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Permanent Residence Visa

Application ￥200,000～

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1.Length of Stay

Generally, you must have lived in Japan continuously for at least 10 years. However, in certain cases (e.g., spouses of Japanese , see below), this period may be shortened.

2.Stable Income and Tax Payment

You must have a stable income in Japan and pay your taxes properly. A benchmark is around 3 million yen per year, but more may be required if you have dependents.1dependent for about plus￥700000～.

Taxes must be paid on time, without any delays.

3.No criminal record

You must comply with the law and have no criminal record.Minor traffic one is also declared but not always effects the approval.(Its depends on the case) 

4.Status of Residence

Before applying for a permanent residence visa, you must already hold a 3year Period of Stay or more.If you keep getting 1year period,there are some reasons for not 3years period. Maybe you should have consult with a professional.

Special Cases

  • Spouse of a Japanese :

    • If you are married to a Japanese national or a permanent resident, you can apply for a permanent residence visa after 3 years of marriage and 1 year of continuous residence in Japan.

  • Long-Term Resident Visa:

    • Some holders of long-term resident visas can apply for a permanent residence visa after 5 years of residence.

Why are processing timelines longer?

  1. More applications. As more foreign nationals work and settle in Japan long-term, PR filings continue to rise. This is especially true in the Tokyo jurisdiction, creating heavier workloads and, in some cases, slower decisions.

  2. Tighter screening. Reviewers are looking more closely at tax and social-insurance compliance, traffic/penalty records (even minor citations can factor into the “good conduct” assessment), and status history (renewals/changes and any unexplained gaps). Expect follow-up questions if anything is unclear.


    Full Support for Japan Permanent Residence (PR) Applications　

Applying for Permanent Residence is a decisive process that determines whether you can live in Japan indefinitely. Because of its importance, reviews are careful and requirements are strict. Examiners check your background, employment, income, and compliance with health insurance, pension, and taxes—all of which must be properly documented and consistent.
 

How We Help

We conduct a thorough, tailored consultation and prepare your PR application in the most suitable way for your situation. Our goal is to present clear, complete evidence so your case can be evaluated smoothly.
 

If You Were Refused After a Self-Filed Application

If you applied on your own and were unfortunately refused, we can help. We'll:

  • Review the refusal reasons and any issues in documents or explanations,

  • Identify the best strategy to address the problems,

  • Assemble corrective evidence and prepare a stronger re-application plan.

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