What is G to G Japan Program and How Can You Join?

The G to G Japan program is a cooperative initiative between the Indonesian and Japanese governments. Apart from Japan, other countries such as South Korea and Germany are also involved in similar G to G programs. This program is an excellent option for those seeking legal and safe job opportunities abroad, particularly in Japan, where labor demand is high in various sectors.

To participate in the program, applicants need to meet specific requirements that help streamline the selection process and ensure only qualified candidates are chosen. The BP2MI (Indonesian Migrant Workers Protection Agency) is responsible for managing the recruitment, training, and coordination between Indonesia and Japan.

The program recruits for various roles, but in 2024, specific openings were available for nurses and care workers. Nurses need to have a nursing qualification and take Japan’s national nursing exam, while care workers (known as “kaigo”) assist elderly people and individuals with disabilities in Japan. These roles provide an excellent opportunity for Indonesian professionals to work in Japan’s growing healthcare sector.

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What Is the G To G Japan Program?

G to G, or Government to Government Japan, is a formal partnership that sends Indonesian migrant workers to Japan through official cooperation between the Indonesian and Japanese governments. This program is managed directly by BP2MI (Indonesian Migrant Workers Protection Agency).

BP2MI handles recruitment, training, and coordination with Japanese HR departments to place qualified Indonesian workers. Selections typically occur annually based on the needs of different industries and roles. In 2024, for instance, recruitment opened for nurses and care workers. 

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Job Opportunities in the G To G Japan Program

Here’s a brief overview of the most commonly offered G to G Japan roles: nurse and care worker.

1. Nurse

To apply as a nurse, you must already be a certified nursing professional as per Japanese regulations. 
Applicants are typically scheduled to take Japan’s national nursing exam. You must meet the criteria set by relevant Japanese institutions to pursue this opportunity. 

2. Care Worker

A care worker, or “kaigo,” is responsible for assisting elderly individuals in Japan. You may also care for other clients, such as people with disabilities. 
The main duties include supporting the client’s daily needs, engaging in conversation, and working alongside healthcare professionals like nurses and doctors. 

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Application Requirements and Documents

Here are the general requirements and documents needed to apply for the G to G Japan program:

• ID card (KTP)
• Job seeker card (AK1)
• Passport
• Diploma (in Indonesian and English, combined in one file)
• Transcript (in Indonesian and English, combined in one file)
• Care worker training certificate for D3 non-nursing graduates
• Permission letter from a parent/guardian or spouse, signed and stamped, with village chief approval
• Medical certificate
• Valid police clearance (SKCK)
• Recent color photo, white background, front-facing, 3×4 cm
• Letter of commitment not to resign after passing selection, signed and stamped
• Letter of indemnity if disqualified during placement due to applicant’s fault, signed and stamped
• Female applicants must not be pregnant or have tattoos
• Selected applicants who withdraw cannot reapply to the program for 2 years
• Male applicants must not have tattoos or piercings

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Specific Requirements for G To G Japan

In addition to the general requirements, each role has specific criteria:

1. Care Worker Candidates

• Maximum age: 35
• D3/D4/S1 in nursing or D3 non-nursing with care worker certificate
• Signed agreement to be placed in Japan, stamped
• Japanese language certificate (N5 or JLPT equivalent) from a licensed training center

2. Nurse Candidates

• Maximum age: 35
• D3/D4/S1 in nursing with “ners” qualification
• Valid registration letter (STR) in both Indonesian and English, wet-stamped
• Work experience letter as a nurse for at least 2 years after STR issuance
• Japanese language certificate (N5 or JLPT equivalent) from a licensed training center