Canadians can live and work remotely in Japan with this new digital nomad visa

Japan has announced a new digital nomad visa that allows Canadians to live and work remotely in the country for half a year.

In an effort to increase tourism, Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has launched the visa, for remote workers with an annual income of ten million yen or more, which is equivalent to nearly $80,000 CAD. 

“The Digital Nomad Visa will allow holders to work remotely in Japan for up to six months (once this period is exceeded, the applicant must wait for six months to reapply for the same visa status). The new visa presents a great opportunity for those in the relevant sectors to immerse themselves deeper in Japan,” reads a press release from the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO). 

Residents of dozens of countries and territories are eligible to apply, along with their families, including countries in Europe, Asia, South America and more.

Here are the documents eligible applicants will need to apply for the visa: 

1. Visa application form (with a photo)
2. Passport
3. Certificate of eligibility 
4. Documents explaining the applicant’s planned activities and period of stay during their stay in Japan 
5. Documents proving that the applicant’s annual income is JPY 10 million or more.
6. Documents proving that the applicant has insurance against death, injury or illness during their stay in Japan

Here are the documents needed for spouses and children:

1. Visa application form (with a photo)
2. Passport
3. Certificate of eligibility ((Note) If the certificate of eligibility is presented, (3) to (5) below can be omitted)
4. Documents explaining the applicant’s planned activities and period of stay during their stay in Japan 
5. Documents proving that the applicant has insurance against death, injury and illness during their stay in Japan (compensation for medical treatment for injury and illness must be JPY 10 million yen or more)
6. Documents proving the relationship between the applicant and the spouse or parent with Digital Nomad visa
7. A copy of the passport of the applicant’s spouse or parent with Digital Nomad visa

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