If a permanent resident in Japan wishes to invite a biological child under 18years old who lives abroad, the following procedure must apply for a ‘Long-Term Resident’ visa/not ‘Dependent’ visa:
1. Conditions:
– The child must be the biological child of the applicant.
– The child must be under 18 years old and unmarried.
– The applicant must have custody and be supporting the child financially.
2. Prepare Required Documents:
– Child’s birth certificate.
– Documents proving custody (e.g., court decision or agreement).
– Proof of financial support (e.g., remittance records, tax certificates).
– Residence certificate and employment certificate of the applicant in Japan.
– A letter explaining the reason for the invitation.
3. Apply for Certificate of Eligibility (COE):
– Submit all documents to the Immigration Bureau in Japan.
– Wait for the COE to be issued (usually takes 2-4 months).
4. Apply for Visa at Japanese Embassy/Consulate:
– Once COE is issued, send it to the child.
– The child applies for a visa at the Japanese embassy in their home country.
5. Entry to Japan and Resident Registration:
– Upon arrival in Japan, the child will receive a residence card.
– Complete resident registration at the local city office within 14 days.
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Contact Information
Name: Yokohama Trinity Certified Administrative Procedure Specialist Office
Address: 51 Bizcomfort Aobadai, 3F Aobadai Sankusu Bildg.
1-5-4 Aobadai, Aoba-ku, Yokohama -city, Kanagawa Pref.
Phone: 045-507-5689
Email: mail@office-yokohamatrinity.com yokohamatrinity-tk@outlook.jp
Representative: Certified Administrative Procedure Specialist Takahiro Kotani