Shiga Foreign Residents Information Center (SIA Consultation Desk for Foreigners)

There is a consultation desk for foreign residents set up in the prefecture with consultants who can speak foreign languages, provide information and recommend specialized offices in accordance to the needs of the client about issues concerning labor, medical care, education, etc. Consultations may also be done through telephone, FAX or e-mails. (Confidentiality is strictly observed.)
In-person consultations will be suspended for the time being starting Monday, January 18, 2021 to prevent the spread of novel coronavirus infection.
Please contact by phone, fax or email for consultation service.
Consultation fee
Free of charge
Available languages
Portuguese, Spanish, English, Tagalog, Vietnamese
➢ Other languages will be consulted through the interpreting call center.
Consultation schedule
Mon. to Fri. (Closed on Sat., Sun., public & the New Year holidays) 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Consultations through telephone, FAX, e-mail
- TEL:077-523-5646
- FAX:077-510-0601
- Email:mimitaro@s-i-a.or.jp