Japan•AsiaSpouse or Child of Permanent Resident Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
14-28 days
Application Fee
3,000 JPY
Stay Duration
6 months
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Visa for spouses and children of permanent residents. Similar to spouse of Japanese national with unlimited work rights and residency.
Spouse or Child of Permanent Resident visa is similar to spouse of Japanese national, providing spouses and children of permanent residents with unlimited work rights and residency. Offers direct pathway to permanent residency themselves.
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Requirements
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
With at least 6 months validity
Passport photos
Recent photos
Marriage certificate
Official marriage certificate
Family register
Japanese family register showing marriage
Sponsor Documents
Permanent resident spouse ID
Resident's Card showing PR status
Family register
Official family register
Letter of guarantee
From PR spouse
Employment/income proof
Employment certificate or income proof
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Advantages
- Unlimited work rights
- Direct PR pathway
- Can sponsor children
- Indefinite renewal
- Family unity support
Considerations
- Requires marriage to PR holder
- PR spouse must maintain status
- Divorce affects visa status
- Dependent on spouse's PR status
Application Process
Verify spouse PR status
Confirm spouse holds permanent residency
Register marriage
Marriage must be legally registered
Prepare documents
Gather marriage certificate, PR spouse ID, family documents
Apply at immigration
Submit application at immigration office
Or apply at embassy
If outside Japan, apply at Japanese embassy
Pay visa fee
Pay 3,000 JPY
Receive visa/status
Status of residence granted
Application Forms
Application for Change of Status of Residence
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