Hello Work in Japan: Job and Unemployment Support for Foreign Residents

What foreign residents can use Hello Work for and what to bring when visiting.

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Quick checklist

  • What Hello Work Does
  • When to Visit
  • What to Bring
  • Language Support
  • Keep Records

What Hello Work Does

Hello Work is a public employment service in Japan. It can support job search and unemployment insurance procedures.

When to Visit

Visit when you are looking for a job, lost a job, quit a job, need unemployment insurance information, or want to check work support services.

What to Bring

Bring your residence card, passport, employment documents, resignation documents, My Number information if needed, and any letters from your company.

Language Support

Some offices or areas have foreign language support. Availability differs by location, so check before visiting if possible.

Keep Records

Keep documents and notes from each visit. They may be needed for later job search or benefit procedures.

Source and note

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/0000139508.html