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Unofficial EstimateEstimate whether you meet the income and pension requirements for Japan permanent residency under the 2026 ISA guidelines.
Based on ISA guidelines published 1 October 2026.
Income & public-burden rulesalso apply to Apr 2026–Mar 2027 applications that were still pending on 1 Oct 2026 (or filed after). Pension & language apply from Apr 2027. This tool is for reference only — consult an immigration specialist for your case. See methodology & sources.
Reports state pension shortfalls can be made up with savings and assets.
⚠️ Estimate only.The ISA has not published an income figure; the real benchmark depends on your household size. These are Komichi's reference estimates, not official ISA thresholds. Confirm with the ISA and, if borderline, an immigration lawyer.
Based on projected enrollment of 40 kosei nenkin years by age 65.
India context: Most SSW caregivers (¥2.4–2.8M) fall below both income benchmarks. IT engineers (¥5–7M) typically meet the practical bar; senior roles (¥10M+) meet both. Pension enrollment is more achievable with 10–15+ years in Japan.
Both benchmarks are always shown above. This selector only changes which is emphasized — neither is hidden.
Disclaimer: Based on ISA guidelines published 1 October 2026. The new income and "public-burden" provisions also apply to applications filed from 1 April 2026 that were still pending on 1 October 2026 (or filed after). Pension, language and the other new requirements apply to applications from 1 April 2027. This tool is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Consult an immigration lawyer or the ISA directly for official guidance.