Long-Term Resident Visa Approval Cases & Reviews

About This List of Long-Term Resident Visa Cases

The Long-Term Resident Visa is a status of residence granted based on family relationships, actual living conditions in Japan, dependency relationships, and the necessity of continued residence, with careful consideration of each applicant’s individual circumstances.

Many cases—such as continued residence after divorce or the death of a Japanese spouse, caring for and supporting a Japanese child, or having a long history of residence in Japan— are not assessed using uniform or mechanical criteria.

On this page, we introduce real approval cases (client testimonials), including continued residence after divorce, cases involving the support of Japanese children, changes from a spouse visa, and reapplications after denial. Please review cases similar to your own situation.

1. Cases of Obtaining a Long-Term Resident Visa After Divorce from a Japanese National

These are approval cases for individuals who, despite divorce, have established a stable life in Japan and wish to continue residing here.
We introduce cases where factors such as the length of marriage, actual living conditions, and financial stability were carefully organized and presented to Immigration in a clear and persuasive manner.

	Client (from Google Reviews)
	[Approved Case] Long-Term Resident Visa Granted After Divorce from a Japanese National

	VOL.69 Ms. L (China)
	[Approved Case] Long-Term Resident Visa Granted After Divorce from a Japanese National

	VOL.52 Mr. S. Sullivan (USA)
	[Approved Case] Long-Term Resident Visa Granted After Divorce from a Japanese National

	VOL.34 Mr. K (China)
	[Approved Case] Long-Term Resident Visa Granted After Divorce from a Japanese National

2. Cases of Obtaining a Long-Term Resident Visa to Support a Japanese Child

These are approval cases where applicants obtained a Long-Term Resident Visa in order to raise and financially support their Japanese-national children.
Each case demonstrates how parent-child relationships, custody arrangements, and financial support were carefully substantiated, leading to smooth approval.

	VOL.127 Ms. C (China)
	[Approved Case] Long-Term Resident Visa for Supporting a Japanese Child

3. Cases of Inviting a Minor Child Living Overseas with a Long-Term Resident Visa

These cases involve obtaining a Long-Term Resident Visa to bring a minor child living overseas to Japan.
We summarize the process of preparing documentation covering family relationships, custody arrangements, and post-arrival life planning, leading to approval.

	Client (from Google Reviews)
	[Approved Case] Inviting a Minor Child with a Long-Term Resident Visa

	VOL.71 Mr. K (China)
	[Approved Case] Simultaneous Approval of Spouse Visa and Child’s Long-Term Resident Visa

	VOL.148 Mr. R (Bangladesh)
	[Approved Case] Inviting a Minor Child with a Long-Term Resident Visa

	VOL.58 Mr. G (China)
	[Approved Case] Inviting a Minor Child with a Long-Term Resident Visa After Initial Denial

4. Cases of Nikkei (Japanese Descendants) Obtaining a Long-Term Resident Visa

These are approval cases for individuals of Japanese descent obtaining a Long-Term Resident Visa.
We introduce cases where family lineage documentation, background history, and explanations of life stability were carefully organized to avoid misunderstandings during immigration review.

	VOL.98 Mr. M (Lithuania / Brazil)
	[Approved Case] Long-Term Resident Visa for a Person of Japanese Descent

5. Special or Exceptional Long-Term Resident Visa Cases

These are difficult cases that do not fit standard patterns and require careful individual judgment.
We present cases where approval was obtained through well-structured explanations and persuasive supporting documentation tailored to each unique situation.

	VOL.159 Mr. S (China)
	[Approved Case] Change from Spouse Visa to Long-Term Resident Visa

Did You Find a Long-Term Resident Visa Case Similar to Yours?

In the examination of a Long-Term Resident Visa application, stability of residence and actual living conditions, as well as the necessity of continuing to live in Japan, are critically important.
Even with the same length of residence or family structure, the outcome may differ depending on how circumstances are explained and substantiated.

If you are considering a new application, change of status, or renewal of a Long-Term Resident Visa, please feel free to contact us.