Jobs in Japan
for Nepali Workers

The Specified Skilled Worker (SSW/特定技能) visa is Japan's work visa program for foreign workers in 14 designated industries. SSW1 allows 5 years of work, while SSW2 offers unlimited duration with a path to permanent residency. Workers must pass a skills test and Japanese language test (JLPT N4 or JFT-Basic).

Nepali workers in Japan typically earn ¥155,000-280,000 per month (approximately NPR 140,000-255,000). Manufacturing workers average ¥190,000/month, caregivers earn ¥170,000-250,000/month, and construction workers can earn up to ¥280,000/month. All workers receive overtime pay at 1.25x-1.5x regular rates.

To work in Japan from Nepal: 1) Register with a DOFE-licensed agency like Frontline Recruitment, 2) Pass the required Japanese language test (JLPT N4 or JFT-Basic), 3) Pass the skills test for your industry, 4) Complete medical examination, 5) Apply for visa through your accepting organization, 6) Attend pre-departure orientation. The process typically takes 4-6 months.

SSW (Specified Skilled Worker) is a direct employment visa for 5+ years with higher pay and path to permanent residency. TITP (Technical Intern Training Program) is a skills training program for 3-5 years focused on learning technical skills. SSW requires passing skills and language tests, while TITP has lower entry requirements. TITP graduates can transfer to SSW status.

For SSW visa: JLPT N4 or JFT-Basic (Japan Foundation Test) is required. For TITP: Basic Japanese (N5 level) is helpful but not always mandatory. Higher Japanese proficiency (N3 or above) increases job opportunities and salary potential. Language training is available before departure.

SSW visa covers 14 industries: Nursing Care, Building Cleaning, Material Processing, Industrial Machinery, Electrical/Electronics, Construction, Shipbuilding, Automobile Repair, Aviation, Accommodation, Agriculture, Fisheries, Food & Beverage Manufacturing, and Food Service Industry. Each industry has specific skills tests.

The complete Japan work visa process takes 4-6 months: Registration and documentation (2-4 weeks), Language test preparation and passing (1-3 months), Skills test (1-2 months), Visa application and COE processing (1-2 months), Pre-departure orientation (1 week). Processing time varies based on individual preparation and test schedules.

Through ethical recruitment agencies like Frontline, workers pay minimal fees covering only essential costs (medical test, passport, orientation). Under Japan's accepting organization system, most recruitment and visa costs are covered by employers. Beware of agencies charging excessive fees - this violates international ethical recruitment standards.

SSW1 visa holders cannot bring family members during their 5-year stay. However, SSW2 visa holders (who pass advanced skills tests) can bring immediate family members and have a path to permanent residency. TITP visa holders cannot bring family members.

Japan offers excellent worker benefits: Social insurance (health insurance, pension), Employment insurance (unemployment protection), Workers' compensation insurance, Annual paid leave (minimum 10 days), Overtime pay (1.25x-1.5x), Housing support (many employers provide accommodation), Bonus payments (common in many companies), National holidays.

For TITP: Applicants should typically be 18-30 years old. For SSW: No strict age limit, but most applicants are 18-35. Practical considerations include passing the physical demands of work and language tests. Some caregiving positions accept workers up to 45 years with relevant experience.

Frontline Recruitment is a DOFE-licensed agency with 20+ years experience deploying workers to Japan. We provide: Pre-departure Japanese language training, Skills test preparation support, Complete documentation handling, Partnership with verified Japanese accepting organizations, Post-deployment support, and ethical recruitment with transparent fees.