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Prepare documents in Japan
Town hall in Japan
Last verified 1 Nov 2026
Draft: based on one couple's experience and still being checked. Always confirm with the office.
- Check that the foreign spouse’s passport is valid for more than 1 year. Less than that is risky.
- Send a request to the local town hall in Japan for the marital status document and the birth certificate.
Documents to bring
| Document | Who | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Passport | Who: Foreign spouse | More than 1 year validity. Less than that is risky. |
| Marital status document | Who: Foreign spouse | From the local town hall in Japan |
| Birth certificate | Who: Foreign spouse | From the local town hall in Japan |