List of Updates

Request for disclosure of Alien Registration Card｜For those who need "old residence records" for naturalization or identity verification "I used to be registered as an alien in Japan, but neither the card nor the record of my status of residence remains. However, I need to prove my past residence history for naturalization, permanent residence, inheritance, or marriage...

Effective date: October 16, 2025 / Source: Immigration and Residence Management Agency Document "Revision of Permission Criteria for 'Management and Administration' (Effective October 16, 2025)" "Is it true that management and administration will become stricter?" --In the past few months, we have been receiving the same question from those who are preparing to start a new business or those who are about to renew their...

Fee Schedule for Apostille Certification at Our Office Document Type Notary Public Fee (Tax-Exempt) Our Office Fee (Tax Included) Total Official Documents—38,500 yen 38,500 yen Private Documents (Japanese) 6,500 yen / copy 38,500 yen 45,000 yen Private Documents (Foreign Languages) 12,500 yen/copy 38,500 yen 51,000 yen * All amounts shown include tax. * Translation is required...

When, where, and what do I submit to renew my period of stay? If it is your first time, you may feel uneasy. In this article, we will explain the application period (from 3 months before expiration to the day of expiration), required documents, special exception period, online application, and fees after 4/1/2025 from the perspective of an administrative scrivener so that you can proceed without hesitation...

Gyoseishoshi Lawyer gently explains the procedures and points to note when applying for permission to change status of residence "I want to change my visa status from college student to employment visa, but which documents do I need to submit?" I want to change my visa status from student visa to employment visa, but which documents do I need to submit? Do you have such problems? Foreigners living in Japan...

Three main points of this article: Clear understanding of the occupations covered by the art visa and the differences from the "entertainment visa" and "cultural activities visa" Explanation of specific points of examination such as required documents, income requirements, letters of recommendation, etc. by an administrative scrivener Total understanding of the procedural flow, renewal, change and where to consult... 1. What is an art visa?

Three main points of this article: 1) The entertainment visa is a work visa for a wide range of activities (singers, actors, athletes, etc.) The types of visas are subdivided into No. 1, No. 2, No. 3, No. 4, and the conditions vary depending on the activity and the size of the facility....

Thorough explanation of how to apply for a marriage visa with a Korean national, with actual examples by an administrative scrivener. Also covers cases of change from a student visa, application from abroad, and after returning to Japan. Table of Contents Introduction｜Choose which visa to apply for after international marriage? Three main points of this article Case 1: Changing status of residence in Japan...

In order to establish a company and start a business in Japan, a business management visa is required. However, it is not easy for an overseas resident to prepare for the establishment of a company without assistance, since the normal business management visa requires the establishment of a company and the completion of an office contract. In such cases, it is possible to utilize...

Apostille is an important procedure that cannot be avoided by Japanese who plan to study, work, or be posted to Korea. In this article, we will explain the meaning of Apostille, the procedure, precautions, and frequently asked questions in an easy-to-understand manner. Table of Contents 1.