How to write "History of dating (reason)" in the "questionnaire" required to apply for a Japanese spouse visa

1. In the beginning

If a Japanese person wants to marry a foreigner, they can do so by gathering the necessary documents and submitting a marriage registration at a government office.
However,It's not "to get married = to live together in Japan"Please note that.

In order for a foreign spouse to live in Japan,Japanese spouse visa” and obtain permission.
An important document for applying for this is “Question form".

In this column, we will discuss the most important questions in the questionnaire.Background of datingAn administrative scrivener who is a professional visa application will provide detailed explanations, focusing on how to write (the circumstances that led to the marriage).

Applications for a Japanese spouse visa are examined from various perspectives, such as whether it is a true marriage rather than a fake marriage, and whether you can live on a stable economic basis in Japan.
It would be difficult if you applied without knowing the key points of the examination and the immigration authorities were suspicious of you.
In addition, Once disapproved, it becomes difficult to dispel the reason for disapproval.
If you are unsure, it is a good idea to ask an administrative scrivener to handle the procedure.

XNUMX.What is the “questionnaire” required for Japanese spouse visa application?

When applying for a Japanese spouse visa, thisQuestion formis a very important document.
Because, as I said at the beginning, especially "Whether it is a fake marriage""Is it a real marriage?This is because it contains important content for determining ``.

The questionnaire is required forWhen applying for certification/change of Japanese spouse visaAnd,No need to submit when renewing.

▼What happens if you lie on the questionnaire?

In the questionnaire,Contrary to the factsIn the worst case,Visa application not permittedNot only becomePossibility of being charged.
Make sure that there are no lies, mistakes, or secrets in the information you enter.

▼What is the content of the “Questionnaire”?

The questionnaire has 8 pages and 12 items in total, and there are two ways to fill it out: check and select, and write freely.
For example, for the item ``home'' in the questionnaire, it would be easy to fill in if you just check the appropriate box for ``self-owned'' or ``rented home.'' When someone asks you something like, ``Please write it down,'' some people may immediately find themselves at a loss, thinking, ``Huh? How should I write this?''
In the next section, I will explain in detail the circumstances that led to this marriage.

XNUMX. Points to consider when examining “How the marriage came about”

Among the items in the questionnaireHow to write "How you got married"about,Immigration examination pointsLet's check while holding down.

By the way, the ``circumstances that led to the marriage'' are often submitted together with the questionnaire in the form of a separate ``statement of reasons'' in the form of documents and supporting materials.
In the following section, we will explain how to write this "reason letter".

▼ Overall content and structure

First, let's talk about what the overall content should be.
Since the theme is "how we got married", we met in the first place, whether there was an introducer, how we got married, the flow that led to each other wanting to get married, the proposal, and to each other's parents. You need to be as specific as possible in chronological order about how you gave the greeting.

Contents of the statement of reasons for applying for a Japanese spouse visa

1. ① First encounter with the other person
2. ② If there is an introducer, about the introducer
3. ③ Date and course of the relationship
4. ④ How did you meet and why did you want to get married?
5. ⑤ The date of the proposal, who spoke about it and how, and what each other thought.
6. ⑥ Family reunions, weddings and receptions
7. ⑦ Date and place of marriage formalities (Japan/home country)

▼ About the introducer

When the Immigration Bureau examinesStrictly check for fake marriageTo do.
If you have this “introducer”,Sham marriage brokerAn explanation is required to ensure that there is no doubt.
If you meet someone on a dating agency, SNS, app, or internet site, there will be a strict review to see if the site is run in a sound manner, so please be sure to provide specific information to avoid any doubts. must be clearly explained.

In particular, companies such as dating agencies mediateWhen the brokerage fee is paidwill be subject to stricter scrutiny.
You will need to prove that you are not an illegal broker mediating fake marriages, so be sure to keep this in mind when providing explanations and documentation.

▼ About contact methods during dating

How did you get in touch with your foreigner, whether they lived abroad or stayed in Japan?Materials that show how to contact, frequency, location, what you were talking about, etc.It would be nice to attach.
In the immigration examination,Long-distance relationships between Japan and overseas = non-face-to-face dating tend to be more severe than face-to-face dating.
Therefore, especially in the case of a non-face-to-face relationship, if you have a screenshot of the screen or the date and time of the call, whether it was by phone, email, or online video chat, print it out and submit it as a record.
Printed texts from LINE and emails can also be used as documentation, and if you made an international call, the details of the call can be used as records.
Not a fake marriageDetailed materials to prove that it is a true marriageLet's prepare.

▼ Regarding the relationship period (dates, photos from travel destinations, etc.)

During the dating periodHow often and where you dated or traveled, in as much detail as possible, showing the date in chronological orderShown in the reason book.

If the foreigner you are marrying is staying in Japan, you can also submit documents showing the dates and itinerary of dates and trips, as well as photos, as records of your relationship.
It would be a good idea to specifically present some anecdotes that only they themselves would know.
In particularIf the relationship period is short, the examination will be stricter..
Be sure to explain your marriage carefully and prepare materials to avoid suspicion that it is a sham marriage.

Also, in addition to objective records, including the daily communication mentioned above, it is a good idea to record changes in each other's feelings, as well as specific reasons and triggers for wanting to get married.

▼ Proposal details

Specific details such as the date and place of the proposal, the words of the proposal, the reaction of the other party (how you felt, what you answered), etc.write.
If you proposed without meeting in person, include the means of communication (phone, email, online video chat, etc.).
If there is something that will be recorded, such as a photo of the proposal, it is a good idea to attach it to the reason book.

What to include in the proposal details

• ・ Date, time
• ·place
• ・ Communication means (if you cannot meet in person)
• ・ Proposal words
• ・ Reaction of the other party
• ・ Mutual feelings
• ・ If there is something that remains in the record such as a photo, attach it

▼ Wedding ceremony and presentation/introduction to each other's parents

In the case of fake marriage, we often do not even get married or refer to each other's parents.Therefore, clearing this point will deepen the truth and credibility of the marriage.
From the perspective of preventing the spread of coronavirus infection, there is a trend to refrain from holding weddings, but if you have invited friends and family members to an online wedding, please print out the invitation email and check the details of the event. It is a good idea to take a screenshot of the screen (participant's image thumbnail), print it, and submit it.
Even if you are showing off with just your family, you can prepare the materials for the statement of reason online using the method above.

Information and materials when holding a wedding ceremony or unveiling party

• ·Implementation date and time
• ·place
• ・ Implementation method (Skype, zoom, etc.)
• ・ Number of participants (such as showing a breakdown of several people from each other's countries)
• ・ Participants (relationship with groom / bride)
• ・ Invitation card as soon as the ceremony
• ・ What kind of story did you actually talk about, episodes, etc.
• · Photos and screenshots of the screen (if online)

▼ I will also touch on the economic foundation after marriage.

As a point of permission for Japanese spouse visa applicationThe point of "whether or not we can secure a foundation for stable living in Japan" is also very important..
If the Japanese person getting married is unemployed or has just started work and is not stable, you can add an explanation about the assets you own (housing, unearned income, continuous support from parents, etc.). It will be important.

XNUMX.Summary

So far, I have explained how to write a reason book (the process leading up to marriage in the "questionnaire") to be submitted when applying for a Japanese spouse visa, along with various points.
The points of permitting a Japanese spouse visa and the points that immigration raises doubts areIt varies depending on the person getting married and their country of origin..
For example, in countries such as China where there are many fake marriages, the examination tends to be stricter.
Other reasons include international long-distance relationships, a large age difference (such as over 20 years), or a short relationship (the average length of a relationship before marriage for Japanese people is four years, so If the marriage is short), it is easy to suspect a sham marriage.
These “Points where immigration inspection may become stricter” in advance, and take action at that point.Write a written reason in advance to avoid any doubts (prepare supporting materials as well)That is the point of getting permission smoothly.

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