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Colunas / 2024.04.09

【What you need in Japan】住民票(じゅうみん ひょう)‐Certificate of Residence

Certificate of Residence is required for various procedures such as opening a bank account or renting a room. Since it is a commonly used document in Japan, so let's keep it in mind!


■What is Certificate of Residence?
Certificate of Residence is a document that lists your current address. You can obtain one after you have done Resident Registration at the local government office in the area where you live.


■Included information in Certificate of Residence
・Name
・Address
・Date of Birth
・Gender
・Relationship to *The Head of Household(世帯主)
My Number (マイナンバー)
・Nationality
※Other than Japanese nationality
・Status of residence (type, expiration date, and number)
※Other than Japanese nationality
Etc

*The Head of Household is the designated representative of a household, typically the father in a family setting. For single individuals, they are considered their own household head.


■Where can you get Certificate of Residence?
①The local government office in the area where you live
・What to bring: Residence Card or Passport
・Fees: Approximately 300-400 yen
※Fees vary by region
※It is best to visit the local government office for assistance if you have questions or concerns.

②Convenience Store
・What to bring: My Number Card
・Fees: Approximately 200-300 yen
※Fees vary by region


■When is Certificate of Residence required?
・Renewing or Changing Residence Card
・Opening a Bank Account
・Renting a room
・Securing a Full-Time Job
・Obtaining a Driver's License (運転免許証)
Certificate of Residence is essential for various procedures in Japan.

Do not forget to update your YOLO JAPAN information whenever you change your Residence Card or move to a new address!
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★YOLO QUIZ★
Q: What is the approximate fee for obtaining a Certificate of Residence?
①200-400 yen
②1,000-1,500 yen
③3,000-4,000 yen

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A: ①200-400 yen
Acquiring a Certificate of Residence from either the local government office or a convenience store incurs a processing fee.

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