When Does Permission Start If a Renewal or Change of Status Is Approved Before the Expiration Date?
Extension of period of stay and change of status of residence are different procedures. This article explains how to understand the start date when permission is granted before the current expiration date.
Can Unpaid National Health Insurance Premiums Affect Your Visa Renewal in Japan?
Unpaid National Health Insurance premiums may be considered in visa renewal or change of status applications in Japan. Arrears do not automatically mean refusal, but applicants should check payment status and prepare documents before filing.
Japan’s Proposed Visa and Residence Status Fee Revision｜Permanent Residence Fee of JPY 200,000 and the October 1, 2026 Timing Issue
Japan’s Immigration Services Agency is conducting a public comment procedure on proposed revisions to residence status application fees. The proposal includes a JPY 200,000 fee for permanent residence and new fees for visa renewal and change of status depending on the period of stay. Applications filed before October 1, 2026 may be treated under the current fee rules, but applicants should not rush without checking eligibility and documents.