Pitfalls of Spouse Visa Renewal
& Tips for Obtaining a Long-Term Visa
Renewal is NOT 'automatic'!
Not just legal marriage, but the 'reality of the marital relationship' and 'stability in Japan' are strictly reviewed each time.
Top 3 Checkpoints for Renewal Review
① Reality of Marriage
Is cohabitation, shared livelihood, and communication sufficient?
Separation is a red flag
② Stability of Livelihood
Can the couple live together on combined income?
Reviewed by household income
③ Good Conduct
Are there any unpaid taxes or pension contributions?
Strict adherence to reporting obligations
Tips for getting a 3-year or 5-year visa
Emphasize 'Settlement in Japan'. If you have any of the following elements, actively state them in your application!
In fact, the review for residence period renewal is a process to re-check whether you 'continue to meet the review points from when you first obtained the residence status'.
Top 3 Review Points for 'Spouse or Child of Japanese National' Visa Renewal
1Is the 'reality' of the marriage continuing?
This is the most important aspect of the review. Not just the legal facts, but whether there is a socially accepted cohabitation is questioned.
- Cohabitation: Separation without a valid reason is fatal.
- Shared Livelihood: Is the household budget unified?
- Interaction: Is there daily communication?
2Is the household's 'livelihood' stable?
It is reviewed based on the couple's combined income, 'household income'.
3Is your 'conduct' in Japan good?
- ●Taxes/Insurance Premiums: The payment status of both yourself and your Japanese spouse will be strictly checked.
- ●Compliance with Laws: Of course, criminal records, but repeated traffic violations are also a negative.
- ●Reporting Obligations: Have address change notifications, etc., been submitted within the deadline when moving?
Bonus: How to aim for a longer period of stay (3 or 5 years)?
The key to obtaining a longer period of stay is to emphasize 'settlement and stability in Japan'.
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