•For applications accepted on or after October 1, 2026, the fee depends on the period of stay granted. At the counter (paid by revenue stamp): ¥10,000 for 3 months or less, ¥18,000 for over 3 months up to 6 months, ¥25,000 for over 6 months but under 1 year, ¥33,000 for 1 year, ¥48,000 for over 1 year but under 3 years, ¥64,000 for 3 years but under 5 years, and ¥75,000 for 5 years or more. Applications accepted by September 30, 2026 are charged the previous fee of ¥6,000 even if the permission is granted on or after October 1. In either case the fee is paid after approval, not when you apply
•Online applications have both different amounts and a different payment method. The fee is ¥10,000 for 3 months or less, ¥15,000 for over 3 months up to 6 months, ¥21,000 for over 6 months but under 1 year, ¥27,000 for 1 year, ¥42,000 for over 1 year but under 3 years, ¥56,000 for 3 years but under 5 years, and ¥65,000 for 5 years or more, plus a payment-processing fee (¥330 under 3 years, ¥550 for 3 years or more). Payment is made by convenience store or bank transfer; revenue stamps cannot be used, and credit card and QR code payments are not accepted
•If you meet certain conditions, such as receiving public assistance, the fee is reduced to ¥10,000 regardless of the period of stay. Supporting documents must be submitted, and because the online system does not handle the reduction, the application must be made at a counter. If a Specified Residence Card is issued upon permission and the residence card you hold was issued on or after June 14, 2026, an Immigration Services Agency fee of ¥1,900 (paid by revenue stamp) and a J-LIS fee of ¥600 (¥800 if an electronic certificate is issued) are required in addition to the amounts above. No such fee applies if your residence card was issued by June 13, 2026, or if you already hold a Specified Residence Card
•You may continue residing in Japan under your current status during the review period. However, you must apply before your residence period expires
•Apply as soon as the reason for the change arises. If you stop your current activities (e.g., studying or working) without applying promptly, your residence status may be revoked
•All documents written in a foreign language must be accompanied by a Japanese translation
•Certificates issued in Japan must generally be submitted within 3 months of their issue date