Persons whose status of residence is “Spouse or Child of Japanese National” “Long-Term Resident” “Permanent Resident” or “Spouse or Child of Permanent Resident” have no restrictions on their activities. There is therefore no need for them to change their status of residence according to their occupation. However, persons with other types of status of residence need to change their status of residence, in the event of changing occupation or starting to work, to a status which fits their occupational activities. They must put in an “Application for changing status of residence” at their regional immigration bureau. The necessary documents vary depending on your status of residence and period of stay, so please enquire at the regional immigration bureau in the area where you live.