On June 24, 2026, Japan's new residence visa fee schedule was revealed in detail for the first time, as reported by Yahoo!ニュース at 15:01.
This marks the first time that specific fees broken down by visa duration have been disclosed, replacing the approximate figures that had circulated previously. Effective date: earliest October 2026.
📰 Yahoo!ニュース — June 24, 2026, 15:01: 一律６０００円の「在留」手数料を１万～７・５万円に…入管庁案、「永住許可」は１万円が２０万円に (Flat ¥6,000 residence fee to rise to ¥10,000–¥75,000. New proposal: permanent residency from ¥10,000 to ¥200,000)
- Source: Yahoo!ニュース June 24, 2026
1. Official Fee Table — Effective October 2026
Breakdown by visa duration granted:
Residence Status Change / Renewal (在留資格の変更・更新)
| Visa Duration Granted | Current Fee | New Fee (from Oct 2026) | Increase |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 months or less | ¥6,000 | ¥10,000 | × 1.7 |
| 3 months – 6 months | ¥6,000 | ¥18,000 | × 3 |
| 6 months – under 1 year | ¥6,000 | ¥25,000 | × 4.2 |
| 1 year | ¥6,000 | ¥33,000 | × 5.5 |
| 1 year – under 3 years | ¥6,000 | ¥48,000 | × 8 |
| 3 years – under 5 years | ¥6,000 | ¥64,000 | × 10.7 |
| 5 years or more | ¥6,000 | ¥75,000 | × 12.5 |
Permanent Residency Application (永住許可)
| Type | Current Fee | New Fee (from Oct 2026) | Increase |
|---|---|---|---|
| Permanent Residency | ¥10,000 | ¥200,000 | × 20 |
⚠️ Important notes:
- Permanent residency applications are counter-only (窓口のみ) — online submission is not available.
- Residence status renewals and changes can be filed online, with a discount of up to ¥10,000 off the counter fee (except for the 3-months-or-less category).
Fee Table with Online Discount Applied
| Visa Duration Granted | Counter Fee | Online Fee (up to ¥10,000 off) |
|---|---|---|
| 3 months or less | ¥10,000 | ¥10,000 (no discount) |
| 1 year | ¥33,000 | ¥23,000 |
| 3 years – under 5 years | ¥64,000 | ¥54,000 |
| 5 years or more | ¥75,000 | ¥65,000 |
| Permanent Residency | ¥200,000 | (counter only) |
2. Why These Numbers Differ from Earlier Reports
Before June 24, publicly available figures were estimated ranges (e.g., "5-year visa around ¥70,000"). This is the first time a complete 7-tier fee schedule with exact amounts per duration bracket has been disclosed.
Key differences from previously reported estimates:
| Duration | Earlier Estimate | June 24 figures (latest) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 year | ~¥30,000 | ¥33,000 |
| 3 years | ~¥60,000 | ¥64,000 (3–5 yr bracket) |
| 5 years | ~¥70,000 | ¥75,000 |
| Permanent residency | ~¥200,000 | ¥200,000 ✓ |
Additionally, two entirely new brackets appear: 3–6 months (¥18,000) and 6 months–1 year (¥25,000) — not previously discussed in public reporting.
3. Implementation Timeline — October 2026
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| May 29, 2026 | House of Councillors passes amended Immigration Control Act |
| June 19, 2026 | Cabinet approves government ordinance (政令) |
| June 24, 2026 | Detailed fee schedule by duration disclosed |
| July 1, 2026 | New tourist visa fees take effect (single-entry ¥15,000) |
| Coming soon | Public comment period (パブリックコメント) before finalizing the ordinance |
| Earliest October 2026 | New residence visa fees begin |
| March 31, 2027 | Statutory deadline for full implementation |
4. Who Needs to Act Now?
4.1 Permanent Residency Applicants (永住)
Approximately 3 months remain before the fee jumps from ¥10,000 to ¥200,000. PR applications average 4–6 months to process, but fees are collected when you pick up your card — not at submission. Apply immediately to maximize your chance of collecting under the old fee.
PR eligibility typically requires 10 years of continuous residence, or 3 years under the HSP Visa.
4.2 Workers with Expiring Visas (Gijinkoku, Tokutei Gino, Students)
If your visa expires from October 2026 onward, budget according to the new schedule:
- Granted 1 year: budget ¥33,000
- Granted 3 years: budget ¥64,000
- Granted 5 years: budget ¥75,000
4.3 IT Engineers (Gijinkoku) — N2 Requirement
Since April 15, 2026, Japan's Engineer Visa requires N2 proficiency. If you don't hold N2, renewal will be blocked regardless of fee. Prioritize passing N2 first.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Is the fee based on the duration I apply for, or the duration I'm actually granted?
Answer: The fee is based on the duration actually granted when you pick up your residence card. Granted 3 years → pay ¥64,000. Granted 1 year → pay ¥33,000.
2. I'll submit before October but pick up my card after October — which fee applies?
Answer: Fees are collected at card pickup. If you receive your card after the new fee schedule takes effect, you will likely pay the new rate. Monitor official Nyukan announcements for the exact enforcement date.
3. Are there discounts for students or Tokutei Gino workers?
Answer: No exemptions have been announced for these categories. They will almost certainly pay the full new rate.
4. Why are the official fees slightly higher than earlier estimates?
Answer: Earlier figures were based on incomplete information. The June 24 schedule is the most detailed breakdown disclosed to date, with slightly higher amounts (¥75,000 rather than ¥70,000 for 5-year visas).
5. Are the July 1 tourist visa fees and the October residence fees the same thing?
Answer: No — completely separate. The July 1 increase applies to tourist entry visas (single-entry ¥15,000, multiple-entry ¥30,000). The October increase applies to residence status renewals, changes, and permanent residency applications for foreign nationals already living in Japan.
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✍️ This article was researched and written by the Expert Review Team at KidNihon, based on information recorded on June 24, 2026. For any visa-related questions, please leave a comment below — we offer free consultations!