Permanent Resident Visa
Benefits of Permanent Residence in Japan
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You can reside in Japan indefinitely, unless your visa (status of residence) is revoked or you are subject to deportation.
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No limitations on the activities you can pursue.
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Having a Permanent Residence visa can simplify the approval process for your spouse or child to obtain the same status.
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Enhances your credibility in Japanese society, such as when applying for a mortgage.
Requirements for
"Permission for Permanent Residence"
Legal Requirements:
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The applicant must demonstrate good conduct.
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The applicant must have sufficient assets or the ability to sustain an independent living.
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The applicant's permanent residence should align with Japan's interests.
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The applicant must have resided in Japan for over 10 years, with a work permit or status of residence for at least 5 years during that period.
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The applicant must have no criminal record, including fines or imprisonment, and must fulfill public obligations like tax payments.
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The applicant must have the maximum allowed period of stay under their current status of residence.
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There should be no risk of the applicant posing a threat to public health.
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Special Requirements for 10-Year Residence (in principle):
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The applicant is a spouse of a Japanese national, special permanent resident, or permanent resident, has been in a genuine marital relationship for more than 3 consecutive years, and has lived in Japan for over 1 consecutive year. Alternatively, the applicant is a biological child of a Japanese national, special permanent resident, or permanent resident, and has resided in Japan for more than 1 consecutive year.
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The applicant has continuously lived in Japan for over 5 years with long-term resident status.
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The applicant has been recognized as a refugee and has lived in Japan for more than 5 years following recognition.
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The applicant has contributed to Japan in diplomatic, social, economic, cultural, or other fields and has resided in Japan for more than 5 years.
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The applicant is a Highly Skilled Professional and meets specific conditions under the point system. For more details, refer to "Highly Skilled Professionals."
Required documents for permanent residence application
**This procedure can take up to 8 - 12 months
Application form 1 copy
Photo (size 4cm × 3cm)
Passport and residence card
Letter of Guarantee
Supporting documents (such as a tax certificate, a bank certificate, marriage certificate, and certificate of employment etc.
It depends on your current status of residence).