Overstay Special Permission to Stay Possibility: Complete Guide 2025
Foreign nationals who are in a state of overstay may be able to legally reside in Japan by obtaining special permission to stay. In 2025, we will explain the examination criteria and application procedures for special permission to stay in detail based on the latest information. We recommend that you grasp accurate information and use Check Visa Eligibility to confirm the possibility of special permission to stay.
Basic Requirements and Examination Criteria for Special Permission to Stay
Special permission to stay is a system in which a foreign national in a state of overstay is permitted to stay at the discretion of the Minister of Justice if there are special circumstances. The examination criteria for special permission to stay include, firstly, "family relationship," secondly, "length of stay," thirdly, "conduct," fourthly, "living base," and fifthly, "difficulty in returning to one's home country."
Details of Examination Criteria for Special Permission to Stay
Regarding the details of the examination criteria for special permission to stay, the possibility of being granted special permission to stay increases if there is a Japanese spouse, a spouse of a permanent resident, or a child who is a Japanese national. Regarding the length of stay, the possibility of being granted special permission to stay increases if the person has been staying in Japan for a long period of time.
Importance of Conduct and Living Base
Regarding conduct, it is important to have no criminal record, fulfill tax obligations, and be enrolled in social insurance. Regarding the living base, it is important to have a stable income and appropriate housing. Fulfilling these conditions increases the possibility of being granted special permission to stay.
Application Procedures and Required Documents for Special Permission to Stay
The application procedure for special permission to stay differs from the usual application for a status of residence, and may be carried out during deportation procedures. Various documents are required for the application procedure, and the completeness of the application documents greatly affects the examination results.
Flow of Application Procedures
The flow of the application procedure is as follows: firstly, "start of deportation procedures," secondly, "application for special permission to stay," thirdly, "examination," and fourthly, "decision." The application procedure is complex and requires specialized knowledge. In particular, appropriate action is required when the procedure is carried out during deportation procedures.
Preparation of Required Documents
Required documents include an application for special permission to stay, passport, residence card, documents proving family relationships, documents proving the length of stay, tax certificates, social insurance enrollment certificates, and documents proving the living base. It is important to prepare these documents perfectly and confirm that there are no deficiencies.
Latest Trends and Points to Note for Special Permission to Stay in 2025
In 2025, the examination criteria for special permission to stay will basically remain unchanged, but the examination tends to be stricter. In particular, family relationships, length of stay, conduct, and living base tend to be examined more strictly.
Strict Examination and Importance of Application Preparation
In 2025, the examination tends to be stricter, and the completeness of application documents is becoming more important. In particular, family relationships, length of stay, conduct, and living base are examined more strictly. In order to succeed in the application, it is recommended to prepare the application documents perfectly and receive advice from experts.
Importance of Consulting with Experts
The application for special permission to stay is a complex procedure and requires specialized knowledge. In particular, appropriate action is required when the procedure is carried out during deportation procedures. Consulting with experts can increase the success rate of the application.
Start with a Free Visa Assessment (Eligibility Check)
If you are considering applying for special permission to stay, we recommend that you first receive a free visa assessment (Eligibility Check). Our experts will analyze your situation in detail and provide you with accurate application procedures and the possibility of obtaining permission.
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