Saga Shimbun article
Indonesian man re-arrested on suspicion of violation of Immigration Control and Refugee Act Saga Minami Police Station (Saga Shimbun 2025-02-18) is summarized as follows.
On the 18th, Saga Minami Police Station re-arrested a 40-year-old Indonesian national on suspicion of violating the Immigration Control and Refugee Act (activating activities other than that permitted under the status of residence granted). The man is suspected of having been engaged in nori cultivation work in Saga City without permission, despite having a “designated activity” residence status. He had previously been arrested for violating the same law (using a fake residence card) for showing a fake residence card to his employer.
Things employers should keep in mind when hiring foreigners
Check residence card
Please refer to our blog article (Regarding counterfeiting of residence cards (things that employers should be aware of)) which also describes the minimum things that employers should do, such as using a counterfeit card checking app, and the possibility that employers may be charged with a crime.
Recommended written oath
In addition, in order to minimize the risk of employers being charged with a crime, we recommend the use of a “written oath” in this blog article (When hiring foreigners, ask them to fill out a written oath). Please also take a look.