I received job offers from IT companies, platform companies, game companies, fintechs, cloud companies, etc. as head of the development organization, head of infrastructure operation, and head of security (CISO), but I asked myself, “Is it possible to get an E-7 visa for this job?” There are many foreign job seekers who are worried.
Information and communication managers (1350) are not just developers,Strategic manager job group who operates and manages the entire IT/information and communications organizationno see. Immigration checks not only technical capabilities but also the scope of organizational management responsibilities.
We summarize the key points from the job seeker's perspective.
General management of development organization (Backend, Frontend, AI, etc.)
Infrastructure, cloud, and network operation management
Establishment of information security policy and establishment of control system
IT strategy establishment and technology roadmap management
Organizational human resources, budget, and performance management
This does not apply to simple developer, engineer, or system administrator roles.
The Immigration Department clearly distinguishes between “practical technicians” and “organization managers.”
E-7 (Special Activities, Professional)
D-10 (Job Seeking) → E-7 change application possible
Top-tier review available for advanced IT professionals
For managerial positions, company size and salary standards are considered more important than general development E-7 positions.
| division | Detailed requirements | check |
|---|---|---|
| Education | Bachelor's degree or higher in IT, computer engineering, information and communication, or related major or equivalent experience | ☐ |
| personal history | Experience in organizational management including development, infrastructure, and security | ☐ |
| job level | Overseeing operations at an organizational level rather than a team level | ☐ |
| salary | Typically above the domestic average income (GNI), manager level salary | ☐ |
| company requirements | Corporations operating normally, businesses subscribed to employment insurance | ☐ |
| Foreigner Necessity | Demonstrate global service operation, overseas technology collaboration, and special technology expertise | ☐ |
Managerial occupations are especiallyLogic of the necessity of hiring foreignersis important.
Conclusion of employment contract
Clarification of job description
Confirmation of position in organizational chart
Determination of salary level
Application for change of residence status
Submission of company financial data and technology project data
The job description must clearly state that the position is “Establishing IT strategy and overseeing organizational operations.”
When actual work is focused on development work
Formal CTO designation in small startups
Salary is below manager level
Lack of explanation of necessity for foreigners
Even if your title is CTO or Head of IT, the immigration office will judge you based on your actual job description.
Information and communication managers (1350) are classified as E-7 professionals, but the key to approval is not technical ability.Organizational operation/strategy responsibility levelno see.
To increase your chances of approval:
Authority structure in organizational chart
Manager salary level
The need for a global technology strategy
Company size and sales structure
must be designed systematically.
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