Obtaining permanent residency in Japan removes the need for future visa renewals and allows complete freedom in changing jobs or occupations.It also enhances your social credibility, making it easier to pass housing loan screenings and greatly improving the stability of your life in Japan. In recent years, permanent residency examinations have become stricter nationwide, and the Hiroshima Immigration Bureau is no exception. Applications are reviewed in detail, and the screening tends to be very thorough. Therefore, to secure permanent residency in Hiroshima, professional preparation based on the latest screening trends is essential. As an Immigration Lawyer based in Hiroshima, our office has extensive experience supporting permanent residency applications under the newest standards.We provide comprehensive assistance to help foreign residents build a stable and secure life in Japan.
Permanent residency is the right to continue living in Japan while maintaining your foreign nationality. Permanent Residents have no expiration date on their residence status and no restrictions on their activities in Japan.
Because of these benefits, the examination is more careful than for ordinary residence statuses.Applicants must meet the independent permanent residency criteria, including good conduct, stable and independent livelihood, and requirements related to the national interest.
Applicants must comply with Japanese laws and maintain a lifestyle that is free from socially unacceptable behavior.
Applicants must be financially independent and able to maintain a stable life in Japan.
This requirement evaluates whether granting permanent residency aligns with Japan’s national interest.
Required Documents
| Required Documents | Company Employee | Business Owner | Spouse of Japanese | Explanations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Permanent Residence Application Form | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Use the designated Immigration form. |
| Photo | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | 4cm × 3cm, taken within 6 months, front-facing, no hat, plain background. |
| Passport & Residence Card | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | For identity verification and confirmation of residence status. |
| Resume | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Includes residence history, education, work experience, and changes in personal status. |
| Certificate of Graduation / Copy of Diploma | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Employee: Employment certificate. Business owner: Copy of tax return, etc. |
| Documents Proving Occupation | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Company employee: Employment certificate Business owner: Copy of tax return, etc. |
| Resident Record (Juminhyo) | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Must include all household members. |
| Health Insurance Cards (All Household Members) | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Submit health insurance cards for all household members. |
| Ordinary Bank Account Balance | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Proves financial stability. |
| Nenkin Net Monthly Pension Record | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Obtain from the Japan Pension Service “Nenkin Net” website. |
| Japanese spouse’s Family Register (Koseki Tohon) | - | - | ✔ | Clarifies the family relationship with the applicant. |
| Marriage Certificate | - | - | ✔ | Obtain from the applicant’s home country authority. |
| Family Relationship List | - | - | ✔ | Use the designated Immigration form. |
| Statement of Reasons | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Describe the reasons why permanent residence is necessary. |
| Individual Tax Certificates | ✔ (5 years) | ✔ (5 years) | ✔ (3 years) | Issued by the municipality where the applicant lived on January 1. |
| National Tax Payment Certificates No3 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Proves no unpaid national taxes. Obtain from the Tax Office. |
| Company Brochure | - | ✔ | - | Prepare a brochure for the company you operate. |
| Certificate of Registered Matters | - | ✔ | - | Proves company details (name, address, officers, capital). Obtained from the Legal Affairs Bureau. |
| Business License | - | ▲ | - | Required only if the business type requires a license (construction, secondhand dealer, restaurant, etc.). |
| Corporate Tax Return | - | ✔ | - | Mandatory annual national tax return for corporations. |
| Social Insurance Payment Certificate | - | ✔ (2 years) | - | Proves no unpaid social insurance premiums. |
| Letter of Guarantee | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | A Japanese national or permanent resident must act as guarantor. |
| Documents Related to the Guarantor | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Submit documents proving the guarantor’s identity (driver’s license, My Number card, etc.). |
| Documents Showing Contribution to Japan | ▲ | ▲ | ▲ | Submit if available (e.g., commendation letters). |
| Acknowledgment Form | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Use the designated Immigration form. You must report any changes in employment, family, or tax status during the application process. |
For more details, please refer to the blog article below.
Immigration Lawyer focusing exclusively on visas, permanent residency, and naturalization.
In recent years, permanent residence screening has become increasingly strict.
We continuously monitor examination trends and the latest legal revisions, allowing us to propose the most effective application strategy to maximize your approval chances.
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Actual costs will be charged, as fees vary depending on the language and volume. The applicant may handle the translation themselves or request our office to do so.
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