The Immigration fees for various visa status applications will change on 1 October 2026. This new fee system will take effect for applications submitted on or after 1 October 2026.
For details, please check the following page:
Immigration Services Agency website: 令和８年１０月１日付け在留許可手数料の額の改定等について / Revision of Immigration Fees Effective 1 October 2026
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In addition, for applications submitted online on or after 1 October 2026, the payment method for Immigration fees will change to convenience store payment or bank transfer. Please note that a separate handling fee applies to these payments.
Immigration Services Agency website: Immigrataion Fees and Payment Method Effective 1 October 2026 / オンライン申請における手数料額及び手数料納付方法について
Please note that for applications submitted in person, Immigration fees will still be paid with revenue stamps as before.
【IMPORTANT NOTICE】
Due to recent legal changes, we are currently handling a very high volume of immigration applications. Because of this, we cannot accept new consultations or requests for immigration applications until the end of September 2026. Thank you for your understanding.