Japan Raises Permanent Residency Fee 20-Fold as It Tightens Rules for Foreign Residents
Japan has sharply increased the cost of applying for permanent residency, raising the official fee from 10,000 yen to 200,000 yen from October 1, 2026. The twenty-fold increase is one of the most significant changes to Japan's immigration-related fees in decades and comes alongside tougher requirements for foreigners seeking to settle permanently in the country. At the same time, Japan is experie…
