Understanding Your Residence Card in Japan

### Issuance of Residence Card When you arrive in Japan, you will be issued a Residence Card at major airports. It serves as proof of your legal status in Japan. ### Moving in Notification Once you secure housing, notify the local municipal office about your move within 14 days. ### Loss of Residence Card If your card is lost, report it to the police and apply for reissuance at the Regional Immigration Services Office. ### Return of Residence Card When leaving Japan permanently, return your Residence Card at the airport or port on departure. --- Source: Immigration Services Agency of Japan "Life and Work Guidebook" 第7版 https://www.moj.go.jp/isa/support/portal/guidebook_all.html This article was reorganized by ＳＩＡデジタルテクノロジー株式会社 based on the above source.