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When applying for
a visa for the purpose of work, study, or long term residence,
it is advisable to apply in Japan beforehand
for a Certificate of Eligibility.
A Certificate of Eligibility is a document
that verifies the activity in which the foreigner wishes to engage
in Japan. This
document has the advantage of reducing the time required to obtain
a visa and complete immigration procedures when work and long-term
stay is the purposes of the trip, including such activities as;
entertainer, professor, researcher, work or employment, religious
activities, student, or long-term resident.
The application for
a Certificate of Eligibility is made by your sponsor in Japan at
the nearest regional immigration authority
to his/her place of residence. Employers or schools as well as
relatives could become your sponsors.
Once the Certificate of Eligibility reaches you by way of your sponsor
in Japan, you are ready to apply for a visa at the Japanese Embassy
or Consulate along with your valid passport, one 2"x2" passport-type
photo, a visa application form, and the Certificate of
Eligibility and a duplicate copy.
Further information about categories of
visas and visa procedures can be found on the website of Ministry
of Foreign Affairs
Spouse or Child of Japanese National
Applications from
spouse or child of Japanese national can be also accepted with
the following documents instead of Certificate
of Eligibility.
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A valid
passport (must have a complete blank visa page) |
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Two
visa application forms |
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Two
2"x2" passport-type photos (taken within 6 months) |
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An
official copy of the family registration (Koseki-Tohon) of
the Japanese national concerned, issued within the last six
months |
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A
birth certificate (in case of child of Japanese national) |
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A marriage
certificate (in case of spouse of Japanese national) |
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A letter
of guarantee from the Japanese national concerned or another
relative living in Japan |
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Documents
certifying the profession and the income of the foreign national
concerned or from his/her spouse or father or mother-in-law
in Japan |
Please note: Additional documents may
be required
Dependents of U.S. Military Personnel
Dependents of U.S. military personnel stationed in Japan are not
required to obtain a visa to apply for landing permission at a port
of entry in Japan in accordance with the agreement between the U.S.
and Japan (SOFA). However, those who have a non-U.S. passport and
are flying to Japan by commercial airline may be required to show
a visa. Should this be your case, you can apply for a visa by submitting
the following documents and duplicate copies.
Fee will vary depending on nationality.
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A
valid passport |
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One
visa application form |
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One
2"x2" passport-type photo (taken within 6 months) |
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Military
orders |
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Dependent
entry Approval |
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A
copy of the dependent's military ID card |
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