Naturalization
Updated: July 2025, 12
table of contents
- 1 Naturalization application support content
- 2 Providing support according to the attributes of those naturalizing
- 3 Benefits of requesting
- 4 Guests’ Feedback
- 5 The process leading up to approval
- 6 FAQ
- 7 ~Message from the naturalization application officer~
- 8 Related page
- 9 cost
- 10 First, please contact us for a free consultation (reservation required)!
Naturalization application support content
Creation of naturalization application form
Created based on the legal affairs bureau format.
Drafting a letter of motivation
We will create a motivation letter for those who don't know what to write, or who have something they want to write but can't quite put together.
*Special permanent residents do not need to submit a letter of motive.
Adjustment of required documents
We will provide you with a list of required documents. (*After application)
If you make a request, you will no longer have to go to the Legal Affairs Bureau multiple times for consultation.
Basically, we will proceed with preparations so that applications can be accepted in one go.
(*In the Tokai and Kansai regions, many legal affairs bureaus require prior consultation, so you may be asked to go to the legal affairs bureau before accepting the application.)
Certificate acquisition
For certificates that can be obtained from the following organizations, we will obtain a power of attorney on your behalf.
・City/ward/town/village offices in Japan
・Ministry of Justice ・Tax Office
・Prefectural tax office
・Driver's License Center
・Korean Consulate *For Korean nationals
*Excludes items that can only be obtained by the person in question.
You will be responsible for the cost (actual cost) of obtaining certificates, etc.
*If you are a Korean national, the Korean certificate required for naturalization application can be obtained from a Korean consulate in Japan.
We can obtain the license on your behalf, so even if you do not understand Korean or cannot translate, please feel free to leave it to us.
Translation (Chinese, Korean, and English only)
Our company has Chinese, Korean, and English translation staff.
Leave it to us to translate documents for naturalization applications that are difficult to translate by yourself, such as certificates in old formats!
*You will be responsible for the translation fee (1,000 yen/4 A1 size page).
*For a handwritten family register in Taiwan or a handwritten certificate in the Philippines, we may quote 2,000 to 3,000 yen/A4 size in advance.
Document inspection (check)
*In the Tokai and Kansai regions, our staff will go to the Legal Affairs Bureau to check the documents in advance.
If you have any concerns or questions during the material preparation process, please contact us.
Our dedicated staff will contact you by phone or email at any time.
Finally, we will review all the documents we have received from an overall perspective and prepare them for application.
After follow
If there is a change in the applicant's personal circumstances (relocation, job change, marriage, childbirth, departure from Japan, etc.) during the period from when the application is received until the results are available, we will provide support and advice on preparing and obtaining additional documents. Masu.
You will not be alone even after checking in, so if you have any concerns, please contact our dedicated staff.
Procedures for renunciation and loss of nationality
We also support procedures for renunciation and loss of nationality after naturalization (before permission in China and Taiwan).
·South Korea
Supporting procedures for loss of nationality after naturalization permission.
Translation of the submission certificate (Japanese) into Korean, filling out the application form in Korean
(*Separate fees will be charged.)
·China
Acting to receive the certificate of nationality (applied at the consulate) to be submitted at the time of application.
(Tokai area only/as of July 2019.7)
·Taiwan
Translation of a permit for loss of nationality before naturalization is granted (*Separate translation fee will be charged.)
Providing support according to the attributes of those naturalizing
General support menu for those applying for naturalization
We provide the following support to those applying for naturalization.
・Creation of naturalization application form
・Creating a draft of a motivation letter
・Adjustment of required documents
・Certificate acquisition
・Procedures for renunciation and loss of nationality
Support menu for naturalization applications for Korean residents in Japan and Korean residents in Japan (special permanent residents)
There are many cases where people apply for naturalization when they get married or get a job, and we will support you with your application while respecting your privacy.
We will provide full support even for those who cannot speak Korean.
・Creation of naturalization application form
・Creating a draft of a motivation letter
・Adjustment of required documents
・Certificate acquisition
・Procedures for renunciation and loss of nationality
Support menu for business owners and wealthy people applying for naturalization
When business owners and wealthy people apply for naturalization, they tend to obtain a large number of official certificates.
・Creation of naturalization application form
・Creating a draft of a motivation letter
・Adjustment of required documents
・Certificate acquisition
・Procedures for renunciation and loss of nationality
Support menu for athletes applying for naturalization
We will work with club teams and agents to ensure that players can apply without any burden.
・Creation of naturalization application form
・Creating a draft of a motivation letter
・Adjustment of required documents
・Certificate acquisition
・Procedures for renunciation and loss of nationality
More information on naturalization for athletes is available on the following page:
Benefits of requesting
success fee system
Proceed with your application based on what you learned during the interview and after applying.DisallowedIf you have becomeIn principle, we will refund your compensation in full.
Fast Response
Our motto is fast response.
We establish specialized teams for each project, and our systematized processes enable quick response.
We handle your applications swiftly and reliably.
Supporting document creation and collection
Our expert consultants can assist you with everything from guiding you through the necessary documents, checking your certificates, and preparing your application forms.
We can also obtain official Japanese certificates, such as a residence certificate, on your behalf.
There is no need for the applicant to request all materials.
*Basically, you must obtain foreign documents yourself, but we can obtain Korean certificates on your behalf.
Foreign language translation also available
It also supports translation into English, Chinese, and Korean.
*Japanese language ability is also one of the requirements for naturalization applications.
We can help translate documents, etc.Communication during interviews with our consultantsOnly available in JapanesePlease note that this will be the case.
More than 2500 people have been naturalized
We have focused on naturalization work since the early days of our establishment, and the total1400 ofWe have supported the above naturalization cases.
*We handle many applications for families, and the total number of applicants is2500 over!
Countries that have handled naturalization applications so far
Korea, China, Taiwan, Vietnam, Philippines, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Thailand, Peru, Syria, Myanmar, America, Russia, France, Brazil, Laos, Singapore, Iran, Kyrgyzstan, Turkey, Paraguay, Iran, New Zealand, etc.
Guests’ Feedback
The process leading up to approval
Inquiries and free consultations (※Interviews are only available in Japanese)
Consultation is free.
Please contact us by phone or via the inquiry form.
We will meet with you either in person (only in our Tokyo or Nagoya offices) or online to confirm your current situation and then issue you a quote and application form.
Register・Information on necessary documents, etc.
After you apply, we will send you the necessary documents and invoice.
Please check with your representative regarding payment schedule and success fees.
Interviews, obtaining certificates, and document preparation
First, we will inform you of the documents required for application.
We will obtain certificates issued by government offices in Japan on your behalf.
Please prepare the necessary documents yourself if we are unable to obtain them for you, such as documents issued overseas.
We also translate documents in Chinese, Korean, and English.
*The applicant will be responsible for the cost of obtaining certificates etc. (actual cost) and translation fees.
Please check the application documents and submit them to the Legal Affairs Bureau.
Once all the documents are prepared, you will then submit the application to the Legal Affairs Bureau.
In the case of naturalization, unlike the procedures at the Immigration Bureau, the client must submit the necessary documents themselves.
Once the application is completed, we will settle the costs of obtaining documents, translation, etc.
Interview at the Legal Affairs Bureau
After your documents are accepted, you will be contacted by the Legal Affairs Bureau within a few months and an interview will be arranged.
We also provide advice on key points to consider when interviewing.
Depending on your nationality, you may be instructed by the Legal Affairs Bureau to go through the procedure to renounce your nationality after the interview.
Permission for naturalization and subsequent procedures
The naturalization grant will be published in the Official Gazette.
After your naturalization is approved, you will need to change your nationality and name on your driver's license, as well as your name on any real estate you own, bank accounts, credit cards, etc.
We will also support you with various procedures after naturalization as needed.
※About procedures for renouncing nationality
Please consult us as the procedures and timing vary depending on your nationality.
※Tips for getting permission quickly
No matter how quickly you would like your permit to be granted, it will ultimately be examined by the Ministry of Justice in Tokyo in the order of arrival.
The key to getting permission quickly is:How can we shorten the time it takes to obtain documents before applying?!
FAQ
It says that the consultation is free, is that true?
Consultations are free of charge. Please rest assured that when charges are incurred, we will provide an estimate in advance and obtain the client's consent.
How will I obtain certificates such as resident card and tax payment certificate?
We can obtain certificates on your behalf, except for those that can only be obtained by the client. (If we obtain them for you, we will charge you the actual cost.) We also translate documents from Chinese, Korean, and English. *A separate translation fee (1,000 yen per page, excluding tax) will be charged.
What happens if I cancel a work request after it has been submitted?
In the case of cancellation due to the client's circumstances, we will normally refund half of the naturalization procedure fee. Please contact us for details when applying.
I live far away and can't come to your office, can I still consult with you?
If it is difficult for you to visit our office, we will conduct interviews via phone or video call. Please contact us even if you live far away.
I am a Korean citizen, do I have to go to the embassy myself to obtain a Korean certificate?
In the case of South Korea, we can obtain the necessary certificates (identity-related) for naturalization applications on your behalf. Basically, there is no need for you to go to the embassy in person.
~Message from the naturalization application officer~
we are partners
Why did you decide to become Japanese?
I believe that there are many different thoughts and reasons behind each individual's decision.
I'm sure you will be filled with a lot of anticipation and excitement about starting a new life after applying for naturalization and acquiring Japanese nationality.
“When I became Japanese, I definitely wanted to use this name!” said the person who wrote the name in kanji with shining eyes.
“I took a family photo as a souvenir!” A person showed me a photo with a big smile on his face.
Someone who always comes to see me when I'm nearby and says, "Work is going well!"
In this way, we can share your sparkling moments together.
More than anything, I feel grateful and happy.
Because we are able to support important milestones in life, we want to be partners with our customers.
We will listen clearly even when it is difficult to hear.
We are very clear that we have decided that it is not appropriate.
We will absolutely maintain confidentiality.
そ し て,We are always serious about the lives of our partners.
Please trust us.
We hope to build a relationship where we can share the joy we have achieved together and appreciate each other.
We look forward to meeting you!
Related page
- Naturalization topics
- Naturalization Top page
- Procedures for foreigners to acquire Japanese citizenship
-Detailed explanation of the naturalization application process, necessary documents and conditions- - Athletes' naturalization applications for Japan
- Naturalization applications for company managers and self-employed individuals
- Local naturalization application
cost
| Support content | Remuneration amount (tax included) |
|---|---|
| Application for naturalization permission (basic fee) *Applicant and family members from the same household For salaried workers (company employees, part-time workers, etc.) | From 198,000 yen |
| Application for naturalization permission (basic fee) *If the applicant or a family member from the same household If you are a company or sole proprietor | From 264,000 yen |
| In case of adding more people | Remuneration amount (tax included) |
|---|---|
| Add number of people (simultaneous application/same household) | 1 yen/XNUMX person |
| Additional number of people (simultaneous application/same household/under 15 years old) | 1 yen/XNUMX person |
*Our corporation is an administrative scrivener corporation and is not a government agency (government agency).
Nationwide support
First, please contact us for a free consultation (reservation required)!
The naturalization application form must include all information from birth to the present.
For example ...
We will be working with you on the preparations and you will need to provide us with all information about your family, work, and income.
You need all the information that represents you! It is no exaggeration to say that the amount of information is so large.
"I don't know where to start! I have some concerns, but can I apply?"
The naturalization application process involves putting your entire life into paperwork, and many people feel anxious that they will not be able to complete it alone due to the sheer volume of information and complexity. Please come and talk to us!
Let's take the first step towards naturalization application together!
To do so, please first contact us using the [Contact Us] link below.
After contacting us, the process will be as follows:
①Contact us by phone or via the inquiry form below
② Easily arrange hearing/consultation dates and times by phone/email
③Free consultation (please visit our office)
About free consultation
Belongings
Passport, residence card (special permanent resident certificate for special permanent residents)
*If you have any documents prepared for your naturalization application, please bring them with you.
Free consultation content
・Explanation of requirements for naturalization application
・Hearing to see if the customer can apply
・Our service content
・Procedure flow
・Information on quotation
When inquiring about naturalization, please enter the following information in [Consultation details/contact].
・Information that the consultation is about naturalization
·Country of Citizenship
·Status of residence
・Address *Enter the city, ward, town or village. Example: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, etc.
・Preferred date and time for free consultation
In principle, we respond to inquiries on the same day or the next business day.
If you do not hear from us for more than 2 business days, the message may not have been sent.
We apologize for the inconvenience, but please contact us again using this form.
We also accept consultations over the phone.
*Japanese language ability is also one of the requirements for naturalization applications.
We can help translate documents, etc.Communication during interviews with our consultants
Only available in JapanesePlease note that this will be the case.
