Unemployment Insurance Documents in Japan

Documents foreign workers should check after leaving a job in Japan.

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Quick checklist

  • Ask for Documents
  • Visit Hello Work
  • Check the Reason for Leaving
  • Keep Copies
  • Check Other Procedures

Ask for Documents

After leaving a job, ask about employment insurance documents, resignation documents, final payslip, and tax documents.

Visit Hello Work

Hello Work checks your work history, reason for leaving, and documents. Bring your residence card and company documents.

Check the Reason for Leaving

The reason written by the company may affect procedures. If it is different from your understanding, ask Hello Work.

Keep Copies

Keep copies or photos of documents before submitting anything.

Check Other Procedures

Health insurance, pension, resident tax, and visa status may also need attention after resignation.

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/koyou_roudou/koyou/koyouhoken/index.html