Dependent
| VISA OVERVIEW |
| Dependent visa is for foreign nationals who are the spouse or child of a foreign national residing in Japan under certain long-term visa categories (such as Working / Student visa). Holders of this visa may reside in Japan, but employment is restricted — Work permit is required for part-time work up to 28 hours/week. |
| Dependent Visa Eligibility: ○ Duration of Stay: To be designated by the Minister of Justice Processing Time: 3 months or more (SIGNIFICANT DELAYS POSSIBLE !!!) |
| WHO IS ELIGIBLE (A) Spouse who is legally married to a foreign national holding an eligible long-term visa (B) A child who is the biological child of a foreign national holding an eligible long-term visa (C) A child who is the legally adopted child of a foreign national holding an eligible long-term visa Please note that parents or siblings of the sponsor are not eligible to apply for this visa. |
| SERVICE OVERVIEW |
| 1. Collect information and supporting documents from you – including personal details of both applicant and sponsor, sponsor's employment records, and any official documents issued by your home country government, sponsor's employer, and other relevant authorities. 2. We draft and organise the documents marked "✍️ WE ASSIST!" listed in the document section of this page based on the information and materials you provide, ensuring they meet immigration requirements. 3. Submit the application online to the immigration office on behalf of you. 4. Communicate with the immigration office and respond to the requests for additional information as required. 5. Send the Certificate of Eligibility (COE) to you once issued. |
Since Japan lifted its border restrictions in 2022, the number of applications to the Immigration Services Agency has risen sharply, causing significant delays. In some cases, processing for new applications has taken over a year. Please note that we are unable to urge the Agency to speed up the process, and we shall not be liable for any losses resulting from these delays.
| REQUIREMENT |
| Applicant (Sponsor's spouse / child) | Sponsor |
| ✅ Spouse or Child of the sponsor | ✅ Spouse or Parent of the dependent |
| ✅ Intent to live together in Japan | ✅ Intent to live together in Japan |
| ✅ No serious criminal record | ✅ No serious criminal record |
| ✅ A valid visa (e.g. work, student) | |
| ✅ Financial capabilities |
Please note that parents or siblings of the sponsor are not eligible to apply for this visa.
| DOCUMENTS TO SUBMIT |
Visa Aquisition
| Applicant | Spouse (Japanese national) |
| Application Form for Certificate of Eligibility ✍️WE ASSIST! | ● | |
| Face photo - last 3 months, passport size | ● | |
| A copy of passport | ● | ● |
| A copy of Zairyu card | -- | ● |
| Documents to prove the family relationship between the applicant and the sponsor | ● Common | ● Common |
| Documents to prove the sponsor’s occupation and income | -- | ● |
| Bank statements or employment certificate if tax documents are not available | -- | ● |
| Reason for Invitation ✍️WE ASSIST! | -- | ● |
| Other Supporting Documents / Materials to proof genuine marriage | if any | if any |
You are encouraged to submit any additional supporting documents, as they may be beneficial to the assessment.
Change of Status of Residence
| Applicant | Spouse (Japanese national) |
| Application for Change of Status of Residence ✍️WE ASSIST! | ● | |
| Face photo - last 3 months, passport size | ● | |
| A copy of passport | ● | ● |
| A copy of Zairyu card | ● | ● |
| Documents to prove the family relationship between the applicant and the sponsor | ● Common | ● Common |
| Documents to prove the sponsor’s occupation and income | -- | ● |
| Bank statements or employment certificate if tax documents are not available | -- | ● |
| Reason for Change of Status of Residence ✍️WE ASSIST! | -- | ● |
| Other Supporting Documents / Materials to proof genuine marriage | if any | if any |
Once your application to change your status of residence has been approved, you are required to attend the Immigration Services Bureau in person to collect your new Residence Card. Please ensure you bring your passport and your current Residence Card (original) with you.
Visa Extension
| Applicant | Spouse (Japanese national) |
| Application for permission to extend the period of stay ✍️WE ASSIST! | ● | -- |
| Face photo - last 3 months, passport size | ● | -- |
| A copy of passport | ● | ● |
| A copy of Zairyu card | ● | ● |
| Documents to prove the family relationship between the applicant and the sponsor | ● Common | ● Common |
| Documents to prove the sponsor’s occupation and income | -- | ● |
| Bank statements or employment certificate if tax documents are not available | -- | ● |
| Reason for Change of Status of Residence ✍️WE ASSIST! | -- | ● |
| Other Supporting Documents / Materials to proof genuine marriage | if any | if any |
Once your application to extend your status of residence has been approved, you are required to attend the Immigration Services Bureau in person to collect your new Residence Card. Please ensure you bring your passport and your current Residence Card (original) with you.
| FEES |
Base fee
| Visa Acquisition | JPY 100,000 |
| Visa Extension | JPY 50,000 |
| Change of Visa Status | JPY 100,000 |
| Translation | Free |
| Retainer | 50% of the total fee |
| Tax | 10% of the total fee |
Additional fee for complexity/difficulty
| Child 15 years old or older | JPY 30,000 |
| Child 18 years old or older | JPY 60,000 |
| Sponsor is a student | JPY 30,000 |
| Misconduct or behavioral issues | JPY 30,000 |
| Criminal record | JPY 60,000 |
| Other complex or unusual circumstances | Quoted |
We are unable to accept requests in the following cases:
- Requests without a genuine family relationship (e.g. no official proof of relationship, no cohabitation plan)
- Applications lacking sufficient documentation to prove the relationship with the sponsor (e.g. absence of birth or adoption certificates for children)
- Requests involving submission of false documents or concealment of material facts
- Applications where the sponsor and applicant have a broken family relationship
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