Japan Visa and Residence Fee Increases: Impact on Immigration and Corporate Mobility
Japan is implementing major increases in immigration fees in 2026. On July 1, 2026, visa fees increased for the first time since 1978. The fees for single-entry and multiple-entry visas have more than doubled. The departure tax also increased from JPY 1,000 (about USD 6) to JPY 3,000 (about USD 19). This will impact both short-term […]
What Asia’s Current Corporate Movement Indicates for Talent Mobility
A notable shift is underway in Southeast Asia as multinational companies increasingly move portions of their operations from higher-cost, traditional destinations like Singapore to new destinations such as Malaysia. Recent examples of movement away from Singapore were highlighted in the CNBC story, including H&M’s decision to relocate its Southeast Asia headquarters to Kuala Lumpur, Heineken’s […]
Immigration Updates
The only thing that stays the same is change. As changes in visa and immigration procedures and requirements arise, we’ll add them here. UPDATES FOR JUNE 2025 CHINA: Citizens from Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, and Saudi Arabia will receive visa-free entry for up to 30 days starting from the 9th June 2025. KOREA: A pilot […]
