The information on The Japan Resident is provided for general informational purposes only and reflects our understanding of procedures, requirements, and costs at the time of writing. It is not legal, tax, immigration, or financial advice.
Verify Before You Act
Immigration procedures, tax rules, insurance premiums, and banking requirements in Japan change, and requirements can vary by municipality, visa category, or individual circumstances. Before making decisions based on anything you read here, confirm current requirements with the relevant official source:
- Immigration Services Agency of Japan (出入国在留管理庁) for visa and residency matters
- Your local municipal office (市役所/区役所) for resident tax, National Health Insurance, and My Number Card procedures
- The National Tax Agency (国税庁) for tax filing
- A licensed immigration lawyer (行政書士) or tax accountant (税理士) for anything with significant financial or legal consequences
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