Relocation planner
Your personal timeline
A living checklist tuned to your arrival date. Tick things off as you go.
Progress
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90 days before arrival
1 / 2 done- Confirm visa statusDue T-90high
Confirm your Certificate of Eligibility with your sponsor.
- Arrange temporary accommodationDue T-90high
Book a serviced apartment for the first 2–4 weeks.
30 days before arrival
0 / 1 done- Prepare passport copiesDue T-30medium
Make 5 colour copies. Keep one at home.
Passport
Arrival day
0 / 1 done- Receive residence cardDue Day 0high
Issued at major international airports.
First 14 days
0 / 2 done- Register address within 14 daysDue Day 14high
Visit your local ward or city office.
- Join National Health InsuranceDue Day 14high
Done at City Hall in the same visit if possible.
Residence card Related lesson
First month
0 / 2 done- Apply for My NumberDue Day 30medium
Card arrives by mail 2–4 weeks later.
Residence card Related lesson - Open a bank accountDue Day 30medium
Some banks require 6 months residence — try Japan Post first.
First three months
0 / 1 done- Set up mobile serviceDue Day 60low
Cheaper carriers (ahamo, povo, LINEMO) skip the shop visit.