Forgot to Renew Permanent Resident Card: The Complete Guide 2025
A permanent resident card basically does not require renewal, but the residence card may need to be renewed. This article explains in detail how to deal with forgetting to renew your permanent resident card in 2025, based on the latest information. We recommend that you grasp accurate information and use Check Visa Eligibility to simultaneously confirm the possibility of obtaining a visa.
Renewal of Permanent Resident Card and Residence Card
The permanent resident card itself does not need to be renewed, but the residence card may need to be renewed. The expiration date of the residence card is until the 16th birthday for those under 16 years old, and 7 years for those 16 years old and over.
Renewal Period of Residence Card
You can apply for renewal of your residence card from 3 months before the expiration date. If you forget to renew your residence card, the expiration date of your residence card expires, there may be problems with your status of residence. It is important to carry out the renewal procedure promptly.
How to Deal with Forgetting to Renew
If you forget to renew, you must promptly carry out the renewal procedure at the immigration bureau. Even if the expiration date of the residence card has expired, you can carry out the renewal procedure. However, if left unattended for a long period with the expiration date expired, problems may occur with the status of residence.
Renewal Procedure and Required Documents
The renewal procedure for the residence card is carried out at the immigration bureau. The necessary documents include, firstly, the "Application for Renewal of Residence Card," secondly, the "Passport," thirdly, the "Residence Card," and fourthly, the "Photo," etc.
Renewal Procedure Flow
The flow of the renewal procedure includes, firstly, "Preparation of Required Documents," secondly, "Application to Immigration Bureau," and thirdly, "Receipt of New Residence Card," etc. It usually takes about 2 weeks to 1 month from application to receipt of the new residence card.
Preparation of Required Documents
The necessary documents include the application for renewal of residence card, passport, residence card, photo, and resident card, etc. It is important to prepare all documents accurately. Even if you forget the renewal procedure, you can prepare these documents and apply.
Latest Trends and Precautions for Renewal Procedures in 2025
In 2025, there are no particular changes to the renewal procedure for residence cards, but the procedure tends to be stricter. It is important not to forget the renewal procedure.
Stricter Procedures and Early Response
In 2025, the procedure tends to be stricter, and it is becoming more important not to forget the renewal procedure. It is recommended to confirm the expiration date of the residence card and carry out the renewal procedure early. Even if you forget the renewal procedure, it is important to respond promptly.
Importance of Consulting with Experts
It is recommended to receive advice from experts regarding the renewal procedure of the residence card. In particular, expert knowledge is required on how to deal with forgetting the renewal procedure. By receiving advice from experts, you can carry out the appropriate procedures and avoid problems with your status of residence.
First, a Free Visa Diagnosis (Eligible Check)
If you have forgotten to renew your residence card, we recommend that you first receive a free visa diagnosis (Eligible Check). Experts will analyze your situation in detail and tell you about appropriate countermeasures and procedures.
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