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Business Manager transitional handling reaches its review point

Official guidance describes transitional handling for some people already holding Business Manager status before the revised criteria took effect. That transition is time-limited.

Official sources linked at the point of useLast reviewed July 13, 2026Review cadence checked manually each weekBoundary coordination, not regulated advice
Who is affected
Existing Business Manager status holders whose renewals may rely on transitional treatment.
Recommended next step
Track the renewal date and obtain professional advice well before the transition period ends.
Official source
Immigration Services Agency
Hajime treatment
Explain the operational impact, track relevant dates and dependencies, and defer regulated interpretation to a licensed professional.

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