SSW Agriculture Visa Requirements from Bangladesh
The Japan SSW Agriculture Visa is a government-approved work visa that allows Bangladeshi citizens to work legally in Japan’s agriculture and farming sector. This visa is designed to address Japan’s labor shortage and offers better salary, longer stay, and more freedom compared to the TITP visa.
What is SSW Agriculture Visa?
The Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) – Agriculture visa allows foreign workers to work in Japan’s farming and agricultural industries, including crop cultivation, livestock farming, and related activities.
There are two types of SSW visas, but Bangladesh applicants mainly apply for SSW Type 1.
Types of SSW Visa
SSW Type 1
- Duration: Up to 5 years
- Job change allowed (within same sector)
- Family stay: Not allowed
- Skill & Japanese language test required
SSW Type 2 (Not available for Agriculture yet)
- Long-term / permanent option
- Family allowed
Eligibility Requirements for Bangladesh Applicants
To apply for a Japan SSW Agriculture Visa from Bangladesh, applicants must meet the following criteria:
1. Age Requirement
- Minimum age: 18 years
- No official maximum age (generally preferred under 40)
2. Educational Qualification
- No high academic degree required
- SSC pass preferred
- Practical farming experience is more important than education
3. Work Experience
- Experience in:
- Crop farming
- Vegetable cultivation
- Fruit farming
- Livestock (poultry, cattle, dairy)
- Former TITP Agriculture trainees can switch easily to SSW
4. Japanese Language Requirement
- Must pass JLPT N4 or equivalent
- OR JFT-Basic (Japan Foundation Test)
- Basic Japanese communication skill is mandatory
5. Skill Test (Agriculture)
Applicants must pass the SSW Agriculture Skill Test, which includes:
- Crop cultivation knowledge
- Use of farming tools
- Livestock handling basics
- Safety and hygiene
(TITP agriculture graduates are exempt from skill test)
6. Health Requirements
- Physically and mentally fit
- No infectious or serious diseases
- Medical report from Japan-approved medical center
7. Criminal Record
- Police Clearance Certificate required
- No criminal history
Agriculture Job Categories Under SSW
SSW Agriculture visa covers:
🌾 Crop Agriculture
- Vegetable farming
- Fruit cultivation
- Greenhouse farming
- Rice and grain production
🐄 Livestock Agriculture
- Poultry farming
- Dairy farming
- Cattle and livestock care
- Feed management
Required Documents for SSW Agriculture Visa
Personal Documents
- Valid Passport (minimum 2–3 years validity)
- National ID Card
- Birth Certificate
- Passport-size photographs
Education & Experience
- SSC/HSC certificates (if available)
- Work experience certificates
- Training certificates (if any)
Language & Skill
- JLPT N4 or JFT-Basic certificate
- Agriculture Skill Test pass certificate (if applicable)
Legal Documents
- Police Clearance Certificate
- Medical Fitness Certificate
Japan-side Documents
- Job offer letter
- Employment contract
- Certificate of Eligibility (COE)
Why Choose SSW Agriculture Visa?
- Higher salary than TITP
- Legal worker status (not trainee)
- Job change allowed
- Direct hiring by Japanese companies
- Strong demand in Japan
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