Published: 26.10.2026
From October 1, 2026, the fee for changing or extending residence status will depend on the approved period and range from ¥10,000 to ¥75,000 for in-person applications. The permanent-residency application fee will rise from ¥10,000 to ¥200,000, with discounts available for online applications.
According to the sources, extending or changing residence status will become considerably more expensive from October 1, 2026, particularly for permits lasting five years or more, while a permanent-residency application will require a much larger payment. This raises both the relocation budget and the ongoing cost of maintaining legal status, so applicants should factor the new fees into the timing of status changes and renewals. The measure primarily affects foreign residents applying for extensions, status changes, or permanent residence. Anyone planning a long-term move to Japan should take the change into account when budgeting.