Mobile Phone Contract Screening for Foreigners: The Complete Guide 2025

For foreigners living in Japan, signing up for a mobile phone is an important procedure. In 2025, we will explain in detail the screening process for foreigners signing up for mobile phones, based on the latest information. We recommend grasping accurate information and utilizing Check Visa Eligibility to simultaneously confirm the possibility of obtaining a visa.

Screening Requirements for Mobile Phone Contracts for Foreigners

Screening requirements for foreigners signing up for mobile phones include, first, "Presentation of Residence Card," second, "Presentation of Identification," third, "Presentation of Proof of Income," and fourth, "Presence or Absence of a Guarantor." By meeting these requirements, you can sign up for a mobile phone.

Presentation of Residence Card and Identification

When signing up for a mobile phone, it is necessary to present a residence card and identification (such as a passport). The residence card is an identification document for foreigners residing in Japan and is an important document for mobile phone contracts. If you do not have a residence card, it may be difficult to sign up.

Income Proof and Guarantor Requirements

Presentation of proof of income may be required. It is recommended to prepare proof of income such as salary statements or tax certificates. Also, a guarantor may be required. If you do not have a guarantor, you can use a guarantor agency service.

Practical Methods to Succeed in Mobile Phone Contracts

To successfully sign up for a mobile phone, first, "Selection of an Appropriate Carrier," second, "Preparation of Necessary Documents," third, "Use of a Guarantor Agency Service," and fourth, "Selection of a Store Understanding of Foreigners" are important.

Selection of an Appropriate Carrier and Preparation of Necessary Documents

Choosing an appropriate carrier makes it easier to pass the screening. In particular, it is recommended to choose a carrier that understands foreigners or a carrier with lenient screening. Also, preparing all the necessary documents makes it easier to pass the screening.

Guarantor Agency Service and Stores Understanding of Foreigners

By using a guarantor agency service, you can sign up for a mobile phone even without a guarantor. Also, choosing a store that understands foreigners makes it easier to pass the screening. In particular, it is recommended to choose a store that offers multilingual support.

Latest Trends and Precautions for Mobile Phone Contract Screening in 2025

In 2025, there will be basically no changes in mobile phone contract screening, but there is a tendency for the screening to become stricter. In particular, the screening for foreigners tends to become stricter.

Importance of Strict Screening and Countermeasures

In 2025, the screening tends to become stricter, and the screening for foreigners will be even stricter. In order to pass the screening, it is important to prepare all the necessary documents perfectly and prepare proof of income. It is also important to use a guarantor agency service.

Importance of Consulting with Experts

If you have trouble with the mobile phone contract screening, it is recommended to seek advice from experts. In particular, expert knowledge is required for the preparation of necessary documents and the selection of an appropriate carrier. By receiving advice from experts, you can increase the possibility of passing the screening.

Start with a Free Visa Eligibility Check

If you are considering signing up for a mobile phone in Japan, we recommend that you first receive a free visa eligibility check. Experts will analyze your situation in detail and tell you the appropriate contract method and how to pass the screening.

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