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Japan’s Visa Fee Increase: What Changed and Why It Matters

Japan’s Visa Fee Increase: What Changed and Why It Matters

Japan has recently revised immigration-related fees, and the change is already affecting how travelers, workers, students, and employers plan for the future. The most important point is that Japan’s Immigration Services Agency confirmed a fee revision effective April 1, 2025, while a larger increase for some immigration categories is being discussed for FY2026. For people […]

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