SSW Caregiver (Kaigo) Visa Japan from Bangladesh
The Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) – Caregiver (Kaigo) visa allows Bangladeshi citizens to work legally in Japan in elderly care facilities, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Japan is facing a shortage of care workers due to its aging population, and this visa provides a great opportunity for Bangladeshi workers to build a career in Japan.
What is SSW Caregiver (Kaigo) Visa?
The SSW (Tokutei Ginou) Caregiver Visa is a work visa introduced by the Japanese Government in 2019.
Under this visa, foreign workers can work in:
- Nursing homes
- Elderly care centers
- Rehabilitation facilities
- Home care services
- Hospitals (care support section)
Basic Requirements for SSW Caregiver Visa
To apply for SSW Caregiver visa, you must meet the following conditions:
Age Requirement
Minimum age: 18 years
Maximum age: No official limit (depends on employer)
Educational Qualification
Minimum: SSC / Equivalent
Higher education is preferred but not mandatory
Japanese Language Requirement
You must pass one of the following:
Option A:
JLPT N4 or higher
OR
Option B:
JFT-Basic (Japan Foundation Test)
AND
Must pass Caregiver Skill Evaluation Test (Kaigo Skill Test)
Caregiver Skill Test (Mandatory)
You must pass:
Nursing Care Skills Evaluation Test
Nursing Care Japanese Language Evaluation Test
These tests check:
Basic caregiving knowledge
Patient handling
Communication with elderly people
Medical safety rules
Health Requirement
Physically and mentally fit
Medical certificate required
No infectious diseases
Clean Police Clearance
Police Clearance Certificate from Bangladesh
No criminal record
Valid Passport
Must have a valid Bangladeshi passport
Minimum 6 months validity
Visa Duration
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SSW Type 1 Visa
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Valid for 1 year (renewable)
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Maximum 5 years
Family members cannot be brought under SSW Type 1.
Can You Change Employer?
Yes, you can change employer:
Within same sector (Caregiver)
Must report to immigration office
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