The standard timeframe is around 4–8 months. It varies depending on busy periods and whether additional documents are required. As of 2025, processing in the Tokyo Immigration area is particularly slow, and some cases take over a year.

Generally: continuous residence, good conduct, financial independence, and being in Japan’s interest (taxes, social insurance, income, etc.). See our article for details (Link).

Yes. For example, Technical Intern Training, Temporary Visitor, Student, and some Specified Activities are not eligible.

In principle, “3 years” or more.

Child: 1 year; Spouse: 3 years; HSP 70 points: 3 years; HSP 80 points: 1 year. In some cases requirements may be shortened. See our article for details (Link).

Yes. You need to substantiate the marital relationship with evidence of continued marriage and cohabitation (Resident Record, joint documents, photos, etc.).

Roughly ¥3,000,000 + ¥800,000 per dependent (household income may be considered).

Yes. Any arrears should be fully paid and receipts/proof of payment attached.

It depends on the content, frequency, and timing. Even minor violations can be negative if numerous. It’s important to explain the background and show measures to prevent recurrence.

Approval may still be possible if you can demonstrate continuous employment activity and stability. If unemployed, we submit explanations on the reasons and your outlook.

Resident Record, taxation/payment certificates, employment certificate & withholding slip, proof of social insurance enrollment (usually a copy of your health insurance card), Statement of Reasons, Letter of Guarantee, etc. Depending on your situation, we select and submit appropriate documents to evidence eligibility.

Self-employed applicants need to add final tax returns, tax payment certificates (No. 1/No. 2), and materials evidencing business activity (books, etc.).

After issuance by the overseas authority, translate them into Japanese for submission. If requested by Immigration, you may need an apostille/consular legalization depending on the country. See our page for details (Link).

An adult resident of Japan with stable income who is a Japanese national or PR holder. If your spouse is Japanese or a PR holder, they typically serve as guarantor. The guarantor fills out the letter of guarantee and provides an ID copy.

Basic plan fee (see Pricing) + actual costs advanced by our office (e.g., document fees). Pay by bank transfer or credit card (via our PayPal account).

As a rule, A-rating cases: 100% refund; B-rating cases: 50% refund. Full conditions are provided in advance in the quotation.

We handle applications nationwide. Depending on jurisdiction/distance, area surcharges or actual travel costs may apply. Please inquire in advance.

Please see the pricing table for each plan’s scope of support.

We recommend contacting us 2–3 months before you wish to apply, if possible. Later inquiries are also welcome — contact us anytime.

Under the Perfect Plan, a registered application agent will submit your documents to Immigration on your behalf. In some cases, Immigration may require the applicant to appear in person for an interview.

Yes, we accept simultaneous applications for family members in the same household. As a rule, ¥33,000 per additional family member.

A PR application is only for PR approval. You must separately manage the period of stay on your status of residence. We also support extension applications — feel free to consult us.

Yes, but long stays abroad can negatively affect the review. If unavoidable, keep clear records of the reason and duration.

You must notify Immigration. A late address change notice can be a negative factor.

It’s common to review the documents, shore up weaknesses (settle any taxes, stabilize employment, rebuild explanations), and reapply. Please feel free to consult us for a resubmission as well.

We strictly manage personal information and use it only for your application.

Yes, we can meet on Zoom. We also support English.

No, our office is not affiliated with the Immigration Bureau in Japan. We are a private administrative scrivener office specializing in supporting and handling visa (residence status) applications submitted to the Immigration Bureau.