Spouse or Child of Japanese National
| VISA OVERVIEW |
| Spouse or Child of Japanese National visa is for the spouse or child of a Japanese national without Japanese nationality who wishes to reside in Japan. The marriage must be legally valid in both Japan and the applicant’s home country. |
| Dependent Visa Eligibility: ○ Duration of Stay: 1, 3, or 5 years Processing Time: 3 months or more (SIGNIFICANT DELAYS POSSIBLE !!!) |
| WHO IS ELIGIBLE (A) Spouses of Japanese nationals / (B) Biological or legally adopted children of Japanese nationals |
| SERVICE OVERVIEW |
| 1. Collect information and supporting documents from you – including personal details, employment records, and any official documents issued by your home country government, or 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.
| Why We Ask for Details |
We understand that sharing personal details — such as how you met your partner — can feel sensitive or uncomfortable.
However, providing as much detail as possible is often essential for a successful visa application, especially when proving the genuine nature of your relationship.
Please rest assured that all information you share with us is kept strictly confidential.
We are bound by a duty of confidentiality, and you can speak with us in complete confidence.
| REQUIREMENT |
| Applicant | Spouse (Japanese national) |
| ✅ Valid marriage in both countries | ✅ Valid marriage in both countries |
| ✅ Genuine marital relationship (not a sham marriage) | ✅ Genuine marital relationship (not a sham marriage) |
| ✅ Legal marriageable age in both countries | ✅ Legal marriageable age in both countries |
| ✅ No serious criminal record | ✅ No serious criminal record |
| ✅ Financial capabilitie | ✅ Financial capabilities |
| ✅ Intent to live together | ✅ Intent to live together |
| ✅ Willingness to act as guarantor of the applicant |
| 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 | ● | |
| Marriage certificate issued in the applicant's home country | ● | |
| Family Register issued in Japan | -- | ● |
| Certificate of Residence issued in Japan | -- | ● |
| Tax documents issued in Japan | -- | ● |
| Bank statements or employment certificate if tax documents are not available | -- | ● |
| Guarantee Letter | -- | ● |
| Evidence of genuine relationship (Snapshots and printed message logs of communication) ✍️WE ASSIST! | ● Common | ● Common |
| Questionnaire ✍️WE ASSIST! | ● Common | ● Common |
| 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 | ● | |
| Marriage certificate issued in the applicant's home country | ● | |
| Family Register issued in Japan | -- | ● |
| Certificate of Residence issued in Japan | -- | ● |
| Tax documents issued in Japan | -- | ● |
| Bank statements or employment certificate if tax documents are not available | -- | ● |
| Guarantee Letter | -- | ● |
| Evidence of genuine relationship (Snapshots and printed message logs of communication) ✍️WE ASSIST! | ● Common | ● Common |
| Questionnaire ✍️WE ASSIST! | ● Common | ● Common |
| 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.
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 Residence Card (Zairyu card) (*) | ● | |
| Family Register issued in Japan | -- | ● |
| Certificate of Residence issued in Japan | -- | ● |
| Tax documents issued in Japan | -- | ● |
| Bank statements or employment certificate if tax documents are not available | -- | ● |
| Guarantee Letter | -- | ● |
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 40,000 - |
| 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
| Never met in person (online-only relationship) | JPY 50,000 |
| Met only once in person | JPY 50,000 |
| Age gap of 15 years or more | JPY 30,000 - |
| Married within 3 months of meeting | JPY 30,000 |
| Met via dating app or social media | JPY 30,000 |
| Multiple previous divorces | JPY 30,000 - |
| Misconduct or behavioral issues (Applicant & Spouse) | JPY 30,000 - |
| Criminal record (Applicant & Spouse) | JPY 60,000 - |
| Low / no income (Spouse) | JPY 30,000 |
| Other complex or unusual circumstances | Quoted |
| Tax | 10% of the total fee |
We are unable to accept requests in the following cases:
- Marriages arranged solely for visa purposes (Paper marriage)
- Applications lacking basic evidence of a genuine relationship (e.g. no shared photos, no communication history, no cohabitation plan)
- Requests to submit false documents or conceal important facts
- Application in a state of marital breakdown
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