Permanent residency
Permanent residency in Japan: requirements, fee and the 2027 changes
Japan permanent residency requirements: usually 10 years of stay, clean tax and pension records, and a ¥200,000 fee from October 2026. Plus 2027 changes.
Visa & residency
Permanent residency (永住許可), naturalization (帰化), spouse visas and renewing your period of stay (在留期間更新), explained from the Immigration Services Agency's own rules. Information only: we don't rank or recommend visa lawyers.
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Permanent residency
Permanent residency vs naturalization in Japan: which one fits you?
Permanent residency vs naturalization in Japan: PR keeps your nationality but can be canceled; citizenship adds the vote but means giving up your nationality.
Visas and renewals
Visa renewal in Japan: when to apply, new fees and the online system
Visa renewal in Japan: apply from 3 months before expiry. From October 1, 2026 the fee is ¥10,000 to ¥75,000 at the counter, less online.
Naturalization
Japanese naturalization (帰化): requirements and step-by-step process
The Japanese naturalization process runs through your Legal Affairs Bureau. Since April 2026 it expects 10 years in Japan in principle. Steps, documents, time.
Visas and renewals
Spouse visa in Japan: eligibility, documents, work and divorce rules
Japan's spouse visa (日本人の配偶者等) lets you live and work without limits. Documents, periods of stay, renewal fees and the 14-day divorce rule.