Requirements for Permanent Residency Application: A visa with a period of stay of 3 years or more is required for a permanent residency application.

• Criteria for 5-year Spouse Visa: Applicant must fulfill immigration law requirements, perform public duties, ensure child’s school attendance, fulfill tax obligations, and have a stable marriage with a cohabitation period exceeding 3 years.
• Criteria for 3-year Spouse Visa: Applicants with a 5-year period of stay but do not meet all criteria for a 5-year visa, or do not meet criteria for 5-year, 1-year, or 6-month visas.
• Criteria for 1-year Spouse Visa: Applicants with a 3-year period of stay who do not meet criteria for a 5-year visa, or situations requiring yearly confirmation of marriage or living conditions, or those with a stay exceeding 6 months but less than 1 year.
• Criteria for 6-month Spouse Visa: Applicants involved in divorce proceedings or with a clear intention to divorce, or those with a planned stay of 6 months or less.

Conclusion: There are clear criteria for the period of stay for spouse visas in Japan. By fulfilling tax and social insurance obligations, applicants can eventually obtain 3-year or 5-year visas. Careful attention to tax payments and public duties is required, especially for self-employed individuals or small business owners. Additionally, consultation with experts is recommended for those aiming for permanent residency.

 

Do you know?

If your spouse has more than 70 points on the Highly skilled Professional program, Your spouse may get HSP visa, All visa are 5 years visa, immediately. You can remain married and still change your status to HSP visa. Once you get HPS-5-years visa, You may apply for PR right now?!