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
The 4 Criteria Always Examined
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.