Japan plans to sharply raise fees for residence permits from October 19.7%
The Japan Times - By Jessica Speed - 7/3/2026, 6:24 AM
Framing Effect 38.4% - Appeal to Authority 33% - Unattributed Quote 33%
The government has unveiled its draft guidelines for fee hikes for foreign nationals applying to change or renew their status of residence, as well as for those seeking permanent residency, from Oct. 1. In a news briefing Thursday, Immigration Service Agency (ISA) officials outlined to reporters the new fee structure, which follows the... more