tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23906933.post6249591635721330586..comments2007-12-26T08:04:07.034+09:00Turnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10372867185647178937noreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23906933.post-80944082424733918862007-12-26T07:31:00.000+09:002007-12-26T07:31:00.000+09:00

I don't think there is an official limit set at 250, 000 yen per month. I believe the idea is that you have enough money to support yourself. So depending on the office, that could be a little less. I had around 220, 000 yen I think. They will always ask for the tax certificates but may be satisfied with receipts for tax paid(that you get at the bank, post office, or tax office). You do need the

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For a foreigner to work in Japan, he has to prove an income of at least 250,000 yen/month; any certificate should state your salary. I know the feeling; the guidelines are a little vague, but it’s a good idea to at least get a letter on official company letterhead stating the position offered, the salary, and time and duration of employment. If you can press it, get the number of foreign

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thanks for the info. My 1 year visa will expire and i was wondering about self sponsoring. Does the Cert of Employment from the other companies include the guarantee from them they will pay you a certain monthly amount? not sure what to tell prospective companies what they need to do if they want to be one of the supporting companies...thanks

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