In April 2024, the Japanese government announced a new visa under the “Designated Activities” category for digital nomads. This visa allows eligible remote workers to live in Japan for up to 6 months while working for an overseas employer. Importantly, it is not a traditional work visa—holders cannot engage in local employment with a Japanese company during their stay. Key eligibility criteria include a high income threshold (applicants must prove an annual income of at least ¥10 million, roughly USD $67,000) and having private health insurance that covers at least ¥10 million in medical expenses. Only citizens of certain countries are eligible (currently the U.S., Canada, most European nations, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Hong Kong, and a few others). The digital nomad visa is not extendable beyond 6 months; after leaving Japan for six months, one could apply again for another stay.
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