Tien Sanh Vient (35), and Truong Than Thao (40), both Vietnamese Nationals, were arrested on suspicion of unauthorized creation and use of electromagnetic records, for using a substitute test taker in a Japanese language exam that can be used for residence status applications in Japan.
According to reports, Tien allegedly took the test posing as Truong, and submitted the answer data via computer. The results of the test can be used for applying for residence status under “specified skilled worker.” The police believe that Truong, who was a technical intern at the time, wanted to obtain this visa to stay longer in Japan, and Tien took the test on his behalf.
Police believe this type of test taking may be widespread.
