Overview
The procedure for obtaining Japanese nationality. An interview at the Legal Affairs Bureau is mandatory.
Main Requirements
- More than 5 years of residence in Japan
- Stable livelihood
- Japanese language ability
- Good conduct
- Renunciation of original nationality (varies by country)
Required Documents
- Family register and certificate of residence
- Tax payment certificates
- Certificate of employment
- Family relationship documents
- Documents from the applicant’s home country (translation required)
Key Examination Points
- Japanese language ability (including reading and writing)
- Stability of the applicant’s living foundation
- Good conduct (including traffic violations)
What an Administrative Scrivener Can Do
- Prepare application documents
- Provide interview preparation support
- Translate documents from the applicant’s home country