Moving Registration & Juminhyo: What to Do After Moving in Japan
- After moving, you are required to submit a moving-in notification at your new city/ward office within 14 days.
- Failing to submit it may result in a fine.
- This guide explains how to get a Juminhyo (Residence Certificate) and the main situations where it is needed.
After moving in Japan, you must submit a moving-in notification (tenyuu-todoke) within 14 days at your new city/ward office.
① Documents Needed
- Moving-out certificate or Residence Card
- My Number Card or notice
- Personal seal
- ID (Residence Card, Passport)
② Getting a Juminhyo (Residence Certificate)
- City office: Weekdays 9am-5pm, ~¥300
- Convenience store: Requires My Number Card, 24hrs, ~¥200
③ When You Need a Juminhyo
- Opening a bank account
- Driver's license application / conversion
- Mobile phone contract
- Rental contract
After moving in, remember to set up your electricity, gas and water as early as possible. Also use the post office mail forwarding service for your old address.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if I don't submit a moving-in notification (tennyu-todoke)?Since foreign residents are also required to report their address, you could be fined up to 50,000 yen, and it may also affect the renewal of your period of stay.
What do I need to get a certificate of residence (juminhyo)?You can go to the municipal office counter with identification (about 300 yen), or use your My Number card to get it at a convenience store (about 200 yen).
What should I do if I move within the same city?Submit a 'moving notification' (tenkyo-todoke) within 14 days at the same municipal office. A certificate of moving out is not required.
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