We provide agent services and support for the ‘Change of Status of Residence’ application procedure.
■ Fees for Change of Status of Residence Application Procedure
Administrative scrivener fee: From ¥77,000(yen)
Costs for obtaining required documents and postage: Actual expenses
■ Services Provided for Change of Status of Residence Application
・Consultation and support for the application process
・Preparation of required application documents and submission to the relevant Immigration Services Bureau
・Collection of necessary documents
<Steps for the Change of Residence of Status Application Procedure>
1.Inquiry and Consultation
Discuss the procedure, provide a cost estimate, and confirm the reasons for changing the residence status and whether a permit for engaging in activities outside the current status is needed.
2.Gather Required Documents
3.Prepare Application Documents
The applicant and the representative of the affiliated organization sign the completed application forms.
4.Submit the Application
We submit the residence status change application to the Immigration Services Bureau on your behalf.
5.Receive Notification of Approval
The notification of approval is issued and sent to our office (processing time: approximately 2 weeks to 1 month).
6.Obtain the New Residence Card
Bring the approval notification, passport, residence card, and fee payment slip to the relevant Immigration Services Bureau to receive the new residence card.
7.Deliver Documents to the Applicant
The new residence card and passport are delivered to the applicant.
<Important Nots on Change of Residence of Status Application>
The application period is from the time the reason for changing the residence status arises until the expiration date of the current residence period.
After the new residence card is issued, activities permitted under the new residence status can be conducted.
Special Note on Residence Period
※ Exception Period ( 特例期間 / tokurei kikan)
If a decision on approval or denial is not made by the expiration date of the current residence period, the applicant may remain in Japan until either the decision is made or two months have passed since the expiration date, whichever comes first.
At Uribou Administrative Legal Services, our primary service areas include Nakatsu City, Usa City, Bungotakada City in Oita Prefecture, and Buzen City, Yoshitomi Town, Koge Town, Chikujo Town, and Yukuhashi City in Fukuoka Prefecture. However, we also provide remote support via video calls and handle cases from other regions. We cater to various needs based on the client’s situation and also assist with Certificate of Eligibility applications, Extension of Period of Stay applications, Permanent Residence applications, and general support services for foreign nationals. Please feel free to contact us.