Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)

We will answer all the questions and consultations received from Climb, an administrative scrivener corporation, by item.

▼ General immigration

Will I be unable to work if my residence card expires after I apply for a visa?: Apply for a visa before the period of stay expires.Renewal application,Change applicationIf you do so, you can stay in Japan for two months as a special period. For example, if you have a resident status in Japan for Engineers, you can continue working at your current company.
Could you please confirm when the screening results will be available at the Immigration Bureau?: You can check the status of the examination with the Immigration Bureau, but they cannot tell you when the examination results will be available. Even if you check with the Immigration Bureau about the status of your application, you will only receive responses such as ``The examination is in progress'' or ``The examination is in the final stages.''
I'm in Japan for a short stay. Can I change to medium- to long-term residence status?: It is not possible to change from a short-term stay to a medium- to long-term residence status such as a work visa. However, if the conditions are metApplying for Certificate of EligibilityYou can.
I am currently applying for refugee status on a specified activity visa, but can I change to another visa?: Yes, if you meet the requirements for each visa (status of residence), you can apply for a change. However, whether or not you will be granted permission depends on the screening process. In addition, the approval rate is generally lower than for those who have not applied for refugee status. For more information, please read the following page.
"Change to spouse visa while applying for refugee status","Change to work visa [refugee application pending]","Change to Business Manager Visa (Refugee Application in Progress)"
My residence card had expired. What should I do? Also, can I apply for renewal?: First of all, please go directly to the nearest immigration office as soon as possible. Then, explain your circumstances and apply. If you apply mutatis mutandis to the special period and apply within two months after the expiration date, there is a good chance that you will be able to renew it.
I am an international student currently attending a Japanese language school. Can I quit school and apply for a work visa?: Yes, you can apply for a change if you meet the requirements for a work visa. However, if your status as an international student, such as your attendance rate, is poor, you may be refused permission.
I am currently attending a Japanese language school. I would like to change to a family stay, is that possible?: You can apply for a change depending on your spouse's residence status. For more information"Dependent visa - application process, conditions, required documents, etc."Please read the page.
I lost my residence card. Can it be reissued?: After reporting the lost item to the police, please go through the procedures for reissuance at the Immigration Bureau.
Can I apply for a visa at any immigration office?: In principle, the application should be made to the immigration office that has jurisdiction over the applicant's address (or for work visas, the immigration office that has jurisdiction over the location of the organization to which the applicant belongs).
Is translation required when submitting documents written in Vietnamese (university transcripts, etc.)?: Yes, you must attach a Japanese translation. Generally speaking, translation is not required for English and Chinese.
I moved during the screening process. Do I need to do anything?: Basically, a notification of moving in or moving out (including an endorsement on the residence card) at a government office is sufficient, but if you want to change the recipient of your new residence card, you will need to complete the procedure at the immigration office.
I would like to renew my visa early. When can I apply for visa renewal?: You can apply for visa renewal from three months before the expiration date of your current residence card. You cannot apply for renewal earlier than 3 months in advance.
I have dual Japanese and foreign nationality, but I do not have a Japanese passport. I want to return to Japan as a Japanese person, but is it okay to just use a foreign passport?: If you can confirm that you have Japanese nationality by presenting proof such as a copy of your family register that has not been issued for more than 6 months, you can return to Japan as a Japanese citizen.
Does the Certificate of Eligibility have an expiration date?: The validity period is 3 months. Therefore, if you do not apply for landing within three months from the date the Certificate of Eligibility is issued, it will lose its validity, but at least it is possible to enter the country if you obtain a visa within the period.
I came to Japan for sightseeing purposes and am currently residing in Japan with a "Temporary Visitor" status. Can I work in Japan?: As a general rule, foreigners residing under the status of "Temporary Visitor" (tourist, visiting relatives, etc.) are not allowed to work in Japan except for short-term business purposes such as business trips.
After changing my residence status, do I also need to renew the "visa" affixed to my passport?: No need to. After entering Japan, the "visa" affixed to your passport is no longer valid.
My passport has expired, can I renew my visa?: Yes, but please submit a statement of the reason why you do not have a passport at the same time as applying for visa renewal.
Is it okay if I carry my passport but not my residence card?: Regardless of whether you are carrying your passport or not, you must carry your residence card with you at all times.
At what age do I need to have a photo for my residence card? Also, will the photo be displayed on my child's residence card?: If you are 16 years of age or older, a photo is required when applying for a residence card. A photo will be displayed on residence cards issued with a validity period of up to the day after the 16th birthday, and a photo will be displayed on residence cards issued with a validity period of up to the day after the 16th birthday. It will not be.
Can I apply for an extension of my residence card validity at the airport?: Please note that applications for renewal of residence cards are not handled at ports of entry, including airports. Please apply for an extension of your period of stay at the Regional Immigration Bureau that has jurisdiction over your place of residence.
If a person who has a residence card is undergoing deportation procedures, at what point should he or she surrender the residence card?: When your residence card expires, you must return it. If you are undergoing deportation procedures, please follow the instructions of the person in charge.
I am currently applying for permission to extend my period of stay, but will I be able to return to my home country temporarily and enter Japan after my period of stay has expired?: If you are applying for a visa renewal, you can extend your stay for up to two months from your previous period of stay even if your visa expiration date has passed.Special PeriodYou can return to Japan until the deadline has passed. When you leave Japan, be sure to take a copy of the application acceptance completion email you received from the immigration bureau with you.
After graduating from university, I received a job offer from a Japanese company. However, I will not be joining the company for more than six months until my current visa expires. What should I do to stay in Japan until I start working there?: Allowing a person to stay in Japan while attending university or after graduation until they are offered a job and hiredDesignated Activities VisaTherefore, you must first obtain a Designated Activities Visa, and then apply for a status of residence such as Engineer, Specialist in Humanities, or International Services.

▼ Technology/Humanities/International Affairs

My university major is liberal arts, but is it possible to work in IT?: It is best if there is a connection between your major and the type of job you will be engaged in, but if you are a university graduate, you will have a high probability of being recognized as this is widely recognized.
I work in technology, humanities, and international affairs.I'm thinking of changing jobs, what steps do I need to take?: You must notify the Immigration Bureau within two weeks from the time you retire or join the company. For more information"Procedures for renewing work visas and other necessary procedures when foreign workers change jobs"Please read the page.
The company I currently work for does not have social insurance coverage, but can I apply for renewal?: Since joining social insurance is not a requirement for a work visa, there is a high possibility that it will be possible to renew, but if the workplace is subject to social insurance, joining is required by law, so there is a possibility that it will be rejected for not joining. Also, it is better to join if you are thinking about applying for permanent residence later.
I graduated from a specialized course (no degree) at a Chinese university. Is it possible to apply for a residence status in a country of engineers?: If you are recognized as having a university degree or equivalent, you can apply based on your academic record. In addition, if you apply based on work experience, you will need 3 to 10 years of experience in the same occupation, depending on the occupation.
Do I need to pass the Japanese Language Proficiency Test in order to apply for the Engineers' Country?: Japanese language ability is basically not required for engineering, humanities, and international work.However, in the case of jobs that require Japanese language proficiency, there are cases in which the Immigration Bureau requires documents to pass a Japanese language proficiency test, etc.
I have previously withdrawn from a university in Japan. Will this affect my application for a Certificate of Eligibility for Residence in the Engineer's Country?: It depends on the circumstances leading up to withdrawal and the activities involved.If your residence status is determined to be poor, there is a high possibility that a strict examination will be conducted.
Is it possible to apply for certification of my own country as a technician and for certification of my family's stay at the same time?: It is possible.
The company I work for does not participate in social insurance, so I pay National Health Insurance and National Pension.Is there a possibility that my visa will be refused when renewing my visa?: If the company you work for is covered by social insurance, your renewal may be refused because you are not covered by social insurance.
I currently have an engineer country visa and my period of stay is until April 2024, but I have resigned from my company and returned to Vietnam. I'm in Vietnam now. It's been 4 months since I left my job, but now that I've found a new company, can I join and work at that company using my current visa? Or is it better to apply for certification?: If a person with a technical, humanities or international business license resigns and has not worked for more than three months since resigning,Reason for cancellation of status of residenceHowever, your residence is legal, so as long as your residence status has not been revoked, you will be able to work for the new company.
I am currently applying for an extension of my period of stay.Can I return to my home country during the examination?: Available
I have a visa for engineering, specialist in humanities, and international work, but I changed jobs. Do I need to report anything to the immigration office?: Once you have decided to change jobs to a new company, you must notify the Immigration Bureau within 14 days of changing jobs. For more information"Procedures for renewing work visas and other necessary procedures when foreign workers change jobs"Please read the page.
Can I change from a business/management visa to an engineer/specialist in humanities/international work visa?: Yes, I can.

▼ Management/Management

I would like to establish a company in Japan. Do I need to come to Japan?: There is no particular need to come to Japan.
Is it possible to have a virtual office when establishing a company in Japan?: A virtual office is not allowed in order to obtain a business management status of residence.A separate private room is required.However, unless you intend to obtain a business management residence status, you can have a virtual office or your home.
I would like to establish a company in Japan, but approximately how many months does it take?: The registration process will be completed within a few days after applying for registration.
I would like to obtain a business/management visa and run a restaurant, but what procedures do I need to do?: You will need an office and a storefront. You will also need a restaurant license. In some cases, you may also need to obtain a late-night liquor license. For more information,"Restaurants: Foreigners Managing Restaurants and Business Manager Visas"Please read the page.
I would like to establish a company in Japan, how much capital do I need?: If you want to obtain a business/management status of residence, the average amount is 500 million yen or more.However, if you do not obtain a business/management status of residence, you can apply for just 1 yen.
I would like to establish a company in Japan, but can I do so even if the representative does not plan to come to Japan?: Is possible.However, if you want to open a corporate bank account, many banks will not allow you to do so unless the representative has an address in Japan.
If I have no relatives or acquaintances in Japan, how should I transfer the capital?: If neither the promoter nor the officer has an address in Japan and there is no bank account to transfer the capital to, a third party's bank account can be used.
What is the difference between a corporation and a limited liability company?: Expenses such as registration and license tax required at the time of establishment are different, and a limited liability company can be established at less than one-third of the cost of a joint stock company.However, in many cases, a stock company is easier to trust than a limited liability company.For more information"Company formation"Please read the page.
Does the company's capital have to be 500 million yen or more in order to obtain a business management residence status?: If the capital is less than 500 million yen, the requirements can be met by hiring two or more full-time employees (Japanese or permanent residents) (part-time employees are not allowed). For more information“What is the requirement for capital of 500 million yen for a business manager visa?”Please read the page.
Is it possible to change the company name, location, and purpose after establishing the company?: Although it is possible, there will be a stamp duty and if you ask a specialist, it will be expensive, so we recommend establishing it in a way that makes as few changes as possible.
I currently have a business/management visa and would like to work part-time. Is it possible?: You cannot work part-time on a business manager visa. If you are doing work that is outside the scope of management and management, Allowance for activities outside your status is required.
Are there any visas that do not require a business management visa to establish a company?: yes, I have. Permanent residents, spouses of Japanese nationals, spouses of permanent residents, etc., and long-term residents who have a residence status with no work restrictions can establish and manage a company without having to change to management/management status.
If I hire full-time employees when renewing my business manager visa, do I need social insurance?: Social insurance is mandatory if you are a business covered by social insurance. this“Points to consider when applying for renewal of business/management visa”Please read the following page for detailed explanations.
I have a company in my home country. I would like to establish a branch of that company in Japan, is that possible? If possible, what are the procedures?: Is possible. You must register your branch at the Legal Affairs Bureau. The detailed procedure isMinistry of Justice sitePlease confirm.
Is it okay to withdraw the capital of 500 million yen from my account after applying for a status of residence?: Once a company is established, it becomes an asset of that company and can be used as business capital, but you may be asked to provide evidence and clearly explain its existence and purpose of use.
I'd like to open a restaurant, but I haven't decided on a location yet. However, my current visa is about to expire, so I would like to apply for a business manager visa. I don't have a store yet, can I apply?: Although it is possible to apply, there is a high possibility that you will be required to present the store's contract, health center permit, etc. at a later date via a document submission notice.

▼ Specific skills

I'm an international student.I would like to change to a specific skill, what conditions are required?: If you have no experience of staying in Japan as a technical intern, you will need to pass a Japanese language proficiency test and a skill evaluation test. For more information"Explanation of the examination required for specific skill visa"Please read the page.
I have a specific skills visa, can I change jobs?I still have my period of stay expired, can I work at a new company with that visa?: Foreigners with specific skills can change jobs. However, specific skills are permitted because they are linked to the company.Application for change of residence status(From Specified Skilled Worker No. 1 to Specified Skilled Worker No. 1), you will not be able to work at your new workplace.
I am currently in Japan as a Specified Skilled Worker No. 1. Can I bring my wife from my home country?: Those who reside in Japan with Specified Skilled Worker No. 1 cannot invite their family members. You can call for short-term visits to relatives, etc.
I have specific skill level 1. Can I change to Engineering/Humanities/International Affairs?: If you meet the requirements such as academic background and work history, you can apply for a change, but if your status of residence before acquiring Specified Skilled Worker No. 1 is a status of residence that does not allow changes such as technical intern training, you cannot change it. there is.
Can I change from a specific skill visa to a dependent visa?: Yes, I can.
If I stay in Japan for 1 years as a Specified Skilled Worker No. 5, do I have to return to my country after that?: Specified Skills No. 1 is recognized for a total of 5 years. You will need to return to your home country unless you change your status of residence to another.
Is it possible to return to Japan and come back to Japan after 1 years with Specified Skilled Worker No. 5? Do I need to take the test again?: As a Specified Skilled Worker No. 1, you are only permitted to stay for a maximum of five years, so after five years you will no longer be able to come to Japan with a Specified Skilled Worker No. 5 visa. The same applies if you take a new exam.
If you return to Japan before 5 years have passed, you can stay in Japan for the remaining years as long as it is within 10 years of passing the specific skill test.
If I am a ramen shop that makes noodles, gyoza, etc. from scratch in a ramen shop's kitchen, can I apply for food and beverage manufacturing?: It is possible if the store is operated like a central kitchen, ships to multiple stores or sells wholesale, and sales from these operations account for more than half of the restaurant business's sales.
In order to transfer between a store and a food factory within the same company, I need to apply for a change, but do I have to resign at that time? While applying for a change, is it okay to continue working at the old location until permission is granted?: Apply for change of status of residenceHowever, there is no need to undergo any retirement procedures, and you can continue with your previous work until permission is granted.
The accepting company has both a food factory and a store, and the foreigners have also passed a specific skill test for food and beverage manufacturing and restaurant industry. In this case, is it possible to apply for two industries and be able to work in either?: It is not possible to work in two fields. However, if a Japanese person working at a food factory performs the same job at an attached store as an incidental job, there is a possibility that a foreigner with specified skills may also be able to work there.
Is it okay for me to return to Japan and rejoin my current company after retiring and completing all procedures for the lump-sum withdrawal payment? Also, in this case, if I return within the period of stay, there is no need to apply, and is it okay to just submit notification form [No. 3-1-2]?: Yes, there is no problem even if the purpose is to receive a lump-sum withdrawal payment as long as you follow the proper procedures. I think it would be better to submit Forms 1-5 and 1-6 as well.
I have heard that the costs associated with acceptance must not be borne by the host company, so the renewal costs must also be borne by the host company.Does the host organization have to pay all the visa application fees paid to the administrative scrivener? ?: If the foreign national applies at the request of the foreign national himself/herself, the foreign national must pay for the fee; however, if the foreign national applies at the request of a registration support organization or accepting organization, the foreign national is not responsible for the payment.
入管への届出について質問です。勤務先に変更はありませんが、在留資格を【特定技能1号】から【家族滞在】に切替えて社員からアルバイトに雇用形態が変わる方がいます。この場合、入管への届出は様式【3-3-1号】のみで良いのでしょうか？退職ではないので、様式【3-4号】、【5-11号】、【3-1-2号】は不要でしょうか？: Since I will be retiring as a specific skill worker, please also submit forms [No. 3-4], [No. 5-11], and [No. 3-1-2]. this“What notifications are required when a specified skilled foreign worker retires?”Please also read this page.
Is it possible for Vietnamese nationals currently living in Japan to obtain a Vietnamese recommender list in Japan and use it when applying for certification?: When applying for certification, it is necessary to obtain a list of recommenders from DOLAB in Vietnam. For more information“Basic knowledge you need to know to accept Vietnamese people using the specific skill residence status”Please read the page.
I have a question regarding eligible businesses in the food and beverage manufacturing industry. Are 1) the work of importing and bagging herbal tea, and 2) the manufacture of herbal salts each part of the food and beverage manufacturing industry? Will ① be in the tea/coffee manufacturing industry? Is ② excluded because it is salt? (If you know the reason why seasonings are OK but salt is not allowed, please let me know.): If ① is just bagging, there is a high possibility that it does not fall under the specified skills. Whether this applies depends on whether there is a manufacturing process other than bagging. ② involves a process of mixing it with herbs, so there is a good chance that it can be used as a seasoning. Basically, the reason why salt is not allowed is because salt is treated as an industrial product and is under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry.
When changing social insurance premiums due to salary increase, do I need to notify the immigration office of the change?: If the change is due to a salary increase, a change notification is not required.
The applicant is staying at Company A for specific activities (4 months) for "preparation for application for a specified skill visa," and the content of the designation letter is that he will be working at Company A. Because the facts were different from what I had heard about in the job posting, I canceled my application (before it was approved), resigned from Company A, and applied for an interview at Company B. As stated in the designation document, my current status of residence is for specified activities to apply for specific skills at company A, but is it okay to apply at company B?: Is possible. However, you will not be able to work at Company B until you receive permission.
A foreign student who was working part-time 28 hours a week was granted permission for specific skills status today. However, due to shifts, he cannot work full-time right away. Is it possible to have him work more than 1 hours a week?: You can work 28 hours or more per week from the date of issuance of your residence card. In principle, you must be full-time from the date of issue, but if you cannot do so due to shift arrangements, you should consider a schedule to transition to full-time as soon as possible. When filing your regular notification, please write in a memo that due to shift arrangements, you officially became full-time on or after the date you were originally scheduled to work.
Regarding changing jobs from one specific skills status to another, I understood that permission would not be granted unless one quits the company one is currently working for, but can permission be granted even if one is still employed?: You can still work at your previous company, but once your residence card is issued, you can only work at your new company.
The applicant is currently working at Company A under the Specified Skills No. 1 visa and has also been granted permission for Specified Skills No. 1 visa at Company B. He/she would like to join Company B in six months. Is it possible for him/her to work for another company while he/she has been granted permission at Company B?: Once you have been granted permission by Company B, you cannot work for any other company.
When looking for a shared house, if the floor area is 4.5 mXNUMX and the room is treated as a bedroom, will this be considered to meet the required room size under the support plan for specified skilled housing?: Your room is as you say. In addition, the total area of the room must be at least 7.5 mXNUMX divided by the number of people living there.
If a person who is already working in nursing care under Specified Skills No. 1 changes jobs to the food service industry (having passed the exam), will their maximum 5-year period of stay be reset?: No, it will not be reset. The number of years of stay with specific skills will be counted.
Is it possible to change from "Technical Intern Training" to "Specified Skills"?: Yes, that is possible. However, if the occupation and work content of the technical internship do not match, you will need to take and pass a test for each occupation."How do I transition from technical intern training to specific skilled foreign worker status? What are the "special measures" that are in place when transitioning?"Please also read this page.

▼ Family stay

I gave birth. Within how many days after birth do I need to apply for residence status?: Please apply within 30 days. However, you can legally stay in Japan for 60 days even if you have not applied.
My wife and children are in my home country. When renewing a visa, is it possible to apply for a visa even if the two people are not in Japan?: When applying for a visa (change/renewal), the applicant must be in Japan. Applicants must also be staying in Japan when obtaining a new residence card.
If I renew my family stay visa, will I automatically be able to work part-time for 28 hours a week?: Even if you are already permitted to work part-time for 28 hours a week under your dependent status, you will need to obtain permission to engage in activities other than that permitted under the status of residence again when renewing your visa.
Is there an age limit for coming to Japan as a family stay?: There are no clear restrictions as long as you are receiving support, but if you are in your 20s or older, you may need to explain the reason for receiving support.
A child was born to a foreign couple. What should I do?: You will need to apply for a status of residence. Please apply for this application within 30 days from the date of birth at the local immigration office that has jurisdiction over your place of residence. For more information"Application for permission to acquire status of residence"Please read the page.
I currently have a dependent visa. I would like to change to engineering/humanities/international services. Is it possible?: If you have graduated from a university or vocational school, meet the criteria for technical/specialist in humanities/international work, and are engaged in work that falls under technical/specialist in humanities/international work, you may be able to change your status.
I changed my family visa (child) to a student visa. I couldn't find a job this year, so can I change back to a family visa?: In principle, you cannot return it. Depending on the school you graduated from, you may have to wait up to one year until you find a job."Specific Activity Visa"You can stay in Japan for the purpose of job hunting, but if you are unable to find a job you may have to return to your home country.

▼ Naturalization

I am thinking of applying for naturalization, but what conditions are required?Also, how long does it take to review a naturalization application?: You must have lived in Japan continuously for at least 5 years, and if you came to Japan as an international student, you must have worked for at least 3 years after getting a work visa. It is better to have an annual income of 300 million yen or more, and you can apply for naturalization even if you earn less than 300 million yen, but the chances of getting permission will be lower. Also, your Japanese reading and writing ability will be checked, so I would like you to have passed the Japanese Language Proficiency Test and to have studied Japanese well. It is also necessary to pay Japanese taxes properly. Regarding the examination period, it takes about half a year for some people to get their results, but it usually takes about a year.
I am currently applying for naturalization, but can I return to Japan temporarily?: Yes. It is possible.However, you must report to the person in charge at the Legal Affairs Bureau before returning to your home country.
How long does it take to get naturalization permission?: Generally, it takes about six months to one year after the naturalization application is received by the Legal Affairs Bureau.
I am an international student, can I naturalize?: There is a high possibility that your application for naturalization will not be accepted if your residence status remains as a student.For at least 5 years out of the 3 years after coming to Japan, you are required to have a work-related residence status such as engineer, humanities specialist, international service, etc., or a status-related residence status such as spouse of a Japanese national.
Can I freely choose my name after naturalization?: Yes, feel free to decide.
However, there are restrictions on the characters that can be used, so“How do you choose your name after naturalization?”Please also read this page.
I can't speak Japanese very well, but can I apply for naturalization?: The Japanese language level required for naturalization application is 2nd to 3rd grade elementary school level. Naturalization may not be approved due to insufficient level, so even if you can speak it, it is better not to apply if you cannot read or write kanji, hiragana, or katakana.
For more information on the required Japanese level"Japanese language test when applying for naturalization. What is the content? What is the level? How should I prepare?"Please read the page.
I am enrolled in national health insurance rather than social insurance. Can I apply for naturalization?: Yes, you can apply. However, even with National Health Insurance, you are required to pay your pension, taxes, and insurance on time.
I have been out of the country for more than three months due to the effects of the new coronavirus. Can I apply for naturalization?: It is possible if you can prove that you have been out of the country for more than three months due to the effects of the new coronavirus (round-trip air tickets or records of official government announcements).
I have a long-term resident visa. I have been living in Japan for 10 years. Can I apply for naturalization?: Since the address requirements are met, I believe that naturalization will be possible depending on other requirements.
What level of Japanese language do I need to apply for naturalization?: The Japanese language ability required is approximately that of a Japanese 2nd or 3rd grade elementary school student. For more information"Japanese language test when applying for naturalization. What is the content? What is the level? How should I prepare?"Please read the page.
The spouse of a person wishing to apply for naturalization is on a blacklist because he is unable to make payments using a company's credit card due to his own circumstances. Is there a possibility that the naturalization application of those who wish to apply for naturalization will be rejected due to this matter?: I don't know if the Legal Affairs Bureau, which conducts the examination, is aware of this, but to date there have been no cases in which credit cards have been rejected because they are on a credit card blacklist.
After applying for naturalization and getting rejected, how can I find out the reason for the rejection?: We cannot tell you the reason for the denial. this"Why is my naturalization application rejected? What is the rejection rate? Can I reapply if I am rejected?"Please refer to the page that lists cases where permission will not be granted.
My naturalization application was rejected, but I would like to apply again. When can I apply next time?: There are no restrictions such as not being able to reapply for a certain period of time, so you can apply immediately.
I am currently residing in Japan by myself. My wife and children are in my home country. In this case, can I apply for naturalization?: Yes, I can. However, your wife must be in Japan at the time of the interview.
Do I have to lose my nationality before applying for naturalization?: no. After receiving permission for naturalization, procedures for loss of nationality will be carried out. Details of the procedure"Required procedures and name change after naturalization"Please read the page.
It's been 10 years since I came to Japan. It has been one year since I changed my residence status to working status. Can I apply for naturalization?: Yes, you can apply. You can apply for naturalization after 5 years have passed since coming to Japan, and after 3 years have passed since changing to a working-type residence status, etc. However, if it has been 10 years since you came to Japan, you can apply for naturalization after changing to a working-type residence status etc. Applications can be made after one year. For more information“In what cases are the conditions for naturalization relaxed?”It is explained on the page.
The current status of residence allows for a period of stay of one year. Can I apply for naturalization?: In order to apply for naturalization, a period of stay of 3 or 5 years is required. For more information“What are the conditions for applying for naturalization, ``domicile requirements''? Can I naturalize after living in Japan for 3 years? What are the cases where you cannot naturalize even after living there for 5 years? ”Please read the page.
When applying for COE for study abroad, all family members are not included in the kinship certificate. Will there be any problems when applying for naturalization this time?: It's unlikely to be a problem.
I purchased an overseas travel ticket while I was applying for naturalization, but my naturalization has been approved. Can I still travel overseas?: From the day naturalization is permitted, you will acquire Japanese nationality. Since you have lost your original nationality, you will not be able to leave the country until you obtain a new Japanese passport. Therefore, you will not be able to travel abroad with the information you had before naturalization was permitted.

▼ Permanent residence

I am thinking of applying for permanent residence from a Skilled Worker Visa. What are the conditions?: In order for a person holding an engineer country visa to apply for permanent residence, he or she must have lived in Japan continuously for at least 10 years since coming to Japan, and must have worked in Japan with a work visa for at least 5 years. Is required. In addition, the period of stay on the residence card of the country of the engineer must be at least 3 years. Currently, it is extremely unlikely that you will be granted permission even if you apply unless you have an annual income of 300 million yen or more. Even if your annual income is 300 million yen or more, the more dependents you have, the higher your required annual income will be. It is also necessary to pay Japanese taxes without delay. For more information"Permanent residence application (permanent residence)"Please check the page.
When I started working at my previous company, I paid the national pension because I was not enrolled in the employees' pension.Will it affect my permanent residence application?: Although there may be repercussions, this is often acknowledged as it is out of the employee's control.
If I support two people, how much annual income do I need?: Although it is not clearly determined, we think that it is desirable to have 330 million yen or more, and 380 million yen or more. For more information“Requirements for applying for a permanent residence visa! How much savings and income do I need to obtain permanent residence? What other assets do I have?”Please read the page.
I have a history of traffic violations, will this affect my permanent residence application?: Although there are many cases where permission is granted even if there are minor violations, we believe that if there are many or serious violations, there will be a major impact. However, the judgment is not based solely on the traffic violation, so the judgment will depend on other examination details.
When applying for permanent residence as a highly skilled professional, can I apply for permanent residence at the same time as my family staying in the country as dependents?: In principle, this is not possible.
My previous application for permanent residence was rejected.After how many years should I apply?: If your permanent residence is denied, first ask the Immigration Bureau to confirm the reason for the denial.If you can eliminate the reason for the denial, there is no problem in applying immediately.
I am currently applying for permanent residence.The period of stay is approaching, do I need to renew it?: Even if you are applying for permanent residence, it is necessary to renew your period of stay.
Is it possible to leave the country after submitting a permanent residence application?: It is possible.
I lived in Japan for 10 years, but two years ago I committed a traffic violation.Can I apply for permanent residence?: It is possible to apply, but the review may be affected.
I would like to apply for permanent residence. I don't have a guarantor, but can I apply for permanent residence?: Permanent residence will not be granted without a guarantor.
Can I apply for naturalization and permanent residence at the same time?: Since the application destinations are different (naturalization application = Legal Affairs Bureau, permanent residence application = Immigration Bureau), it is possible to apply at the same time.
How many years do I need to stay in Japan to apply for permanent residence from a long-term resident visa?: If you are a long-term resident, you must have lived in Japan for 5 years or more. For more information"Permanent residence application (permanent residence)"Please read the section for "Persons with a long-term visa" on the page.
What is the difference between permanent resident and naturalization?: Permanent resident is just a type of residence status, and you can stay in Japan without an expiration date, but you do not have the right to vote or be elected as a Japanese citizen. Naturalization means becoming a Japanese citizen and enjoying all the rights that Japanese citizens acquire, such as the right to vote and the right to be elected. To apply for permanent residence, you must go to the Immigration Bureau, and to apply for naturalization, you must go to the Legal Affairs Bureau. For more information“Difference between naturalization application and permanent residence application”Please read the page.
If I apply for a special permanent resident certificate, will it be issued on the same day?: Special permanent resident certificates, including those issued when the person is under 16 years old, are prepared by the Minister of Justice based on an application and notification made to the city, town or village where the person lives, and are issued by the city, town or village at a later date, so they are not issued on the same day.
If I receive permanent residence permission, will it be revoked?: No, that is not the case. Under current law, even permanent residents can be deported if they are sentenced to life imprisonment or imprisonment for more than one year, or convicted of a drug-related crime, and their residence status can be revoked if there is a false statement on their permanent residence permit application. Under current law, permanent residents can lose their residence status if: 1) they are subject to grounds for deportation under the Immigration Control Act and a deportation order is issued, XNUMX) their residence status is revoked under the current law's residence cancellation system, or XNUMX) their re-entry permission (including deemed re-entry) expires while they are away from the country. For more information,"What are the cases in which permanent residence can be revoked?"Please read the page.
Can I travel abroad after my permanent residence application has been accepted?: Generally, you are allowed to travel or go on business trips abroad, but please note that if the trip is for a long period of time, you may no longer meet the requirements for a permanent residence visa.
There have been years when I have not paid resident tax. Can I still apply for permanent residence?: When reviewing your application, you will be required to have fulfilled your tax obligations up to now. If you have not paid your taxes properly, you will need to pay your taxes before applying. Also, if you have not paid your taxes within the deadline, your application may be rejected for that reason.
My parents are permanent residents, but I am a long-term resident. Can I apply for permanent residence on my own if I am a minor?: Yes, if you have stayed in Japan as a permanent resident for more than five years.

▼ Japanese spouse, etc.

I have a Japanese spouse visa. But I am planning to get divorced soon. Can I continue living in Japan?: It is possible to stay in Japan by changing to another status of residence within six months of divorce (marital breakdown). For more information“If a foreigner gets divorced in Japan, what will happen to their visa?”Please read the page.
If I apply as the spouse of a Japanese national, will there be an interview?: to do so.
If I get a Japanese spouse visa, can I work in Japan?: If you obtain a visa for the spouse of a Japanese national, you can work in Japan. There are no restrictions on the type of job, employment status, or working hours. You can also devote yourself to your family without working (however, you will need to have a certain amount of financial resources in order to renew your visa).
I was born as the child of a Japanese national, but I was not born in Japan. Can I apply for a spouse visa for a Japanese national?: Being born in Japan is not a requirement for being the spouse of a Japanese person, so even if you were born abroad, there is no problem as long as you are the biological child of a Japanese person.
I don't have much savings. Can I still get a visa for being the spouse of a Japanese national?: Even if you have little savings, it's not a problem if you have a stable monthly income.

▼ Activities other than that permitted under the qualification

I'm worried that I've overworked.What should I do?: Originally,OverworkYou should not overwork, and be sure to limit your work to 1 hours a week. When you apply for a visa renewal or change, the immigration bureau may point out that you are overworking. In that case, you should honestly tell the immigration bureau how much overwork you did and how much income you earned, and submit a letter of apology. The immigration bureau has information on the amount of salary you were paid, so if you give false information, your application may be rejected even more, so be careful.
I'm a 4th year university student. I would like to participate in an internship at a company for more than 28 hours a week. Is that possible?: Individual permission to engage in activities other than that permitted under the status of residence previously granted must be obtained. Yes, if you get permission.
My status of residence is "Dependent", but since I want to work part-time, I am planning to apply for permission to engage in activities other than that permitted under the status of residence previously granted. What documents are required?: You can apply only by submitting an application for permission to engage in activities other than that permitted under the status of residence previously granted. For more information“Application for permission to engage in activity other than that permitted under the status of residence previously granted”Please read the page.
I am currently a fourth-year university student with a student visa. I have received a job offer, but I would like to participate in an internship (paid) at the company before graduating. Is this possible?: If you already have a comprehensive permit to engage in activities other than those permitted under the status of residence permitted under the visa, there is no problem with an internship of up to 1 hours per week (28 hours per day during long school holidays), but for internships of more than 1 hours, you will need a separate permit to engage in activities other than those permitted under the visa of your choice.