Required procedures
These procedures can involve deadlines or legal duties. Check the deadline and required documents early.
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10 ArticlesWhat to Do Within 14 Days of Arriving in Japan
Start with residence registration, then organize insurance, pension, banking, and phone setup. A Japanese phone number is generally not required for the address notification itself.
Join National Health Insurance
Eligibility, counter, premiums, and insurance card checks.
Pension Procedures
Check enrollment, exemptions, and lump-sum withdrawal with Japan Pension Service.
When You Need Permission for Activities Outside Your Status
Before starting a part-time job or side work, check your status, activity, time limits, and permission.
Moving Procedures Checklist
Organize move-out and move-in notices, address updates, utilities, and landlord contact.
What to Do After a Child Is Born in Japan
Handle the 14-day birth notification, the 30-day residence-status application when required, health insurance, child allowance, and home-country registration in order.
Residence Procedures After Changing or Leaving a Job
Compare your status with the new duties, notify immigration within 14 days when required, and update insurance, pension, and tax.
Extension of Stay vs. Change of Status
Distinguish extending the same activity from changing your activity or status, then check timing and documents.
When You Receive a Resident Tax Notice
Check the tax year, income, deductions, payroll withholding or self-payment, and every due date; ask the municipality about errors or payment difficulty.
If You Lose Your Residence Card
Report the loss to police, prepare identity evidence, and apply for reissuance at immigration.