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SPOUSE OF PERMANENT RESIDENT
Spouse or Child of Permanent Resident Visa
Support for spouses and children of Permanent Residents or Special Permanent Residents in Japan.
This status applies to spouses of permanent residents and certain children born as children of permanent residents. We organize evidence of genuine marriage, cohabitation, income, and family relationship.
PRICE
From JPY 88,000
Fees vary depending on overseas documents, relationship history, family situation, and translation volume.
OVERVIEW
Overview
This status is used for spouses of permanent residents and special permanent residents, and for certain children of permanent residents.
For spouse cases, immigration reviews whether the marriage is genuine and whether the couple has a stable basis for life in Japan.
The application differs from Japanese spouse visa, so the sponsor's status and family relationship must be organized correctly.
REQUIREMENTS
Main Requirements
The sponsor is a Permanent Resident or Special Permanent Resident
The marriage or parent-child relationship is legally valid
The relationship and living arrangements are genuine and continuing
There is stable income, housing, and support in Japan
Past visa history, separation, or short relationship issues are explained when necessary
DOCUMENTS
Required Documents
Passport, residence card, application forms, and photos
Marriage certificate, family register, birth certificate, and translations if needed
Residence records, tax certificates, income certificates, and employment documents
Photos, communication records, travel records, and other relationship evidence
Statement of reasons and explanation materials for special circumstances
RISK
Common Refusal Reasons
Marriage history or relationship evidence is insufficient
Cohabitation, communication, or future living plan is unclear
Sponsor income, tax, or residence documents are insufficient
Documents from overseas do not match Japanese records
Past application or residence issues are not explained
SUPPORT
Our Support
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Organizing marriage, family relationship, income, and cohabitation evidence
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Preparing application forms, questionnaires, and statements of reasons
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Supporting overseas invitation, change, and renewal applications
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is this different from Japanese spouse visa?
A. Yes. The sponsor is a Permanent Resident or Special Permanent Resident, not a Japanese national.
Q. Can we apply if we recently married?
A. Possible, but the relationship history and future living plan must be explained carefully.
Q. Can you support overseas invitation?
A. Yes. We support Certificate of Eligibility applications for spouses and children overseas.
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