Overview
An application to obtain Permanent Resident status, which has no expiration date. The screening process is highly strict.
Main Requirements
- Generally, 10 or more years of residence in Japan
- At least 5 years of employment
- Proper payment of taxes and enrollment in social insurance
- Good conduct
- Stable and sufficient income
Required Documents
- Certificate of residence
- Taxation and tax payment certificates
- Certificate of employment
- Withholding tax slip (Gensen Choshu-hyo)
- Statement of reasons
Key Examination Points
- Perfect compliance with tax obligations
- Stability and sufficiency of income
- Enrollment in social insurance
- Good conduct (including traffic violations)
What an Administrative Scrivener Can Do
- Preliminary assessment of eligibility
- Support in collecting required documents
- Drafting the statement of reasons