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IMPACT – MEDIUM
What is the change? Japan will observe “Golden Week” holidays on April 29 and May 3-5.
What does the change mean? Government offices will be closed and in-country immigration processing will be suspended during the holidays.
Background: Golden Week begins April 29 with Showa Day. Constitution Day is observed on May 3, Greenery Day on May 4, and Children’s Day on May 5. All four are national holidays and government offices will be closed.
BAL Analysis: Employers should plan for the upcoming office closures and, if needed, file time-sensitive applications and notifications before the break.
This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice group and our network provider located in Japan. For additional information, please contact your BAL attorney.
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