[Approved Naturalization Case] Former Japanese National (U.S. Citizen)｜Reacquired Japanese Nationality Through Naturalization After Obtaining a Spouse Visa
A Case Where a Former Japanese National Reacquired Japanese Nationality Through Naturalization
Case Overview｜Reacquiring Japanese Nationality With a Plan From Spouse Visa to Naturalization
In this case, the client acquired U.S. citizenship at a young age and then lived overseas for many years. Due to family circumstances, the client decided to return to Japan and proceeded with the process while looking ahead from obtaining a Spouse of a Japanese National visa to applying for naturalization (reacquiring Japanese nationality). We carefully organized the client’s nationality background as a former Japanese national and their overseas history, then considered a realistic timing aligned with their future life plan so the client could proceed with confidence.
- Background: Acquired U.S. citizenship at a young age / Lived abroad for many years → Returned to Japan due to family circumstances
- Consultation Topic: How to proceed while planning from obtaining a spouse visa to a future naturalization application
- Key Points: Organizing nationality history and overseas background / Clarifying the post–spouse visa pathway / Designing the timing for naturalization
- Result: Proceeded without anxiety and successfully reacquired Japanese nationality
Client Experience｜Even With a Complex Background, I Could Proceed With Confidence Because Everything Was Organized for Me
When there is a nationality history and years of overseas residence, the points that must be confirmed and the way supporting documents should be handled can vary by case. In practice, it is common to feel anxious about “where to start organizing everything.” At ACROSEED Immigration Lawyer's Office, we conduct careful interviews, clarify the overall roadmap and priorities, and then proceed—so clients can take action with a clear outlook.
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Mr./Ms. M (U.S. citizen / former Japanese national) |
| Request: Support for obtaining a Spouse of a Japanese National visa and for the naturalization application (reacquiring Japanese nationality) |
I acquired U.S. citizenship when I was young and then lived abroad for many years, but due to family circumstances I decided to return to Japan.
I was looking for an office where I could consult about the process with a plan from obtaining a Spouse of a Japanese National visa through to a future naturalization application, and that’s when I found ACROSEED Immigration Lawyer's Office.
Although my naturalization involved my somewhat special status as a former Japanese national, they carefully organized my past nationality history and overseas background, and supported me in a very clear and easy-to-understand way from start to finish.
They also gave me realistic advice about the steps after obtaining the spouse visa and about the timing of the naturalization application, which enabled me to proceed without anxiety.
I was able to safely reacquire Japanese nationality, and now I can live in Japan with peace of mind. I believe this is an office you can trust even if you have a complex background.
Who This Case Is Helpful For
In naturalization applications, in addition to collecting and preparing required documents, your nationality history and overseas residence/employment history may increase the issues that should be organized in advance. The more you feel that “my case may not fit general explanations,” the more effective it is to start by organizing the overall picture and designing a realistic timeline.
- Former Japanese nationals or those with a complex nationality history considering naturalization (reacquiring Japanese nationality)
- Those with long-term overseas residence history who feel anxious about organizing required documents and explanations
- Those who want to proceed in a planned manner, looking ahead from obtaining a spouse visa to a naturalization application
- Those who want advice on a “realistic timing” aligned with their own life plan
Related Services
At ACROSEED Immigration Lawyer's Office, we receive many consultations from former Japanese nationals who have lived overseas for a long period and wish to return to Japan to live with their families. Based on your current situation and your family’s life plan, we also introduce related services so you can proceed with the next options smoothly and realistically.
Naturalization Application Through a Japanese (Permanent Resident) Spouse
From organizing required documents to liaising with the Legal Affairs Bureau and preparing additional materials. We design a schedule suited to your situation so you can proceed without getting lost.
Permanent Residency Application After a Spouse of a Japanese National Visa
We explain requirements, necessary documents, and common refusal cases for those aiming for permanent residency after a spouse visa.
Obtaining a Spouse of a Japanese National Visa for Former Japanese Nationals (Those Who Renounced Japanese Nationality)
We also have extensive experience assisting former Japanese nationals who lived abroad for a long time and wish to return to Japan to live with their families.
Since opening our practice in 1986, we have been involved in consulting on visa applications for foreigners for nearly 40 years as an immigration lawyer.
Telephone consultation, email consultation, online consultation, and consultation at our office are available.
