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Official - Required Documents
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Japan life info The Official visa status is for persons engaged in official duties of a foreign government or international organization recognized by the Japanese government, and their family members.
| Applicable Persons | Persons engaged in official duties of a foreign government or international organization recognized by the Japanese government, and their family members |
|---|---|
| Period of Stay | 5 years, 3 years, 1 year, 3 months, 30 days, 15 days |
Examples of Applicable Activities
- Staff of foreign embassies and consulates (other than diplomats)
- Staff of international organizations
- Military personnel and civilian employees of foreign forces stationed in Japan
- Family members of the above
Important Notes Before Applying
- For questions about application forms and required documents, please contact the Immigration Information Center. (TEL: 0570-013904)
- Applications with incomplete documents may result in significant delays or denial of permission.
- All certificates issued in Japan must be submitted within 3 months of the date of issue.
- Documents written in foreign languages must be accompanied by a Japanese translation.
Application for Certificate of Eligibility (New)
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Common Required Documents
| No. | Required Documents | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Application for Certificate of Eligibility - 1 copy | Go to application form |
| 2 | Photograph - 1 | 4cm (H) x 3cm (W) |
| 3 | Return envelope - 1 | Standard envelope with recipient address and registered mail stamps attached |
Please refer to the checklist for other required documents.
Application for Change of Status of Residence
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| No. | Required Documents | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Application for Change of Status of Residence - 1 copy | Go to application form |
| 2 | Photograph - 1 | Not required for those under 16 years old |
| 3 | Passport and Residence Card | For presentation |
Application for Extension of Period of Stay
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| No. | Required Documents | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Application for Extension of Period of Stay - 1 copy | Go to application form |
| 2 | Photograph - 1 | Not required for those under 16 or for extensions of 3 months or less |
| 3 | Passport and Residence Card | For presentation |
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