Japanese Residence Card (在留カード) — Complete Guide for Foreigners
The Residence Card (在留カード, Zairyu Card) is the most important document you’ll carry as a foreign resident in Japan. Without it, you can’t open a bank account, sign a lease, or get a SIM card. What Is the Residence Card? The Residence Card is a credit-card-sized ID issued by the Japanese government to all mid-to-long-term foreign residents. It proves your legal right to live in Japan and contains: Your photo Name, date of birth, nationality Address Visa status (在留資格) and period of stay Residence card number Work permission (if applicable) Who Gets One? You receive a Residence Card if you are: ...