Why You Should Hire a
"Filing Agent" Immigration Specialist
Conclusion: No Need to Visit Immigration!
A "Filing Agent" immigration specialist can submit applications to and collect results from Immigration on your behalf.
The client's "obligation to appear in person" is waived, saving significant time and effort.
Preparation
Immigration
Results
3 Benefits for Clients
Save Time
No need to wait for hours at Immigration on a weekday.
Less Stress
Free from the burden of visiting the crowded Immigration office.
Nationwide Service
Entire process can be completed remotely, even from far away.
Hello! I'm Shizuka Wakabayashi, a certified Immigration Specialist. Whether the professional is a "Filing Agent" or not makes a very significant difference that directly affects your time and effort.
The Principle of Residence Status Applications and Representation
As a legal principle, residence status applications must be filed in person by the foreign national at the Immigration counter.
However, exceptions are recognized where legally designated representatives may file on the applicant's behalf.
- Employment-related: Staff at the sponsoring company, etc.
- Family-related: Japanese spouse, parents, etc.
What an Immigration Specialist Can Do, and the Key Difference
If You Hire a Non-Filing-Agent Specialist
They can prepare documents, but the actual submission to Immigration must be done by the "applicant in person" or a "legally designated representative."
In other words, you still have to go to Immigration yourself.
If You Hire a "Filing Agent" SpecialistRecommended
They are legally authorized to handle everything from document preparation to filing at Immigration and collecting results on your behalf.
3 Concrete Benefits for Clients
- 1. Time SavingsIn principle, no more waiting for hours at Immigration on a weekday.
- 2. Reduced Effort & StressFreedom from the mental burden of visiting the crowded Immigration office with its unique atmosphere of tension.
- 3. Available NationwideCombined with online filing, the entire application can be completed without ever visiting Immigration or the office in person.
Summary
When hiring a professional for residence status matters, always confirm whether they are a "Filing Agent" immigration specialist. This distinction makes a major difference in the time and effort required on your part.