Business Manager Visa
Japan's October 2025 reforms have fundamentally changed the Business Manager Visa. Here is what you need to know and how we can help.
What Changed in October 2025
A side-by-side comparison of the old and new requirements.
Capital Requirement
Employees
Japanese Proficiency
Business Experience
Business Plan Evaluation
Renewal Criteria
Why You Need a Dual-Qualified Professional
The New Business Plan Requirement
Under the 2025 reform, every Business Manager Visa application must include a business plan evaluated by a certified professional. This is not just a formality — immigration officers now review the plan in detail, checking financial viability, market analysis, and operational readiness.
Administrative Scrivener + Management Consultant = Complete Coverage
Most visa applicants now need to hire two separate professionals: a scrivener (gyoseishoshi) for the legal paperwork and a management consultant (shindan-shi) for the business plan evaluation. As I hold both qualifications, your legal documents and business plan are developed together, ensuring perfect alignment and saving you time and money.
How It Works
From initial consultation to visa approval, four clear steps.
Initial Assessment
Free 30-minute consultation to evaluate your eligibility under the new rules. We identify potential challenges and map your optimal application strategy.
Business Plan Development
Using my SME Management Consultant qualification, I develop a business plan that meets immigration standards — financial projections, market analysis, and operational roadmap.
Documentation & Filing
As a licensed Administrative Scrivener, I prepare all legal documents and submit your application to the Immigration Services Agency. No third-party coordination needed.
Approval & Ongoing Support
After visa approval, I provide ongoing compliance support, renewal preparation, and business advisory services to help you meet evolving requirements.
For existing visa holders
Reform Transition Package
Already have a Business Manager Visa? The 2025 reforms affect your next renewal. Stricter profitability benchmarks, new compliance requirements, and the business plan evaluation now apply to renewals as well. Our transition package ensures you are fully prepared.
- Gap analysis of your current status vs. new requirements
- Updated business plan with professional evaluation
- Renewal documentation preparation and filing
- Ongoing compliance advisory
Ready to Start?
Book a free 30-minute consultation. I will assess your eligibility and outline the next steps.