Visas & status
Can I work more than 28 hours a week on a dependent visa?
Not under the ordinary blanket permission for a Dependent. The standard permission for paid activity is limited to 28 hours per week.
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What you need to know
Requirements & exceptions
- You need permission to engage in activity outside your status before doing the work.
- The blanket permission is limited to 28 hours per week.
- Work connected with adult-entertainment businesses is excluded.
- A different or individually authorized route is needed for activity outside the blanket permission.
Documents
- Passport
- Residence card (if resident)
- Application form
- Status-specific supporting evidence
Likely cost
A current government fee may apply to the specific immigration application (change, extension, permit, residence procedure or visa issuance); check the exact ISA/consular fee table for that procedure.
Where to act
Regional Immigration Services Bureau / Immigration Services Agency; entry visas are handled by the Japanese embassy or consulate abroad where applicable.