Japan Immigration Fees 2026: JPY 200,000 PR Fee, Free Card Renewal and JESTA
Japan’s 2026 immigration fee reform and Cabinet Order proposal explained: proposed JPY 200,000 permanent residence fee, duration-based change and renewal fees, free residence card renewal for existing permanent residents, and the separate JESTA system.
? Visa Refused in Japan? The Typical Flow: Immigration Call-in → Refusal + Reason Explanation → Switch to “Designated Activities (Preparation for Departure)”
After an immigration call-in, many applicants receive a refusal decision and a reason explanation, then proceed to switch to “Designated Activities (Preparation for Departure)”. This article explains the typical flow, the fixed JPY 6,000 fee, the 30 vs 31-day difference, key questions to ask, and our escort support.
Japan Online Residence Application System 2026 Update: Eligibility, Deadlines, and Documents
Japan’s updated Online Residence Application System started in January 2026. This article explains eligible users, deadline precautions, document attachment management, employer and school workflows, and the practical role of a gyoseishoshi.