Japanese phrase
資格外活動許可は___ですか？ shi kaku gai katsu dō kyo ka wa ___ de su ka
Meaning
Is permission for activities beyond your status of residence ___?
When to use it
Checks whether a separate permit is needed for an activity. This polite question often appears when international students ask about working or other activities not covered by their residence status.
Example dialogue
アルバイトを始めたいのですが、資格外活動許可は必要ですか？ a ru ba i to o haji me ta i no de su ga shi kaku gai katsu dō kyo ka wa hitsu yō de su ka
I want to start a part-time job. Is permission for activities beyond my status of residence needed?
はい、先に申請が必要です。 ha i saki ni shin sei ga hitsu yō de su
Yes, you need to apply first.