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Sri Lanka to Japan
Sri Lanka to Japan Specified Skilled Worker Visa
Route readiness
Research completeness
Visa type
Work visa
Difficulty
Medium
Timeline
Usually 3–6 months, depending on exams, employer, COE, and visa processing
Documents
12 listed
Japan Specified Skilled Worker requirements depend on the industry field, test status, employer contract, Certificate of Eligibility, and official visa process. Always verify the latest exam, document, and visa requirements through the Embassy of Japan in Sri Lanka, Japan’s official SSW support website, and official immigration sources before paying any third party or making travel plans.
Overview
What this route covers
A planning summary for this visa path.
Sri Lankan applicants who want to work in Japan under the Specified Skilled Worker system usually need to pass the required Japanese language test and industry skills test, secure an employment contract with a Japanese company, and complete the Certificate of Eligibility and visa process. The route is suitable for applicants preparing for work in approved specified industry fields.
Applicant profile
Who this visa is for
This route is for Sri Lankan applicants who want to work in Japan in an approved specified industry field and can meet the Japanese language, skills test, employer contract, and immigration requirements. It is especially relevant for applicants preparing for SSW exams or applicants who already have an eligible employment pathway through a Japanese employer.
Eligibility
Eligibility notes
Estimated cost
Planning cost snapshot
Official fees are calculated from published cost items marked Official fee. Proof of funds is shown separately as money to show, not a fee.
Official fees to pay
Not calculated
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Proof of funds to show
Not calculated
Not set in cost summary or cost items
Preparation costs
USD 150–900
Document, medical, travel, and other preparation estimates
Planning estimate only. Costs can include test preparation, skills/language exams, document translations, visa application centre service fees, transport, medical or other preparation, and employer/COE-related steps. Verify official fees and test fees before applying.
Processing time
How long it usually takes
Usually 3–6 months, depending on exams, employer, COE, and visa processing
Documents
Required documents
Early planning checklist. Confirm final requirements with official sources.
Valid passport
Visa application form
Passport-size photo
Certificate of Eligibility
Employment contract or employer documents
Japanese language test result
Specified skills test result
Technical Intern Training completion evidence where applicable
National Identity Card and certified English translation
Birth certificate and certified English translation
Bank statement where required
Supporting documents requested by the Embassy or visa application centre
Process
Step-by-step process
Risk signals
Common rejection reasons
Travel profile
Travel profile
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Practical flight and routing signals for planning this visa route. Not a booking service.
Flight type
Usually one stop
Estimated travel time
9–14 hours
Travel difficulty
Moderate
Common transit hubs
- Singapore
- Kuala Lumpur
- Bangkok
- Seoul
- Doha
- Dubai
Common airlines
- SriLankan Airlines
- Singapore Airlines
- Malaysia Airlines
- Thai Airways
- Qatar Airways
- Emirates
- Japan Airlines
- ANA
Arrival airports
- Tokyo Narita
- Tokyo Haneda
- Osaka Kansai
- Nagoya Chubu
- Fukuoka
Transit warning
Check transit visa rules before booking, especially for long layovers, airport changes, separate-ticket connections, or transit through countries with stricter entry rules.
Sri Lanka to Japan usually involves one stop depending on airline, route, season, and arrival city. Travel time can vary based on layover duration and whether the ticket is booked as one itinerary or separate tickets.
Travel estimates are planning signals only. Flight availability, airline routes, transit rules, and travel times can change.
Official sources
Official sources
Last reviewed
Status of Residence “Specified Skilled Worker” — Embassy of Japan in Sri Lanka
High reliabilityVerified linkEmbassy / consulate page
Used for Sri Lanka-specific SSW route context, Japanese language test, skills test, and applicant guidance.
Support Website for the Specified Skilled Worker Program
High reliabilityVerified linkGovernment portal
Used for official SSW program overview, steps to work in Japan, tests, company contract, and required documents.
Steps to Working in Japan — SSW Support Website
High reliabilityVerified linkGovernment portal
Used for employment contract, Certificate of Eligibility, and process timeline context.
VISA — Embassy of Japan in Sri Lanka
High reliabilityVerified linkEmbassy / consulate page
Used for Sri Lanka visa applicant identity, civil document, translation, and bank statement guidance.
Japan visa service fee — VFS Global Sri Lanka
Medium reliabilityVisa application centre
Used for visa application centre service fee reference.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Important disclaimer
VisaAtlas is a research and planning platform. Always verify final requirements with official authorities before applying.
Cost intelligence
Estimated money needed for this route.
These figures are planning estimates only. Actual costs can change depending on official fees, exchange rates, service providers, document preparation, and applicant profile.
Exchange rates are estimates and may differ from banks, card providers, or visa centres. FX estimate updated: 2026-06-04.
Estimated totals
LKR cost estimate
Official fees to pay
LKR 4,375
Approx. USD 13
Preparation costs
LKR 195,000–800,000
Approx. USD 585–USD 2,400
Proof of funds to show
Not calculated
Official fees include only cost items marked Official fee. Proof of funds is money to show, not a fee. Preparation includes document, medical, travel, and other non-official planning costs.
Japan visa application centre service fee
Official fee
VFS Global Sri Lanka published a Japan visa service fee of LKR 4,375 per passport from 14 August 2023. Verify the latest service fee before applying.
Check sourceLKR 4,375–4,375
Approx. USD 13
Japanese language and skills test preparation
Document preparation
Planning estimate for language learning, skills test preparation, exam-related travel, and preparation materials. Actual cost depends on applicant level and industry field.
LKR 30,000–200,000
Approx. USD 90–USD 600
Document translation and certification
Translation / notarization
Planning estimate for certified translations and document preparation where required by the embassy, visa centre, employer, or COE process.
LKR 15,000–100,000
Approx. USD 45–USD 300
Travel and relocation preparation
Travel / relocation
Planning estimate for flights, local transport, initial settlement, and travel-related preparation. Actual cost depends on city, airline, baggage, and employer support.
LKR 150,000–500,000
Approx. USD 450–USD 1,500
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