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Today's Seasoned Expat — Aug 26, 2026
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Living Abroad
Japan's Digital Nomad Visa Attracts Property Investment
Residency & Citizenship
Japan Tightens Permanent Residency Requirements
Residency & Citizenship
Japan's Permanent Residency Fees Jump 20-Fold
Residency & Citizenship
Japan's Dual Citizenship Ban Drives Residency Program Demand
Residency & Citizenship
Japan now requires language skills for permanent residency
Why this exists
They're not smarter than you. They've just already made the mistake.
Every month a visa rule tightens, a tax treaty shifts, a residency requirement quietly changes the math on the life you're building abroad. None of it is secret — it's published in government gazettes and embassy notices nobody has time to read in a language they're still learning. Immigration lawyers and relocation firms have staff for that. Now you have us.
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Residency & Citizenship
Japan Tightens Permanent Residency Rules
Japan is raising the bar for permanent residency, affecting expats who've built careers and families there.
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Immigration & Visas
Japan Raises Tourist Visa Fees Over 400 Percent
Japan is dramatically increasing visa fees for tourists—a shock for frequent visitors and those planning extended stays.
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Residency & Citizenship
Japan Raises Income Threshold for Permanent Residency
Japan has tightened financial requirements for permanent residency applications—a significant shift for long-term expat residents.
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Residency & Citizenship
Japan Raises Financial Requirements for Permanent Residency
Japan has tightened the income and savings thresholds needed to qualify for permanent resident status, making it harder for expats to secure long-term settlement.
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Residency & Citizenship
Japan tightens residence permit rules for foreign workers
Japan has announced stricter requirements for foreign workers seeking residence permits, affecting both new arrivals and those renewing their status.
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Immigration & Visas
South Korea launches long-term digital nomad visa
A new visa category lets remote workers stay in South Korea for an extended period without traditional employment sponsorship.
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