29/07/2026
Latest News: Japan to Increase Immigration Application Fees from October 2026
Japan's Immigration Services Agency has announced a draft ordinance to revise immigration application fees, with the new fee schedule expected to take effect on October 1, 2026 after the public comment process.
The most significant change is the fee for Permanent Residence applications, which is expected to increase dramatically from JPY 10,000 to JPY 200,000.
Fees for Change of Status of Residence and Extension of Period of Stay will also change. Instead of the current flat fee of JPY 6,000, the new fees will depend on the period of stay granted.
Up to 3 months: JPY 10,000
1 year: JPY 33,000
More than 1 year up to less than 3 years: JPY 48,000
3 years up to less than 5 years: JPY 64,000
5 years or more: JPY 75,000
Applicants who submit Change of Status or Extension applications through the online system will receive a discount of up to JPY 10,000 compared with filing at an immigration office.
One very important point is that applications accepted before October 1, 2026, are expected to be charged under the current fee schedule, even if the approval is granted after the new fees take effect. This means that applicants who submit their Permanent Residence application before the implementation date should still be able to benefit from the current JPY 10,000 fee.
Now is also a good time to prepare for Permanent Residence applications. Municipal offices have begun issuing the 2026 Resident Tax Certificate and Tax Payment Certificate, which are required documents for Permanent Residence applications.
Please note that Permanent Residence applications are currently not eligible for online submission and must still be filed at an Immigration Office. However, our office provides online application services for the following procedures:
• Certificate of Eligibility (COE)
• Extension of Period of Stay
• Change of Status of Residence
These online services may help reduce government fees once the revised fee schedule takes effect.
The draft ordinance also includes a fee reduction system for applicants facing severe financial hardship and requiring humanitarian consideration.
As of July 2026, our office has maintained a 100% approval rate for Permanent Residence applications, including reapplications.
If you are unsure whether you qualify for Permanent Residence or would like to know what documents you need, we offer a free initial consultation.
If you are planning to apply for Permanent Residence, we encourage you to begin preparing your application before the new fees take effect.
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