{"id":3193,"date":"2024-09-01T05:07:31","date_gmt":"2024-09-01T05:07:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gurukulgalaxy.com\/blog\/?p=3193"},"modified":"2024-09-01T05:31:52","modified_gmt":"2024-09-01T05:31:52","slug":"step-by-step-guide-to-obtaining-a-juminhyo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gurukulgalaxy.com\/blog\/step-by-step-guide-to-obtaining-a-juminhyo\/","title":{"rendered":"Step-by-Step Guide to Obtaining a Residence Certificate Juminhyo"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Obtaining a <strong>Residence Certificate (\u4f4f\u6c11\u7968, Juminhyo)<\/strong> in Japan is a straightforward process that involves visiting your local municipal office. The Juminhyo serves as an official document that verifies your address and residency status in Japan and is often required for various administrative procedures such as opening a bank account, enrolling in schools, applying for visas, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below is a step-by-step guide on how to obtain a Juminhyo:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/gurukulgalaxy.com\/blog\/step-by-step-guide-to-obtaining-a-juminhyo\/#Step-by-Step_Guide_to_Obtaining_a_Juminhyo\" >Step-by-Step Guide to Obtaining a Juminhyo<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/gurukulgalaxy.com\/blog\/step-by-step-guide-to-obtaining-a-juminhyo\/#1_Determine_Your_Eligibility\" >1. Determine Your Eligibility<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/gurukulgalaxy.com\/blog\/step-by-step-guide-to-obtaining-a-juminhyo\/#2_Prepare_Required_Documents\" >2. Prepare Required Documents<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/gurukulgalaxy.com\/blog\/step-by-step-guide-to-obtaining-a-juminhyo\/#3_Visit_Your_Local_Municipal_Office\" >3. Visit Your Local Municipal Office<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/gurukulgalaxy.com\/blog\/step-by-step-guide-to-obtaining-a-juminhyo\/#4_Fill_Out_and_Submit_the_Application\" >4. Fill Out and Submit the Application<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/gurukulgalaxy.com\/blog\/step-by-step-guide-to-obtaining-a-juminhyo\/#5_Pay_the_Required_Fee\" >5. Pay the Required Fee<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/gurukulgalaxy.com\/blog\/step-by-step-guide-to-obtaining-a-juminhyo\/#6_Receive_Your_Juminhyo\" >6. Receive Your Juminhyo<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/gurukulgalaxy.com\/blog\/step-by-step-guide-to-obtaining-a-juminhyo\/#Alternative_Methods_to_Obtain_a_Juminhyo\" >Alternative Methods to Obtain a Juminhyo<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/gurukulgalaxy.com\/blog\/step-by-step-guide-to-obtaining-a-juminhyo\/#1_Convenience_Stores_%E3%82%B3%E3%83%B3%E3%83%93%E3%83%8B%E4%BA%A4%E4%BB%98\" >**1. Convenience Stores (\u30b3\u30f3\u30d3\u30cb\u4ea4\u4ed8)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/gurukulgalaxy.com\/blog\/step-by-step-guide-to-obtaining-a-juminhyo\/#2_Online_Request_via_Mynaportal\" >**2. Online Request via Mynaportal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/gurukulgalaxy.com\/blog\/step-by-step-guide-to-obtaining-a-juminhyo\/#3_Postal_Request\" >**3. Postal Request<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-by-Step_Guide_to_Obtaining_a_Juminhyo\"><\/span><strong>Step-by-Step Guide to Obtaining a Juminhyo<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Determine_Your_Eligibility\"><\/span><strong>1. Determine Your Eligibility<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Who Can Apply:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Japanese Nationals:<\/strong> Any Japanese citizen registered at a specific address.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Foreign Residents:<\/strong> Individuals with a valid residence status who have registered their address at the local municipal office.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Third-Party Requests:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In some cases, a proxy can apply on your behalf with proper authorization and identification documents.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Prepare_Required_Documents\"><\/span><strong>2. Prepare Required Documents<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Before visiting the municipal office, ensure you have the following documents prepared:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Identification Documents:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>For Japanese Nationals:<\/strong> A valid photo ID such as a driver&#8217;s license, passport, or My Number Card (Individual Number Card).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>For Foreign Residents:<\/strong> A valid Residence Card (\u5728\u7559\u30ab\u30fc\u30c9) or Special Permanent Resident Certificate (\u7279\u5225\u6c38\u4f4f\u8005\u8a3c\u660e\u66f8).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Application Form:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Available at the municipal office or downloadable from the municipality&#8217;s official website. Some offices may provide multilingual forms; however, forms are typically in Japanese.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Proxy Documents (if applicable):<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Letter of Authorization:<\/strong> If someone is applying on your behalf.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Proxy&#8217;s Identification:<\/strong> Valid photo ID of the person acting as your proxy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Visit_Your_Local_Municipal_Office\"><\/span><strong>3. Visit Your Local Municipal Office<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Locate the Appropriate Office:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to the <strong>City Hall (\u5e02\u5f79\u6240, Shiyakusho)<\/strong> or <strong>Ward Office (\u533a\u5f79\u6240, Kuyakusho)<\/strong> corresponding to your registered address.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Office hours are typically <strong>Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM<\/strong>, excluding national holidays. Some offices offer extended hours or weekend services; check your local office&#8217;s schedule.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Proceed to the Appropriate Counter:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Look for signage indicating <strong>&#8220;\u4f4f\u6c11\u7968&#8221;<\/strong> or ask the information desk for directions to the residence certificate counter.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Fill_Out_and_Submit_the_Application\"><\/span><strong>4. Fill Out and Submit the Application<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Complete the Application Form:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Provide necessary details such as your <strong>name, address, date of birth, and purpose for obtaining the Juminhyo<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Specify if you need additional information included, such as your <strong>My Number<\/strong>, <strong>Nationality<\/strong>, or <strong>Resident Status<\/strong> (for foreign residents). Note that including sensitive information may require additional verification.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Submit the Application:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hand over the completed form along with your identification documents to the staff at the counter.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Pay_the_Required_Fee\"><\/span><strong>5. Pay the Required Fee<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Standard Fee:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The fee varies by municipality but is generally around <strong>\u00a5300 to \u00a5500<\/strong> per copy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Payment Methods:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cash is commonly accepted. Some offices may accept electronic payments or credit cards.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Receive_Your_Juminhyo\"><\/span><strong>6. Receive Your Juminhyo<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Processing Time:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The issuance is typically immediate and should take only a few minutes after submission.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Verify the Information:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Before leaving, ensure all the details on the Juminhyo are correct and match your records.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alternative_Methods_to_Obtain_a_Juminhyo\"><\/span><strong>Alternative Methods to Obtain a Juminhyo<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Convenience_Stores_%E3%82%B3%E3%83%B3%E3%83%93%E3%83%8B%E4%BA%A4%E4%BB%98\"><\/span>**1. <strong>Convenience Stores (\u30b3\u30f3\u30d3\u30cb\u4ea4\u4ed8)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Requires a <strong>My Number Card<\/strong> with an active electronic certificate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Participating Stores:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Major convenience stores like <strong>7-Eleven, Lawson, FamilyMart<\/strong>, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Procedure:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use the multi-function copy machine available in the store.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow on-screen instructions, insert your My Number Card, and select the required document.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Availability:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Usually available <strong>6:30 AM to 11:00 PM<\/strong>, including weekends and holidays.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fee:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Often slightly cheaper than obtaining it at the municipal office, around <strong>\u00a5200 to \u00a5350<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Online_Request_via_Mynaportal\"><\/span>**2. <strong>Online Request via Mynaportal<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Must possess a <strong>My Number Card<\/strong> and a compatible card reader or NFC-enabled smartphone.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Procedure:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Access the <strong>Mynaportal website<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Authenticate using your My Number Card.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fill out the online application and specify delivery method (digital download or mail).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Processing Time:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Digital copies can be available immediately; physical copies will be mailed and may take a few days.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fee:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Similar to in-person applications; payment methods vary and may include online payment options.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Postal_Request\"><\/span>**3. <strong>Postal Request<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Procedure:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Send a written request along with copies of identification documents and a self-addressed stamped envelope to your municipal office.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Include payment via <strong>postal money order (\u5b9a\u984d\u5c0f\u70ba\u66ff)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Processing Time:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>May take <strong>several days to a week<\/strong>, depending on postal service and processing times.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Considerations:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check with your local municipal office for specific instructions and required forms.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Obtaining a Residence Certificate (\u4f4f\u6c11\u7968, Juminhyo) in Japan is a straightforward process that involves visiting your local municipal office. 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