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Trial Employment Grant

トライアル雇用助成金（一般トライアルコース）For hiring people with less experience, on a trial

Want to try a new hire before committing? This grant supports a three-month trial for job seekers who find it hard to get work — with a view to permanent employment.

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Updated October 26, 2026 · Checked against the official site by our editors

Per person

¥40K

A month, up to 3 months

Some workers

¥50K

A month, e.g. single parents

Via

Hello Work

Or certain placement agencies

Plan due

2 weeks

After the start date

How it works

  1. 01

    Post a trial job トライアル求人

    At Hello Work (or an eligible placement agency).

  2. 02

    Hire through referral 紹介・雇入れ

    A job seeker who finds it hard to get work due to lack of experience or skills, with permanent hiring in mind.

  3. 03

    Submit the trial plan 実施計画書

    Within 2 weeks of the start date, with the working conditions.

  4. 04

    Run the trial トライアル雇用

    In principle 3 months.

  5. 05

    Apply for payment 支給申請

    Within 2 months after the trial ends. Paid in one lump sum.

How much

WorkerPer monthMaximum
StandardUp to ¥40,000¥120,000 (3 months)
Single parentUp to ¥50,000¥150,000 (3 months)

Amounts as shown by the labor ministry when we checked. Your company must be enrolled in employment insurance — see Hiring and social insurance.

FAQ

How much is the Trial Employment Grant in Japan?

Up to ¥40,000 a month per person for up to three months, or up to ¥50,000 for single parents and similar workers.

Can a foreign-owned company use the Trial Employment Grant?

Yes. Eligibility depends on the employer meeting the employment insurance and other rules, not on the owner’s nationality.

What are the deadlines for the Trial Employment Grant?

Submit the trial employment plan within two weeks of the start date, and apply for payment within two months after the trial ends.

Sources

This page is a plain-English summary, not legal advice. The official Japanese guidelines always take priority.

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