HSP Points Calculator

Find out your Highly Skilled Professional score and whether you qualify for fast-track permanent residency. Free, no signup required.

If you may qualify as 特別高度人材 (J-Skip / ultra-highly skilled), immigration uses a different point system than this calculator. ISA official overview (MOJ) This tool covers standard Highly Skilled Professional Type 1 (i)(a), (i)(b), and (i)(c) points only.

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Category

Estimate only. Final eligibility must match ISA official point sheets and evidence requirements.

What type of work do you do in Japan?

HSP visas have three categories. Choose the one that best describes your role.

Category A: Academic Research

Researchers, university professors, R&D professionals

Category B: Specialized / Technical

Engineers, IT specialists, designers, translators, finance professionals

Category C: Business Management

Business executives, managers, entrepreneurs. From Oct 2025, stricter Business Manager visa rules (capital, staffing, Japanese) affect some people on this track — confirm your status with ISA if you came via a business route.

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Educational Information Only

This tool provides general educational information about Japan's immigration process. It is not legal advice and does not constitute document preparation services. Always verify with ISA official sources and consult a licensed 行政書士 for your specific case. ISA. Last verified: 2026-03-31.