From the Examiner's Perspective:
The 4 Key Criteria for Approval or Denial
The Review Is Not a "Black Box"
Examiners make decisions not based on emotion, but through an "extremely logical process" grounded in the law.
Immigration Review Logic
Fact-Finding
Application of Law
Decision (Disposition)
The 4 Criteria Always Examined
1. Eligibility for Residence Status
Does the activity match the legal definition of the residence status?
2. Compliance with Landing Criteria
Does the applicant meet specific numerical criteria such as education, work experience, and compensation?
3. Business Stability & Continuity
Is the company financially sound? Does it have a solid management foundation to continue employment?
4. Credibility of the Application
Are the documents authentic? Is the stated information truthful?
The Review Is a "Logical Dialogue Through Documents"
The key to approval is logically proving "why the criteria are met" through evidence and a statement of reasons.
Hello! I'm Shizuka Wakabayashi, a certified Immigration Specialist.
The residence status review may appear to be a "black box," but examiners actually follow detailed guidelines called the "Examination Guidelines" and conduct rigorous reviews based on them.
Understanding the Review: Immigration's Basic Approach
- Conduct accurate fact-finding (Are the documents genuine? What are the facts?)
- Apply the facts to laws and regulations (Are the criteria met?)
- Make an appropriate disposition (Approval or denial)
What Examiners Look At: The 4 Key Criteria
1Eligibility for Residence Status
"Does the proposed activity fall within the legal definition of the applied residence status?"
- Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services: Is the work "specialized" rather than simple labor?
- Skilled Labor: Does the person possess refined "skills," such as those of a chef?
- Spouse: Is the marriage genuine and not a sham?
2Compliance with Landing Permission Criteria
3Business Stability & Continuity
The company's financial foundation is evaluated through financial statements. Applications receive closer scrutiny if the company shows losses or insolvency.
4Credibility of the Application
Summary: The Review Is a "Logical Dialogue"
The review is based on logic, not emotion. You must logically "prove" why the criteria are met through objective evidence and a well-crafted statement of reasons.
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