Company Refuses Resignation in Japan: Simple Checks
What foreign workers can record and ask if a company does not accept resignation.
- Keep a Written Record
- Check Contract Type
- Ask About Final Procedures
- Do Not Sign Under Pressure
- Consult if Threatened
Keep a Written Record
If you tell the company you want to resign, keep email, message, letter, or notes with date and person.
Check Contract Type
Rules may differ for fixed-term contracts and indefinite contracts. Check your contract period.
Ask About Final Procedures
Confirm final salary, paid leave, health insurance, pension, unemployment insurance documents, and return items.
Do Not Sign Under Pressure
If you are asked to sign something you do not understand, ask for time and translation.
Consult if Threatened
If the company threatens you or refuses documents, consult a labor office or support desk.
This article is based on official public information and is written in simple English. Procedures may differ by person and city. Please check the official page or a consultation office for your own case.
Source: https://www.mhlw.go.jp/stf/seisakunitsuite/bunya/roudoukijun/index.html
