Should your visa be set to expire shortly, consider renewing it Before the hike in visa application and renewal fees takes effect on April 1, 2025. Those with their residency cards expiring within three months have until March 31, 2025, to renew without facing the new charges. these new fees .
Why the Increase?
As per the "Cabinet Order to Partially Amend the Enforcement Order of the Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act," the authorities plan to raise the charges for specific immigration processes—including changes in residential status and associated application submissions—beginning April 1, 2025. These costs were last modified back in 1981 and have stayed constant since then.
Updated Charges for New Visa Applications and Extensions
Starting from April 1, 2025, here’s what you should anticipate paying:
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Fee AdjustmentStep Charge prior to adjustment Charge subsequent to adjustment
Application for alteration of residential status online ¥4,000 ¥6,000
In-Person ¥5,500
Online fee for extending the residency period: ¥4,000 ¥6,000
In-Person ¥5,500
Permanent residency permit In-person fee: ¥8,000 ¥10,000
Single-entry re-entry visa fee online ¥3,000 ¥4,000
In-Person ¥3,500
Online multiple-entry reentry permit fee: ¥6,000 ¥7,000
In-Person ¥6,500
Online issuance of work eligibility certificate ¥1,200 ¥2,000
In-Person ¥1,600
Issuance of designated registration card - In Person: ¥2,200 ¥4,000
Renewal of designated registrant card - In Person: ¥1,100 ¥2,000
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Applying for your renewal online will cost less compared to visiting the immigration office personally. To begin your visa application or visa extension through the website, tap here to begin .
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