Hi everyone,
I need some advice regarding my situation with a Japanese Long-Term Resident visa (定住者). Here’s my background:
Visa History: My Long-Term Resident visa was initially granted in July 2015 when I was 15 years old, based on my father's status in Japan.
I renewed my visa every year up until 2021, and it expired in September 2022.
During this time, I lived in Japan, went to Japanese school for 1.5 years, and worked part-time to support myself, so I wasn’t financially dependent on my family.
Current Situation: I was in Australia when my visa expired in September 2022, and I did not apply for a re-entry permit.
I’m now looking for guidance on whether it’s possible for me to return to Japan and how to proceed since my visa expired while I was abroad.
Family Situation: My father is a permanent resident of Japan, and my brother is also a permanent resident. My brother has his own family and house in Japan. My father and brother are willing to act as sponsors and guarantors for my visa application,my brother can provide proof of income or housing and have a stable job and his own property.
My Question: Can I apply for a new visa after my Long-Term Resident visa expired? Is it possible for my brother (with a stable income and home ownership) to sponsor me, even if he can’t provide income proof or housing details? Would my father's involvement as a secondary sponsor help strengthen my case?
by jpnyen