Japan's Ibaraki Prefecture has officially launched a reward program for individuals who provide information about illegal foreign workers. This move aims to strengthen oversight and address cases of foreigners working without proper authorization in the prefecture.
According to the prefectural government, the program will reward individuals who supply accurate tips that help authorities detect and handle violations involving foreign workers lacking valid permits. The specific reward amount will depend on the usefulness and severity of the reported case.
The initiative comes as Ibaraki faces a rising number of foreign workers, particularly in agriculture and food processing sectors. Many are believed to be working beyond their visa validity or without legal working status.
The prefectural government hopes the reward system will encourage residents and businesses to cooperate more closely with regulatory bodies, helping maintain labor market order and protect the rights of legal workers.
