Tourism / recreation not exceeding 1 years in Japan

Status of residence: “Specified Activities” (long-term residents for sightseeing, recreation, etc. and their spouses)

This visa corresponds to a specific activity visa, and is a status of residence that can be applied for if you wish to stay in Japan for a period of not more than one year and engage in activities such as sightseeing or recreation.
Spouses who accompany those who engage in the above activities such as sightseeing and recreation are also eligible.
The period of stay that can be applied for is 6 months, after which it can be renewed for an additional 6 months. (Maximum less than 1 year)

Requirements for obtaining specific activity visas

A person over the age of 18 who falls under any of the following conditions can obtain a visa if he or she stays in Japan for a period of not more than one year and engages in sightseeing, recreation, or other similar activities.

• ・According to laws and regulations, international agreements, or notices issued by the Japanese government to foreign governments, citizens of the country or region who are citizens of that country or region may purchase a regular passport issued by that country or region, without limiting the form of travel. Be a national of one of the countries/regions listed in Appended Table 9 that does not require a visa from a Japanese consular officer for those who wish to stay in Japan for a short period of time for sightseeing or other purposes. thing
• ・At the time of application, the total amount of deposits and savings of the applicant and his or her spouse is 3,000 million yen or more converted into Japanese yen (the spouse is or is planning to stay in Japan with the designated activity listed in this item) 6,000 million yen or more)
  *It is also possible to combine the couple's savings. However, if you are coming as a couple, you will need 3000 million yen per person, so you will need a total of 6000 million yen.
• ・Have insurance in case of death, injury, or illness during your stay in Japan.
• ・The accompanying spouse who falls under either of 1 and 3 above must stay in Japan for sightseeing, recreation, or other similar activities while staying in Japan for a period of not more than one year.

Application flow

1. Prepare application documents and other necessary documents.

1. ① Application documents and attached documents
2. ② Picture (Vertical 4 cm × Width 3 cm) 1 Leaves
   　　※ 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.
3. ③ Other
   

   [Application for Certificate of Eligibility]

   • ・ Response envelope (one with a 392 yen postage stamp (for simple registered mail) after stating the address on a standard envelope)

   【Application for permission to change status of residence and application for renewal of period of stay】

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

2. Apply to the Immigration Bureau

Submit the above documents.

3. Notification of results

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

4. Procedures at the Immigration Bureau

[Application for Certificate of Eligibility]

You do not need.

【Application for permission to change status of residence and application for renewal of period of stay】

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

Attachment documents necessary for application

▼ Application for Certificate of Eligibility

■ Those who will stay in Japan for a period not exceeding one year for sightseeing, recreation, etc.

1. 1. Materials explaining the applicant's activity schedule during the period of stay (as appropriate)
2. 2. Documents showing the current balance of the bank account in the name of the applicant (and his or her spouse) and the deposits and withdrawals from the account for the past 6 months from the time of application (copy of savings passbook, etc.) (as appropriate)
   　　※ Please submit copies of deposit / savings passbook etc, which are stated up to the last transaction.
   　　※ If you can not submit materials that can account for deposits / withdrawals of accounts for the past 6 months please explain the reason why you can not submit the document, please submit the materials that understand the asset formation process.
3. 3. Copy of private medical insurance certificate and terms and conditions (as appropriate)
   　　*Please submit a policy whose period corresponds to the period of your planned stay in Japan, and whose coverage includes death, injury, or illness incurred while residing in Japan.

■ Spouse accompanying

1. 1. One copy of the applicant's spouse's residence card or passport
2. 2. Materials explaining the applicant's activity schedule during his/her stay (as appropriate)
3. 3. One document proving the status relationship with the applicant's spouse (marriage certificate, etc.)
4. 4. Copy of private medical insurance certificate and terms and conditions (as appropriate)

▼ Application for permission to change residence status

■ Those who will stay in Japan for a period not exceeding one year for sightseeing, recreation, etc.

1. 1. Materials explaining the applicant's activity schedule during his/her stay (as appropriate)
2. 2. Documents showing the current balance of the bank account in the name of the applicant (and his/her spouse), as well as the deposits and withdrawals from the account for the past 6 months from the time of application (such as a copy of the bank passbook, etc.) (as appropriate) )
   　　*Please submit a copy of your savings passbook, etc. that includes the last transaction.
   　　*If you are unable to submit documents that show the deposits and withdrawals in your account for the past 6 months, please explain in writing why you are unable to submit documents and submit documents that show your asset formation process.
3. 3. Copy of private medical insurance certificate and terms and conditions (as appropriate)
   　　* Please submit a policy whose period corresponds to the period of your planned stay in Japan, and whose coverage includes death, injury, or illness incurred while in Japan.

■ Spouse accompanying

1. 1. One copy of the applicant's spouse's residence card or passport
2. 2. Materials explaining the applicant's activity schedule during his/her stay (as appropriate)
3. 3. Documents proving the status relationship with the applicant's spouse (marriage certificate, etc.) (as appropriate)
4. 4. Copy of certificate of participation and terms and conditions of private medical insurance (as appropriate)

▼ Application for permission to extend period of stay

■ Those who will stay in Japan for a period not exceeding one year for sightseeing, recreation, etc.

1. 1. Materials explaining your activities since entering Japan and your future plans (as appropriate)
2. 2. 1 document proving that you can pay your expenses during your stay (certificate of bank balance, etc.)
3. 3. Copy of certificate of participation and terms and conditions of private medical insurance (as appropriate)

■ Spouse accompanying

1. 1. One copy of the applicant's spouse's residence card or passport
2. 2. Materials explaining your activities since entering Japan and your future plans (as appropriate)
3. 3. One document proving the status relationship with the applicant's spouse (marriage certificate, etc.)
4. 4. Copy of certificate of participation and terms and conditions of private medical insurance (as appropriate)

Points to note when preparing application documents

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