Japan—the land of cherry blossoms, bullet trains, and centuries-old traditions—has always fascinated Indians. For many, living and working in japan is a lifelong dream. The best part? japan does offer Permanent Residency (PR), and indians are eligible too—at a fee of just ¥8,000 (₹4,789).
Here’s everything you need to know in 6 simple points:
1. What is Japan’s Permanent Residency?
PR status allows foreigners to live in japan indefinitely, unlike work visas that require renewal. It’s the closest you can get to citizenship without giving up your indian passport.
2. Who Can Apply?
Lived in japan for 10 years or more.
Financial stability and a clean record.
No immigration law violations.
Special cases:
Spouses of Japanese citizens/PR holders: Eligible in just 1 year of living in Japan.
Children of Japanese citizens/PR holders: Eligible after 1 year.
Highly skilled professionals: Eligible earlier under Japan’s points-based system.
3. What Documents Do You Need?
application form, passport & residence card.
Proof of residence, income, and bank statements.
Tax certificates & social security payment records.
Guarantor documents (mandatory in Japan).
Marriage/family registration papers (if applying through family).
Note: All documents must be in Japanese or officially translated.
4. How to Apply?
Submit the application at your local Immigration Bureau before your visa expires. Processing takes about 4–8 months.
5. The Cost of Application
The PR application fee is ¥8,000 (₹4,789), paid via revenue stamps—making it one of the cheapest PR processes in the world.
6. What Happens After Approval?
Once approved, you’ll exchange your existing residence card for a Permanent Resident card at the municipal or ward office. From then on, japan is home—permanently.
✅ Bottom Line: If you’ve ever dreamt of living in japan, sipping matcha under cherry blossoms, or working in Tokyo’s neon-lit tech hubs, this could be your gateway. For indians, Japan’s PR is not just affordable—it’s achievable.
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