The E-7-4 visa (Skilled Worker Visa) is a type of E-7 visa designed for individuals who have worked for more than four years under qualifications such as E-9 (Non-professional Employment), E-10 (Seafarer Employment), or H-2 (Working Visit). Applicants must meet specific age, education, certification, and salary requirements. As of 2024, a total of 35,000 visas are available annually. This visa benefits both companies, by enabling them to hire skilled workers, and employees, by allowing long-term employment.

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  Quota Allocation

  
  • 1)

    Employer Recommendation: 12,000

    

    Recommended by companies where the applicant has worked for over one year.

  • 2)

    Central Government Recommendation: 9,650

    

    Ministry of Employment and Labor 3,650 (Manufacturing), inistry of Industry (Root Industries): 1,900 Ministry of Agriculture, Food, and Rural Affairs (Agriculture/Livestock): 1,600, Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries (Fisheries/Inland Shipping): 600, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport (Construction): 300

  • 3)

    Local Government Recommendation: 5,500

    

    Applicants must reside in the relevant local government area for at least two years after transitioning to E-7-4.

  • 4)

    Flexible Allocation: 7,850

    

    Reserved quota

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  Period of Stay and Activities Beyond Visa Scope

  

  Same as the E-7 visa (Link)