APPLICATION SUPPORT

Request Assistance with Visa Renewal or Change of Status of Residence

Nationwide residence status consultations and application preparation for individuals and companies. We explain the documents required for Certificates of Eligibility, changes, and renewals, as well as how to engage our services.

APPLICATION TYPES

Common application inquiries

Application for a Certificate of Eligibility

This procedure is generally completed before applying for a visa, for people coming to Japan from overseas for work or a long-term stay.

Hiring from overseas / bringing family members to Japan

Application for Permission to Change Status of Residence

When the purpose of your activities in Japan changes, this procedure is for considering a change to your status of residence.

From studying to employment / changes in activities, and similar cases

Application for Permission to Extend Period of Stay

This procedure is for extending your period of stay while continuing activities under your current status of residence.

Extending a period of stay for work / dependent stay, and similar cases

Inquiries about other residence procedures

We will check which procedures may be required for your circumstances, such as permanent residence permission or permission to engage in activities other than those permitted under your status of residence.

Please consult us about individual requirements and whether we can assist.

Visas are issued by Japanese diplomatic missions abroad, while applications concerning status of residence are examined and permissions granted by the Immigration Services Agency of Japan and other authorities. Acceptance of your case or preparation of documents by our office does not guarantee approval.

DOCUMENT PREPARATION

Required documents vary depending on your circumstances.

The documents required depend on the type of application, status of residence, employer, and personal history. The following are general examples, not a definitive list that applies to every application.

Documents concerning the applicant: passport, residence card, photograph, etc.
Documents concerning the activities: employment contract, job duties, educational and employment history, etc.
Documents concerning the accepting organization: company profile, business and financial documents, etc.
Documents concerning living circumstances and family: income and tax documents, proof of family relationships, etc.

We will provide an individual list of required documents after reviewing your circumstances. Do not include information such as your Individual Number in your initial inquiry.

FROM REQUEST TO APPLICATION

From engagement to application preparation

Consultation and review of your circumstances

We will confirm your purpose, current status and period of stay, work history, family relationships, and other relevant details.

Scope of services and estimate

We will explain whether we can assist, the fees, and how responsibilities will be divided, and confirm the terms of engagement.

Preparing and reviewing documents

We will gather the required documents and check for consistency and any matters that need explanation.

Application and examination support

We will confirm the application method and whether we can act as your representative, then assist with the examination process and any requests for additional documents.

Request assistance or consult us about an application

Reference: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan | VISA / Immigration Services Agency of Japan | Procedures

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