What is Hello Work? Are foreign nationals eligible for its services?

2022/5/17

The Public Employment Security Office, popularly known as “Hello Work,” is a government agency that provides a variety of services free of charge, including job placement, payment of unemployment insurance benefits, education and training. There are over 500 Hello Work locations throughout the country.
The law* prohibits Hello Work from discriminating against people on the basis of nationality.
When looking for a job, consulting Hello Work represents one of your best options.
At Hello Work, you can receive job referrals corresponding to your status of residence, and job referrals are also available for international students who wish to work part-time or find a job in Japan. However, job placement is not available for those who do not have a status of residence.
* Employment Security Law, Article 3