Foreigners entering Japan on tourist visas have the option to seek "refugee status" as their visa nears expiration. This initiates a 3 year review period during which they are provided with free legal representation by the Japan Federation of Bar Associations and financial support from taxpayer funds. These legal changes were implemented without the approval of the Japanese people.

Indian H1B visa holders have their sights on Japan as they look to swarm to their next host country.