Missed the JLPT? Here’s what you can do next
Even if you missed out on a spot for this year's Japanese-Language Proficiency Test, you may have more options than you originally thought.
Japan is tightening language requirements for permanent residency, according to the Immigration Services Agency. The government, led by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, has introduced new standards for residence applications. The surge in demand for the JLPT test has driven these changes.
Starting in April next year, permanent residents must prove their language skills at B1 level or higher. This requirement corresponds to an N3 level on the JLPT scale. The new guidelines from the ISA will enforce these changes.
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