AIRPORT GROUND HANDLING

The Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) Visa for Airport Ground Handling is designed to attract foreign workers to address labour shortages in airport operations in Japan. This visa allows skilled individuals to work in ground handling roles, including baggage handling, passenger services, and aircraft maintenance support.

Below are the detailed :

Age Requirement

• Applicants must generally be between 18 and 40 years old to qualify for the visa.

Skills and Qualifications

• Driving License
• SSW Airport Ground Handling Skill Evaluation Test
• Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) N4 or higher, or Japan Foundation Test for Basic Japanese (JFT-Basic).
• Basic communication skills are required to interact with colleagues and understand instructions.
• While prior experience is not mandatory, it is highly advantageous.
• Applicants who have completed Japanese Technical Intern Training Program (TITP) in Airport Ground Handling Industry may have their skills recognised, simplifying the visa process.

Health and Fitness

• Applicants must be in good physical and mental health to perform hospitality-related tasks, which may include long hours and physical labour.

Benefits

• Employment Opportunities – Access to stable job opportunities in Japan’s airport ground handling sector, including aircraft support, baggage handling, and passenger service operations.
• Skill Development – Gain practical skills and professional experience in airport operations, safety procedures, teamwork, and international service standards.
• Fair Wages – Receive wages and employment benefits that are equal to or comparable with Japanese workers performing the same duties.
• Support Services – Employers provide support such as accommodation assistance, workplace guidance, and language support to help workers adjust to life and work in Japan.
• Pathway to Long-Term Residency – The SSW program allows workers to build a long-term career in Japan’s aviation industry with opportunities to extend their stay depending on visa conditions.

By fulfilling these requirements and understanding the scope of work, applicants can successfully secure the SSW Airport Ground Handling Industry Visa and contribute to Japanese efficient and high-standard aviation support services sector.