Hello. I'm Nakajima, in charge of Applying for Relationship-based VISA.
Naturalization and Permanent Residence looks similar, but they actually are completely different.
Today, I will explain the difference between “Naturalization,” which grants the right that all Japanese people commonly enjoy and “Permanent Residence,” where you can live a stable life without changing your nationality in the table.
You can live a stable life in Japan without worrying about the deadline.
A foreigner acquires Japanese nationality, that is, becomes a Japanese.
Place of application
Permanent Residence Immigration Bureau Naturalization Legal Affairs Bureau
Fee
Permanent Residence 8,000 yen Naturalization 0 yen
How to inspect
Permanent Residence Documentation Naturalization Documentation and Interview
Residence requirements
Permanent Residence More than 10 yearsNaturalization More than 5 years
Nationality
Permanent Residence Current nationality Naturalization Japanese Nationality
Residency management system
Permanent Residence Applied Naturalization Not applied
Re-entry permission
Permanent Residence Applied Naturalization Not applied
Activity restriction
Permanent Residence No restriction Naturalization No restriction
Deportation
Permanent Residence Applied Naturalization Not applied
Advantages
Permanent Residence Unlimited period of stay Easier to get a Housing Loan
Divorce or unemployment does not affect
Increase the possibility of special residence permission
Naturalization Eligible to be a civil servant Unlimited period of stay
Japanese passport is issued
Right to vote and be voted is Granted
Disadvantages
Permanent Residence Nothing special Naturalization Lose your nationality
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