To Residents of Kumamoto from China:

Gyoseishoshi Hojin Shionaga Office provides comprehensive support for your secure life in Japan, covering visas, residency status, and various administrative procedures from both legal and practical standpoints.

In recent years, the number of people of Chinese origin moving to Kumamoto Prefecture for study, work, or marriage has been increasing, and they are expanding their roles as active members of the local community.

However, to continue living in Japan, you must navigate complex and specialized administrative procedures, such as renewing or changing your Status of Residence (visa), obtaining a spouse visa, applying for Permanent Residency, or establishing a company.

At Gyoseishoshi Hojin Shionaga Office, we utilize our extensive experience and expertise to provide careful support for all Chinese nationals, ensuring you can live, work, and raise a family with peace of mind in Kumamoto.

Our Core Support Services

1. Acquisition, Renewal, and Change of Status of Residence (Visa)

To stay in Japan, you need a Status of Residence that matches your purpose. Our office handles a wide range of application cases commonly faced by individuals from China.

Main Examples of Support:

Changing from a Student visa to a Work visa (e.g., Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services)
Changing to “Spouse or Child of Japanese National” or “Spouse or Child of Permanent Resident” due to marriage
Applying to change from a Spouse visa to “Permanent Resident”
Applying for a “Business Manager” visa for those wishing to start a business
Obtaining a Status of Residence from a Temporary Visitor status (in cases involving special circumstances)

Support Details:

Verification and collection of necessary documents
Document translation and drafting of the Statement of Reason
Submission of the application to the Immigration Bureau and handling the review process
Support for re-application after an unfavorable decision (rejection)

2. Support for International Marriage Procedures

When a Chinese national marries a Japanese national, multiple procedures are required, including marriage registration, visa application, and permanent residency application. We provide comprehensive support from marriage to future permanent residency.

Main Support Details:

Marriage registration procedures between China and Japan (including notification to the Chinese Embassy/Consulates General in Japan)
Procedures for obtaining and renewing a Spouse visa
Application for changing from a Spouse visa to a Permanent Resident visa
Support for obtaining a Dependent visa (for children/relatives)
Change of Status of Residence upon divorce (e.g., switching to Long-Term Resident)

3. Company Establishment and Business Manager Visa for Chinese Nationals

For Chinese nationals who wish to start a business in Kumamoto, we provide integrated support for establishing a corporation and applying for a Business Manager visa.

Support Details:

Procedures for establishing a company (e.g., Kabushiki Kaisha or Godo Kaisha)
Drafting of the Business Plan and Proof of Funds required for the Business Manager visa application
Support for office contract arrangements in Kumamoto Prefecture (in cooperation with real estate agents)
Support for Status of Residence renewal procedures after starting the business

4. Permanent Residency Permit and Naturalization Application Support

For those who have lived in Japan for a long time and wish to settle permanently, “Permanent Residency” or “Naturalization” are important options. Our office provides thorough support, from checking the application requirements to preparing all documents.

Permanent Residency Application Support:

Checking conditions such as length of residence, income, and tax payment status
Drafting the Statement of Reason in Japanese
Verification of resident tax and pension records
Support for re-application after rejection

Naturalization Application Support:

Accompaniment for preliminary consultation at the Legal Affairs Bureau
Assistance with translation and creation of Japanese documents
Individualized support based on family composition
Support for family register (Koseki) and passport procedures after naturalization

In addition to residency status, we widely support various administrative notifications and contract drafting needed in daily life.

Examples of Procedures We Handle:

Drafting Divorce Agreements, Acknowledgement of Paternity, and Child Support Agreements
Drafting Inheritance Division Agreements related to succession procedures
Drafting Voluntary Guardianship Contracts and Property Management Delegation Contracts for elderly family members
Drafting Letters of Reason for Temporary Visitor visas for inviting relatives

Strengths of Gyoseishoshi Hojin Shionaga Office

🏢 Excellent Access in Central Kumamoto City 🗣 Chinese and English correspondence available (via interpreter collaboration) 📄 Extensive Experience and Track Record in immigration matters 📘 Careful and easy-to-understand Document Preparation and Statement of Reason Review 🔁 Flexible Support for rejections and re-applications

Contact and Inquiry

Gyoseishoshi Hojin Shionaga Office 1-9-6 Suizenji, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto-shi, 860-0950 📞 096-385-9002 📧 info@shionagaoffice.jp

We are committed to providing sincere and accurate support for all Chinese nationals to live securely and thrive in Kumamoto.