Dependent
🇯🇵 Japan visas · Family
What it is
For spouses and children of foreign nationals residing in Japan on work or study visas. Part-time work up to 28 hours/week permitted with authorization. Typical holders: spouses and children supported by a foreign resident.
Key facts
- Category
- Family
- Duration
- A period designated individually by the Minister of Justice, not exceeding 5 years
- Processing time
- 3 months
- Maximum validity
- 5 years
- Extendable
- Yes
- Path to permanent residence
- Indirect route
- Dependants
- No
- Work allowance
- 28 hours per week
- Health insurance
- Required
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all, so confirm your own case on the official page.
Fees
- Application fee (band 14,900-15,100; local amount per mission)
- JPY 15,100
- Application fee (band 29,900-30,100; local amount per mission)
- JPY 30,100
Key requirements
- Principal visa holder must hold an eligible residence status
- Proof of relationship (marriage certificate, birth certificate)
- Proof that the principal holder can financially support the dependent
- Certificate of Eligibility
Working on this visa
Part-time work up to 28 hours/week permitted with separate work authorization.
Facts checked against the official source. Last updated 22 July 2026.