Religious Activities - Required Documents

The Religious Activities visa status is for missionary and other religious activities conducted by religious personnel dispatched to Japan by foreign religious organizations.

Applicable Activities	Missionary and other religious activities conducted by religious personnel dispatched to Japan by foreign religious organizations
Period of Stay	5 years, 3 years, 1 year, 3 months

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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.

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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.

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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

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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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Reference Links

• Immigration Services Agency - Status of Residence “Religious Activities” (Japanese)