“When can I apply for permanent residence after marrying a Japanese national?” “Do I have to live in Japan for 10 years before I can obtain permanent residence?” “How many times do I need to renew my Spouse Visa before I can apply for permanent residence?” We often receive questions like these from foreign nationals […]

Simply marrying a Japanese national does not automatically qualify a foreign national for the “Spouse or Child of a Japanese National” status of residence. During the immigration review process, the following three points are generally examined: ✅ A legally valid marriage has been established✅ The couple is genuinely living together as husband and wife✅ The […]

“I’m too busy with work to go to the Immigration Office…”“The long waiting times are a burden…” For those facing these challenges, many choose to have an Administrative Scrivener handle their residence procedures on their behalf. In fact, if certain conditions are met, it is possible to apply for a status of residence and receive […]

① Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) – Type 1 — Japanese Language Ability Is Required 📌 Mandatory Requirement: Passing a Japanese Language Test (JLPT or Equivalent) In principle, applicants must meet one of the following Japanese language requirements: These tests are required to prove basic communication ability in a working environment, such as: Communicating basic information […]

“I’m too busy to visit the Immigration Office.”“The paperwork is too complicated, and I don’t know where to begin.”“I want to make sure my application is approved on the first attempt.” That’s why online residence status applications by a Certified Administrative Scrivener are here to help. What Is an Online Application for Residence Status? Residence […]

Change of Status from “Engineer / Specialist in Humanities / International Services” or “Specified Skilled Worker (i)” Due to marriage,there are many cases where people change their status of residencefrom a work-related visa (such as Engineer / Specialist in Humanities / International Services or Specified Skilled Worker (i))to the status of residence “Spouse of a […]

Obtaining a visa does not mean you’ve reached the goal Immediately after obtaining a Spouse Visa (Spouse or Child of a Japanese National), many people feel relieved—yet at the same time are unsure about what to do next. In fact, what you do after obtaining the visa has a significant impact on:• Future renewals• Permanent […]

Permanent residence is NOT automatic — even if you are married to a Japanese national “Because I am married to a Japanese national, permanent residence should be easy.”This is a common assumption, but permanent residence is subject to a separate and independent review. Even if you:✅ Hold the status of residence Spouse or Child of […]

“After getting married to a Japanese national, how can you live together in Japan?” This question is answered by the residence status known as the“Spouse or Child of Japanese National” visa. In this article, we clearly explain: ✅ Cases where a spouse living overseas is invited to Japan✅ Cases where the couple is already married […]

Let a certified administrative scrivene handle everything — smooth and simple, with your residence card delivered straight to your home. “I’m too busy with work to go to the Immigration Office on a weekday.”“I’m worried about asking my elderly family member to go instead…”For those in such situations, we recommend using a certified administrative scrivener […]