The documents required vary depending on your visa type and circumstances, but the common documents include:
Personal Identification Documents:
- Permanent Residency Application Form
- Passport
- Residence Card (Zairyu Card)
- Certificate of Residence (Juminhyo)
Financial and Employment Documents:
- Certificate of Employment
- Tax Certificates for the past 3–5 years (Kazei Shomeisho)
- Bank Statements (to show financial stability)
Proof of Tax and Pension Contributions:
- Tax Payment Certificates (Nozei Shomeisho)
- Proof of Pension and Health Insurance Contributions
Guarantor Documents:
- A guarantor letter from a Japanese citizen or permanent resident
- Guarantor’s Certificate of Residence and Proof of Income
Additional Documents (if applicable):
- Marriage Certificate (for spouses)
- Proof of Language Proficiency (e.g., JLPT N1 or N2 for Highly Skilled Professionals)