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Japan Business Manager Visa 2026: JPY 30 Million Capital and N2 Japanese
Global Immigrate consultants · Published
Written by Global Immigrate consultants · Reviewed by Oscar Yip, Founder & Managing Director
Summary
From October 2025 the Business Manager visa requires JPY 30 million capital, full-time staff and N2 Japanese. We explain the new rules, transition and comparison with HSP.
Short answer: From October 2025 the Business Manager visa needs JPY 30,000,000 capital, full-time staff, and N2 Japanese from the applicant or an employee. Existing holders have a three-year transition.
Key changes
Item
Before Oct 2025
From Oct 2025
Capital
JPY 5,000,000
JPY 30,000,000
Staff
Not mandatory
Full-time staff required
Japanese
None
Applicant or employee N2
Versus HSP
HSP: no investment, 70+ points, PR possible after one year at 80 points.
Business Manager: for those genuinely running a company in Japan.
Existing holders should assess compliance early.
FAQ
Must existing holders meet the new rules immediately?
There is a three-year transition period.
Can HSP replace it?
If you score enough points and have work or a business in Japan, HSP may be better.
Can an employee satisfy the N2 requirement?
Yes — either the applicant or a full-time employee.
