Visa (Dependent without a COE)

2025/4/15

This page is for a dependent (spouse or child) of a Japanese National or a Permanent Resident who is applying for a visa without a Certificate of Eligibility (COE).

 
  • Please note that it may take a few months to issue a visa without a COE. For applications without a Certificate of Eligibility, the Embassy will NOT take any responsibility for the delay or denial of a visa.
  • Visa applications without a COE will only be accepted when an applicant has a reason that she/he cannot obtain a COE.
  • For further information about COEs, please refer to this page.
 

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR A SPOUSE OF A JAPANESE NATIONAL

  • The Embassy of Japan reserves the right to request additional documents if deemed necessary.
  • The Embassy of Japan will not make copies.
  • Please do NOT hole punch, staple, paper clip, binder clip, or otherwise attach documents to one another.
　　　　 　　　
application form Visa Application Form

Signed by the applicant (Form / Sample)

 Original
passport Valid Passport

with at least 1.5 blank pages left

 Original
Photo One 2”x 2” Photo

must be taken in front of a plain background and within the past 6 months
Use GLUE ONLY to attach the photo to the application, please do not staple or tape.

 Original
U.S. Visa if you are not a U.S. citizen U.S. Visa, if you are not a U.S. citizen.
  • F-1 visa holders must present an endorsed I-20 form
  • J-1 visa holders must present an endorsed DS-2019 form

Please note: The Embassy of Japan does NOT accept any applications from B-1 and B-2 U.S. visa holders.

 Original & 1 Copy
Proof of Residency Proof of Residency

e.g., Driver’s license card, State ID card, or Utility Bill

 Original & 1 Copy
Japanese Family Registry (Koseki Tohon) Japanese Family Registry (Koseki Tohon) certifying the fact of your marriage Original & 1 Copy
U.S. Marriage Certificate U.S. Marriage Certificate Original & 1 Copy
Guarantor letter and Proof of Residency in Japan Letter of Guarantee (Form) and Proof of Residency in Japan:

In the case that Japanese spouse is currently residing and employed in Japan:

  • A letter of guarantee from a Japanese spouse
  • Japanese spouse's Certificate of Employment and Certificate of Tax Payment
  • Japanese spouse's Jumin-hyo

In the case that Japanese spouse is currently residing in Japan but not employed:

  • A letter of guarantee from a Japanese guarantor (not your spouse) residing in Japan
  • Japanese guarantor's Certificate of Employment and Certificate of Tax Payment
  • Japanese spouse's Jumin-hyo

In the case that Japanese spouse is currently residing in the U.S.:

  • A letter of guarantee from a Japanese guarantor (not your spouse) residing in Japan
  • Japanese guarantor’s Certificate of Employment and Certificate of Tax Payment
  • Japanese guarantor's Jumin-hyo
 Original if spouse is in the U.S.
1 Copy if spouse is in Japan.


 

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR A CHILD OF A JAPANESE NATIONAL

  • The Embassy of Japan reserves the right to request additional documents if deemed necessary.
  • The Embassy of Japan will not make copies.
  • Please do NOT hole punch, staple, paper clip, binder clip, or otherwise attach documents to one another.
　　 　　　
application form Visa Application Form

Signed by the applicant (Form / Sample)

 Original
passport Valid Passport

with at least 1.5 blank pages left

 Original
Photo One 2”x 2” Photo

must be taken in front of a plain background and within the past 6 months
Use GLUE ONLY to attach the photo to the application, please do not staple or tape.

 Original
U.S. Visa if you are not a U.S. citizen U.S. Visa, if you are not a U.S. citizen.
  • F-1 visa holders must present an endorsed I-20 form
  • J-1 visa holders must present an endorsed DS-2019 form

Please note: The Embassy of Japan does NOT accept any applications from B-1 and B-2 U.S. visa holders.

 Original & 1 Copy
Proof of Residency Proof of Residency

e.g., Driver’s license card, State ID card, or Utility Bill

 Original & 1 Copy
Parent's Japanese Family Registry (Koseki Tohon) Parent's Japanese Family Registry (Koseki Tohon) certifying the fact of your parent-child relationship with a Japanese national Original & 1 Copy
Applicant’s Birth Certificate Applicant’s Birth Certificate Original & 1 Copy
Parents’ Marriage Certificate Parents’ Marriage Certificate Original & 1 Copy
Documents certifying applicant or parent’s finance Documents certifying the applicant's or parent’s finances:
  • Certificate of Employment
  • Certificate of Tax Payment
 Original & 1 Copy
Parent’s Jumin-hyo Parent’s Jumin-hyo Original


 

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR A SPOUSE OF A PERMANENT RESIDENT

  • The Embassy of Japan reserves the right to request additional documents if deemed necessary.
  • The Embassy of Japan will not make copies.
  • Please do NOT hole punch, staple, paper clip, binder clip, or otherwise attach documents to one another.

If the applicant is a child of a permanent resident without a certificate of eligibility, additional documents may be required based on the specifics of the case. Please contact us at (202) 238-6800 to make an inquiry.

　　　　
application form Visa Application Form

Signed by the applicant (Form / Sample)

 Original
passport Valid Passport

with at least 1.5 blank pages left

 Original
Photo One 2”x 2” Photo

must be taken in front of a plain background and within the past 6 months
Use GLUE ONLY to attach the photo to the application, please do not staple or tape.

 Original
U.S. Visa if you are not a U.S. citizen U.S. Visa, if you are not a U.S. citizen.
  • F-1 visa holders must present an endorsed I-20 form
  • J-1 visa holders must present an endorsed DS-2019 form

Please note: The Embassy of Japan does NOT accept any applications from B-1 and B-2 U.S. visa holders.

 Original & 1 Copy
Proof of Residency Proof of Residency

e.g., Driver’s license card, State ID card, or Utility Bill

 Original & 1 Copy
Spouse’s Family Registry or Marriage Certificate Spouse’s Family Registry or Marriage Certificate certifying the fact of your marriage Original & 1 Copy
Applicant’s Marriage Certificate Applicant’s Marriage Certificate

*If the applicant’s nationality is different from the sponsor’s nationality, please submit both the applicant and sponsor’s birth certificates.

 Original & 1 Copy
Documents certifying applicant/sponsor’s finance Documents certifying applicant/sponsor’s finances:
  • If the sponsor is/will be employed in Japan, then an employment verification letter, Certificate of Tax Payment and/or a copy of a contract.
  • If the sponsor is not employed, then applicant/sponsor's bank statement and/or documents certifying the amount of grants/scholarships/stipends.
 Original & 1 Copy
Letter of Guarantee and Proof of Residency in Japan Letter of Guarantee (Form) and Proof of Residency in Japan:
  • Copy of all pages of spouse’s passport and spouse’s Jumin-hyo.
 1 Copy

PROCEDURE INFORMATION

Please see our visa main page.

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Recommended Information

Visa Main Page
Frequently Asked Questions about Visa
  • Consular Section: Embassy of Japan, 2520 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20008
  • Office Hours:Application Drop-off/ M-F 9:15am-12:00pm Visa Pick-up/ M-F 1:30pm-4:00pm

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