Dependent Visa Japan: Bringing Your Family to Japan (2025)
If you’re living in Japan on a work or study visa, you may be able to bring your family. The Dependent (家族滞在) visa covers spouses and children of foreign residents. Who Qualifies? The Dependent visa is for: Spouses of foreign residents in Japan Unmarried children (under 18 typically, but adults in full-time education may qualify) The main visa holder (sponsor) must have: A valid, non-short-term visa (work, student, or specialist visa) Sufficient income to support dependents Good immigration history Note: If you’re married to a Japanese national, your spouse gets a Spouse of Japanese National visa — a different, stronger category. ...