Japan offers several
Work Visa
to accommodate various professional roles and industries.
These visas fall under specific categories depending on the nature of the work. Below are the main types of work visas in Japan
Requirements for SSW
Automobile Transport
The SSW (Tokutei Ginou) Visa – Automobile Transport is for foreign workers who want to work in truck
driving, cargo transport, and passenger transport in Japan.
Age Requirement
• Applicants must generally be between 18 and 40 years old to qualify for the visa.
Skills and Exam Requirements:
To qualify, you must pass:
01
Skills Test:
• Tokutei Ginou (特定技能) Exam – Automobile Transport
• Covers truck driving, vehicle operation, safety protocols, and cargo handling
02
Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT or JFT-Basic)
• Must pass JLPT N4 or JFT-Basic (A2 level)
03
Japanese Driver’s License:
• Must obtain a valid Japanese driver’s license (大型自動車免許 – Large Vehicle License)
• Foreign licenses may need to be converted through a driving test in Japan l)
04
Job Duties under SSW - Automobile Transport
✔ Operating trucks, buses, or delivery vehicles
✔ Transporting goods or passengers across Japan
✔ Ensuring vehicle safety and performing basic maintenance
✔ Following traffic laws and safety regulations
✔ Loading/unloading cargo and handling delivery paperwork
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Visa & Employment Details
• Initial Duration: 1 year, renewable up to 5 years
• No Family Sponsorship: Cannot bring spouse or children
• Employer Sponsorship: Must have a job offer from a Japanese transport company
• Salary: Equal to or higher than a Japanese worker in the same role
• Industry Support Organization: Ensures fair treatment and training
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Application Process
Step 1: Prepare for the Exams
• Study Japanese road laws, vehicle operation, and safety procedures
• Take Tokutei Ginou – Automobile Transport practice tests
• Pass JLPT N4 or JFT-Basic
Step 2: Obtain a Japanese Driver’s License
• If you have a foreign truck driving license, check if it can be converted in Japan
• If not, you must take a driving test in Japan
Step 3: Find a Job
• Apply through SSW job matching agencies
• Companies conduct interviews & driving skill assessments
Step 4: Visa Application
• Employer provides a Certificate of Eligibility (COE)
• Submit visa application at the Japanese embassy in your country
• Travel to Japan and start working
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How SAKU Japanese Language Pvt. Ltd. Can Help
✅ Japanese Language Training (JLPT N5–N4)
✅ Tokutei Ginou Exam Preparation (Automobile Transport)
✅ Job Placement Assistance with Japanese transport companies
✅ Visa Processing Support
Contacts
Location
Saku Japanese Language School (pvt).Ltd
Head Office
- 07 Turnour Rd, Colombo 00800
- 0702240050
- info@sakujls.lk
Support
support@sakujls.lk
