Family Stay Visa -Flow of Application, Conditions, Required Documents, etc.- - If you are applying for a visa, go to Climb, an administrative scrivener corporation in Takadanobaba, Tokyo!

What is a family stay visa?

Family visa visa is a visa to call foreign family members residing in Japan to Japan.
Please contact us if you are married (registered) or if you want to bring your child to Japan.

Conditions for obtaining a family stay visa

This applies when you are dependent on a person residing with a status of residence that allows you to work (spouse or child).

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art
Religious
News report
Highly professional
Management/Management (Investment/Management)
Legal / accounting business
Medical
Research
Education
Technology · Humanities · International work
Transfer within a company
Nursing care
Entertainment
skill
Cultural activities
Studying abroad (Japanese language schools and vocational schools are not applicable)

【Note】

● A spouse is someone who is married or registered in Japan or their home country.
　In addition, those who have been divorced or bereaved, those who have an inner relationship, and those who have same-sex marriage are not included.
　In the case of "same-sex marriage" established outside Japan, it is possible to apply for "specific activities" from a humanitarian idea.
● Children include “illegitimate children and adopted children.”
　Also, a child can be an adult only if he / she is financially dependent on his / her parents, but it is difficult unless there are special circumstances such as nursing purposes.
● This does not apply to parents and siblings, and as a general rule, they cannot be brought over for a "family stay."
● The following are not included in the "status of residence that can be worked".
"Diplomatic" "Public" "Training" "Technical intern training" "Specific activities" "Japanese spouse" "Permanent resident spouse" "Permanent resident" "Permanent resident"

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Application flow

STEP

Preparation of application documents and other necessary documents.

Application documents and attached documents

Photo (4cm x 3cm) 1 leaf

4cm

3cm

※ Captured from the front within 3 months before application, sharp with no background.
Please describe the name of the applicant on the back of the photo and paste it in the photo column of the application form.

Others

When applying for a Certificate of Eligibility

Reply envelope (specify the address on a standard envelope and postage for 404 yen
(With simple registered mail) 1 copy

In the case of an application for permission to change the status of residence and an application for permission to renew the period of stay

· Present passport and residence card
· Postcard (write address and name)

STEP

Apply to Immigration Bureau

STEP1

Submit documents.

STEP

Result notification

An envelope or postcard delivered to the Immigration Bureau at the time of application will receive notification of the result.

STEP

Procedure at Immigration Bureau

When applying for a Certificate of Eligibility

You do not need.

In the case of an application for permission to change the status of residence and an application for permission to renew the period of stay

Go to Immigration Bureau, purchase revenue stamps and sign a receipt.

Finished!

Attachment documents necessary for application

Documents required for family stay visa are basically as follows, but the necessary documents differ depending on the person.

When applying for a Certificate of Eligibility

A document evidencing the identity relationship between the applicant and the dependents in one of the following

One copy of family register
One marriage registration acceptance certificate
One marriage certificate (copy)
One birth certificate (copy)
Documents according to above 1-4

A copy of the dependent's residence card or passport

Documents certifying the dependents' profession and income

When dependents are conducting activities that run a business with income or receiving rewards
　(1) 1 copy of certificate of employment or business permit
　　　*Please submit a certificate that identifies the occupation of your dependents.
　(2) Certificate of taxation (or tax exemption) of resident tax and certificate of tax payment (one with total income and tax payment status for one year) 1 copy each
When dependents are engaged in activities other than 1 above
　(1) Certificate of deposit balance in the name of dependent or certificate regarding scholarship payment that specifies the amount and period of payment
　(2) Providing that the applicant's living expenses can be covered, as per the above (1).

* In addition to the above documents, there are cases where it is necessary to submit materials according to individual cases.

In the case of an application for permission to change the status of residence and an application for permission to renew the period of stay

A document evidencing the identity relationship between the applicant and the dependents in one of the following

One copy of family register
One marriage registration acceptance certificate
One marriage certificate (copy)
One birth certificate (copy)
Documents according to above 1-4

A copy of the dependent's residence card or passport

Documents certifying the dependents' profession and income

When dependents are conducting activities that run a business with income or receiving rewards
　(1) 1 copy of certificate of employment or business permit
　　　*Please submit a certificate that identifies the occupation of your dependents.
　(2) Certificate of taxation (or tax exemption) of resident tax and certificate of tax payment (one with total income and tax payment status for one year) 1 copy each
When dependents are engaged in activities other than ① above
　(1) Certificate of deposit balance in the name of dependent or certificate regarding scholarship payment that specifies the amount and period of payment
　(2) Providing that the applicant's living expenses can be covered, as per the above (1).

* In addition to the above documents, there are cases where it is necessary to submit materials according to individual cases.

Points to note when preparing application documents

1. Please submit all certificates issued in Japan within the period of 3 months from issue date.
2. If the documents to be submitted are in foreign languages, please attach a translation.

Period of stay of family stay visa

家族滞在ビザには「3ヶ月・6月・1年・1年3ヶ月・2年・2年3ヶ月・3年・3年3ヶ月・4年・4年3ヶ月・5年」の11種類の在留期間があります。
As a general rule, the periodSame period of stay allowed for dependents.

Is it possible to work on a family stay visa?

As a general rule, work is not permitted on family stay visas, but "Allowance for activities outside your statusBy acquiring ", you can work part-time within 28 hours a week.

【Note】

● Family stay visas are based on the premise that you are “financially dependent”, so if you earn more than your dependents, you will no longer be eligible for family stay.
● "Business that is conducted at a business office where customs business or store-type sex customs special business is operated, or non-store type sex customs special business, video transmission type sex customs special business, store-type telephone heterosexual introduction business or non-store-type telephone heterosexual Those engaged in referral sales "are excluded.

<Reference:About permission for activities outside the status of qualification(Immigration Bureau of Japan)>

▼ Types of permission to engage in activities other than that permitted under the status of residence previously granted

▼ Comprehensive permit: If you have a family stay visa, you can work up to 1 hours a week.
However, all conditions other than (XNUMX) in the individual permit must be met.
▼ Individual permission: When applying for permission for activities that do not meet the conditions within 1 hours in a week, the following conditions must be met.

(XNUMX) Engaging in the activities related to the application by the applicant does not prevent the applicant from carrying out the activities related to the status of residence that he / she currently has.
(XNUMX) Being engaged in activities related to the status of residence that you currently have.
(XNUMX) The activities related to the application correspond to the activities listed in the lower column of the status of residence in the table XNUMX or XNUMX of the attached table XNUMX of the Act (excluding "specific skills" and "technical intern training").
　　　* The requirement is not required for "Comprehensive Permit".
(XNUMX) The activity related to the application does not correspond to any of the following activities.
1. A. Activities recognized as violating laws and regulations (whether criminal or civil)
2. B. Activities conducted at sales offices where customs sales or store-type special sales are operated, or non-store-type special sales, video transmission-type special sales, store-type telephone heterosexual introduction sales or non-store-type telephone heterosexual introduction Activities to engage in business
(XNUMX) The detention order has not been issued or the opinion hearing notice has not been served or notified.
(XNUMX) The behavior is not bad.
(XNUMX) For those who are engaged in activities that fall under the status of residence based on a contract with a public or private institution in Japan, the institution agrees to carry out activities outside the status of residence.

Quote source:About permission for activities outside the status of residence granted to those who have a status of residence of "family stay"(Immigration Bureau of Japan)

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What is a family stay visa?

Family visa visa is a visa to call foreign family members residing in Japan to Japan.
Please contact us if you are married (registered) or if you want to bring your child to Japan.

Conditions for obtaining a family stay visa

This applies when you are dependent on a person residing with a status of residence that allows you to work (spouse or child).

Professor, art, religion, news, advanced profession, business / management (investment / management), law / accounting business, medical care, research, education, technology / humanities knowledge / international business, intra-company transfer, nursing care, entertainment, skills, Cultural activities, study abroad (Japanese language schools and vocational schools are not applicable)

【Note】

● A spouse is someone who is married or registered in Japan or their home country.
　In addition, those who have been divorced or bereaved, those who have an inner relationship, and those who have same-sex marriage are not included.
　In the case of "same-sex marriage" established outside Japan, it is possible to apply for "specific activities" from a humanitarian idea.
● Children include “illegitimate children and adopted children.”
　Also, a child can be an adult only if he / she is financially dependent on his / her parents, but it is difficult unless there are special circumstances such as nursing purposes.
● It does not apply to parents and siblings, and as a general rule, it is not possible to call in for a “family stay”.
● The following are not included in the "status of residence that can be worked".
"Diplomatic" "Public" "Training" "Technical intern training" "Specific activities" "Japanese spouse" "Permanent resident spouse" "Permanent resident" "Permanent resident"

Necessary documents to the applicant

The documents required for a family residence visa are basically as follows.
The documents to be submitted will differ depending on the person, so I will tell you more details in a free interview.

When applying for a Certificate of Eligibility

Documents that prove the relationship between the applicant and the dependent

One of the following documents

One copy of family register
One marriage registration acceptance certificate
One marriage certificate (copy)
One birth certificate (copy)
Documents according to above 1-4

A copy of the dependent's residence card or passport

Documents certifying the dependents' profession and income

When dependents are conducting activities that run a business with income or receiving rewards
(1) 1 copy of certificate of employment or business permit
　　*Please submit a certificate that identifies the occupation of your dependents.
(2) Certificate of taxation (or tax exemption) of resident tax and certificate of tax payment (one with total income and tax payment status for one year) 1 copy each
When dependents are engaged in activities other than 1 above
(1) Certificate of deposit balance in the name of dependent or certificate regarding scholarship payment that specifies the amount and period of payment
(2) Providing that the applicant's living expenses can be covered, as per the above (1).

* In addition to the above documents, there are cases where it is necessary to submit materials according to individual cases.

In the case of an application for permission to change the status of residence and an application for permission to renew the period of stay

Documents that prove the relationship between the applicant and the dependent

One of the following types

One copy of family register
One marriage registration acceptance certificate
One marriage certificate (copy)
One birth certificate (copy)
Documents according to above 1-4

A copy of the dependent's residence card or passport

Documents certifying the dependents' profession and income

When dependents are conducting activities that run a business with income or receiving rewards
　(1) 1 copy of certificate of employment or business permit
　　　*Please submit a certificate that identifies the occupation of your dependents.
　(2) Certificate of taxation (or tax exemption) of resident tax and certificate of tax payment (one with total income and tax payment status for one year) 1 copy each
When dependents are engaged in activities other than ① above
　(1) Certificate of deposit balance in the name of dependent or certificate regarding scholarship payment that specifies the amount and period of payment
　(2) Providing that the applicant's living expenses can be covered, as per the above (1).

* In addition to the above documents, there are cases where it is necessary to submit materials according to individual cases.

Points to note when preparing application documents

1. Please submit all certificates issued in Japan within the period of 3 months from issue date.
2. If the documents to be submitted are in foreign languages, please attach a translation.

Period of stay of family stay visa

Is it possible to work on a family stay visa?

As a general rule, work is not permitted on family stay visas, but "Allowance for activities outside your statusBy acquiring ", you can work part-time within 28 hours a week.

【Note】

● Family stay visas are based on the premise that you are “financially dependent”, so if you earn more than your dependents, you will no longer be eligible for family stay.
● "Business that is conducted at a business office where customs business or store-type sex customs special business is operated, or non-store type sex customs special business, video transmission type sex customs special business, store-type telephone heterosexual introduction business or non-store-type telephone heterosexual Those engaged in referral sales "are excluded.

<Reference:About permission for activities outside the status of residence granted to those who have a status of residence of "family stay"(Immigration Bureau of Japan)>

In addition, obtaining a family stay visaComplicated proceduresExists.