Long-term resident visa: Visa to live in Japan even after divorce from your Japanese spouse | Support Administrative Scrivener Corporation

If you are living in Japan on a spouse visa for a Japanese national or a spouse visa for a permanent resident and you divorce your spouse (husband or wife), you are generally required to return to your home country. However, depending on the circumstances, you may be permitted to continue living in Japan. In that case, your residence status will be a "long-term resident" visa. Here is a detailed explanation of this "long-term resident visa." When is a long-term resident visa granted? If you wish to remain in Japan after divorce, you may be granted a long-term resident visa if you meet the following conditions: ◆ You have a child with your divorced Japanese national and need to raise a child with Japanese nationality. ◆ You have been married to your divorced Japanese national for more than five years and have lived in Japan for more than seven years, establishing a life base in Japan. ◆ You have no family or relatives in your home country, so you would not be able to make a living if you returned to your home country. ◆ You have a reason that requires you to remain in Japan (for example, you have a chronic illness that requires ongoing treatment in Japan). Whether you can be granted a long-term resident visa and continue living in Japan after divorce is determined comprehensively based on factors such as your residence history in Japan, the situation in your home country, your age, and humanitarian considerations. Key Points for Obtaining a Long-Term Resident Visa to Live in Japan After Divorce When applying for a long-term resident visa, the following two points are important: 1. Have a reason to live in Japan. 2. Have the ability to support yourself independently (even after divorce, you will be able to live comfortably in Japan with your own income). A long-term resident visa due to divorce is not guaranteed to be granted simply by applying; it is a special permit determined based on each individual's circumstances. It is important to be able to submit documents that grasp the key points of the Immigration Bureau, such as what documents to submit and which points to emphasize in the application. Our company provides support based on the know-how we have gained from processing many long-term resident visa applications. Consultations are free of charge. Consultations are also available in Chinese, English, Vietnamese, and Korean. Please contact us before struggling alone. Leave it to us! Examples of Approvals and Rejections for Changing to a Long-Term Resident Visa The following examples were cited in documents published by the Immigration Bureau, and we present them below. [Examples of Approvals for Changing to a Long-Term Resident Visa] - Woman (spouse of a Japanese man, living in Japan for 6 years, married for 6 years and 6 months) - Has custody of a child with Japanese nationality. She has a certain income as a visiting caregiver. - Female (spouse of a Japanese man, has lived in Japan for 5 years, and has been married for 3 years). Her marriage ended due to violence from her ex-spouse. Divorce proceedings have not yet begun, but she is living separately and clearly intends to divorce. She has a certain income as a nursing assistant. [Examples of cases where a change to a long-term resident visa was not approved] - Male (spouse of a permanent resident, has lived in Japan for 4 years, and has been married for 3 years and 11 months). She had been living alone outside Japan for 1 year and 9 months. Frequently Asked Questions About Changing to a Long-Term Resident Visa Upon Divorce: I recently divorced my Japanese husband. We were married for 3 years. Is a "long-term resident" visa possible? The standard length of marriage is 5 years, but in some cases, it may be approved depending on other circumstances, such as age and whether or not there are children. My Japanese husband passed away. In this case, can I continue to live in Japan on a "spouse of Japanese national" visa? Even in the case of death, you cannot continue to live in Japan on a "spouse of Japanese national" visa. As in the case of divorce, you will need to change to a "long-term resident" visa. I have a child with my Japanese boyfriend, but we cannot marry. Can I live in Japan to support my child? If you have parental authority over your child and are able to maintain a stable livelihood, you may be granted a "Long-Term Resident" visa. The Long-Term Resident Visa Approval Process: Inquiries: Consultations are free and can be arranged as often as you like. Consultations are available in Chinese, English, Vietnamese, and Korean. Please contact us by phone or through our inquiry form. Consultations and Applications: After reviewing your current situation, we will explain our application guidelines. Please discuss payment schedules and contingency fees with our representative. Once you are satisfied with the estimated fee and service content, we will proceed with your request. Document Preparation: We will collect and prepare the necessary documents. We also provide document translation services for Chinese, English, Vietnamese, and Korean. Please note that the applicant will be responsible for the actual cost of obtaining certificates and other documents, as well as translation fees (1,000 yen per page). Application to the Immigration Bureau: Our certified administrative scrivener will apply to the Immigration Bureau on your behalf. This allows you to apply without visiting the Immigration Bureau. Permission Notice After receiving a notice from the Immigration Bureau, our administrative scrivener will go to the Immigration Bureau to carry out the procedures for issuing a new residence card. Video Explanation About long-term resident visas after divorce Important points to note when applying for a long-term resident visa We are providing the latest information on visa applications! bilibili哔哩哔哩 Red小红书 YouTube日本語 YouTube中文

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Visa to live in Japan after divorce with Japanese spouse

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