Re: [tlug] Embedded linux dev wanting to find work in Tokyo.. Seeking advice.

[Joe Larabell <fred62@example.com>]

> ... There is some risk here because if you don't 
> find work within 30 to 45 days your likely hood of having to leave the 
> country once (and come right back in) is quite high as it typically 
> takes 4 to 8 weeks for the Japanese government to process your visa 
> request.
>
> Note that only the Tokyo immigration office has this "pick up where you 
> left off" power. If I understand correctly, if you try to do this in 
> Osaka or another region, your application will be canceled the moment 
> you leave the country and you will have to re-apply from scratch.

This must be something new, as every source I've ever seen on the subject 
says you can only apply for a working visa from *outside* the country 
anyway. So once one finds a job, it's necessary to leave Japan in order to 
start the application process.

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