Naturalization Application Service
Naturalization
Naturalization is the process by which a foreign national acquires Japanese citizenship. Once naturalization is approved, you are treated as a Japanese citizen, gaining benefits not available with permanent residence, such as voting rights, a Japanese passport, and removal of restrictions on public service employment.
Naturalization applications are handled by the Legal Affairs Bureau, not the Immigration Bureau. The required documents are extremely extensive, and an interview at the Legal Affairs Bureau is also required. Our office provides comprehensive support from document preparation to interview coaching.
Who We Help
Key Requirements for Naturalization
There are also conditions regarding loss of nationality and ideology. We can assess your eligibility during our free consultation.
Review Period
Approximately 8-12 months after application acceptance. Including document preparation, the entire process typically takes over 1 year.
Naturalization vs. Permanent Residence
| Category | Naturalization | Permanent Residence |
|---|---|---|
| Nationality | Changes to Japanese (lose home country nationality) | Retain home country nationality |
| Voting Rights | Yes | No |
| Passport | Japanese passport | Home country passport |
| Residence Card | Not needed (treated as Japanese) | Yes (no expiry) |
| Public Service | No restrictions | Restrictions apply |
| Application Office | Legal Affairs Bureau | Immigration Bureau |
| Review Period | 8-12 months | 4-8 months |
| Interview | Yes | No |
| Cost (our office) | ¥71,500~ | ¥66,000~ |
Which option is right for you depends on your future life plans and circumstances. We can suggest the best option during a free consultation.
Do you have any of these concerns?
The required documents are overwhelming — don't know where to start
Want to confirm beforehand whether you qualify given your situation (divorce history, taxes, traffic violations, etc.)
Heard the review takes nearly a year — want to reduce anxiety during the wait
Don't know what will be asked at the Legal Affairs Bureau interview or how to prepare
We provide thorough support from document preparation to Legal Affairs Bureau interview coaching. Our experts handle the collection and preparation of extensive documents, minimizing your burden.
Tell us about your situation in a free 60-minute consultation
Book Free Naturalization ConsultationService Flow
How It Works
STEP 1
Free Consultation
Contact us (email, phone) → Free consultation
- •Eligibility check (7 conditions) and naturalization assessment
- •Pre-consultation with Legal Affairs Bureau (if needed) → Quote
STEP 2
Contract & Document Preparation
Contract (no retainer fee) → Document checklist (can exceed 100 pages)
- •Home country document collection (incl. translation) + Japanese official documents
- •Application document preparation → Motivation statement → Client review
STEP 3
Legal Affairs Bureau Submission & Interview
Submit application to Legal Affairs Bureau (accompanied)
- •Handle additional document requests during review
- •Interview coaching (2-3 months after application, approx. 1 hour)
- •Payment (pay after submission only)
STEP 4
Approval
Approval by Minister of Justice → Official gazette publication
- •Registration procedures (family register, etc.)
Free Consultation
Contact us (email, phone) → Free consultation
- •Eligibility check (7 conditions) and naturalization assessment
- •Pre-consultation with Legal Affairs Bureau (if needed) → Quote
Contract & Document Preparation
Contract (no retainer fee) → Document checklist (can exceed 100 pages)
- •Home country document collection (incl. translation) + Japanese official documents
- •Application document preparation → Motivation statement → Client review
Legal Affairs Bureau Submission & Interview
Submit application to Legal Affairs Bureau (accompanied)
- •Handle additional document requests during review
- •Interview coaching (2-3 months after application, approx. 1 hour)
- •Payment (pay after submission only)
Approval
Approval by Minister of Justice → Official gazette publication
- •Registration procedures (family register, etc.)
Plans & Pricing
Choose Your Plan
| Light | Recommended Standard | Full Support | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eligibility assessment | |||
| Required document checklist | |||
| Application document review | |||
| Email/phone consultation | Up to 3 | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Application document preparation | |||
| Motivation statement preparation | |||
| Legal Affairs Bureau submission accompaniment | |||
| Legal Affairs Bureau interview coaching & accompaniment | |||
| Document collection (domestic) | |||
| Refund guarantee |
Pricing (tax included)
| Light | Standard | Full Support | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Employee | ¥71,500 | ¥143,000 | ¥187,000 |
| Self-employed / Company executive | ¥82,500 | ¥154,000 | ¥220,000 |
Family simultaneous application (cohabiting / per person)
| Light | Standard | Full Support | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ¥33,000 | ¥49,500 | ¥60,500 |
Multiple company executive option (2nd company onward / per company)
| Light | Standard | Full Support | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ¥11,000 | ¥22,000 | ¥33,000 |
- Reapplication after denial: +¥33,000
* All prices include tax
* No retainer fee required. Payment is due after submission to the Legal Affairs Bureau
* Full refund or free reapplication if your application is denied
Guarantee System
Our Commitment to Your Success
We have absolute confidence in our naturalization application services, but we have prepared a guarantee system just in case.
Free Reapplication Guarantee
In the unlikely event that your naturalization application is rejected, we will reapply for free.
Full Refund Guarantee
If reapplication has no prospect of approval, we will refund the full amount of compensation paid based on our refund policy.
* Guarantee system applies to Full Support Plan and Standard Plan
Feel Free to Contact Us
First 60 min free ・ Online available ・ Weekends & holidays OK
Book Free Naturalization Consultation