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Extension of Stay [@ Immigration Bureau]

Visa / Extension of Stay

You should apply for an extension at your local Immigration Bureau (Shinagawa Tachikawa Saitama Chiba) between 2 months and one day prior to the date of expiration.

  1. Immigration Bureau's URL
    http://www.moj.go.jp/ONLINE/IMMIGRATION/16-3.html
  2. Required Documents
    • Application form for Extension of Stay
      (available at the Immigration Office)
    • Certificate of Enrollment
    • Transcript
    • Passport
    • Alien registration card
    • Student ID
    • Fee ¥ 4,000 (should be paid by revenue stamp)
    • Certificate for expenses (Limited countries only)
  3. After receiving a new alien registration card, you should visit your local ward/city office to renew your registration with your passport and the new card within 14 days.

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