the counterparty and the content of the side-job contract.
In addition to the application form, a business plan, a weekly activity schedule, and a written permission for the side job from the main employer, we think it is best to attach a written explanation of the reasons for the side job.
Under individual permission, activity hours are in principle not restricted as long as they do not interfere with the original activity.
There is no uniform standard that it must not exceed the income from the main job. What matters, however, is that the side job does not interfere with the activities of the main job, and that the purpose of stay and the content of activities have not been reversed from the original ones. If they are reversed, or are likely to become reversed, you need to consult the Regional Immigration Services Bureau and respond accordingly.
Tell us your situation. A 申請取次行政書士 from a partner office will answer you directly. Consultations in Japanese, English and other languages.
Get a free consultationThis article provides general information. Immigration rules change, and outcomes depend on individual circumstances. Please check the Immigration Services Agency website or consult a qualified specialist.
This page is a translation of the Japanese original. Because it is a translation, the meaning may differ from the original in places. Where something affects a decision you are making, please check the Japanese version or ask us. The supervision by a 行政書士 is of the Japanese version.