I've been in Japan for almost 5 years and haven't been able to return to the US during that time due to financial reasons. This morning I was informed that a close family member will be passing away within the next few days. I'd very much like to see them and attend the funeral, but right now I'm struggling to find out information about all of the legal procedures and I want to make sure everything is OK so I can travel in and out quickly and without trouble. For context, I'm a US Citizen, Japanese Resident (Work Visa/Not Permanent), and neither my passport nor visa are close to expiring. I plan to return before the month's end. I'd like to leave for the US as soon as possible.
Is there any special legal forms for immigration or such that I should fill out beforehand, and any paperwork that might delay my trip? I'm reading about Re-Entry Permission and I'm not sure if that's intended for people leaving Japan for substantial periods of time or for any period of time.
I also want to confirm that this won't hamper my 10 year wait for my PR. I'm almost certain it doesn't but I'd feel more comfortable with a second opinion.
I'm sorry if this post is messy, it's difficult for me to be focused right now and I don't want to make any mistakes, and I haven't really done much travel aside from going to Japan in the first place.
by RedditIsObnoxious