Family/Dependent Eligibility Checker
Check if your spouse, child, or parent can join you in Japan under your visa pathway.
NCL dependent-visa rules - updated
This is general guidance based on common policy patterns, not a determination. Actual dependent-visa approval also depends on demonstrating sufficient income and support, which this tool does not check - confirm with an immigration specialist or the embassy.
Your visa / pathway type
Family member's relationship to you
Likely eligible
- Student Visa (Language School) permits dependents, and 0 year(s) of residence meets the typical 0-year tenure expected before a dependent application.
- Bringing a dependent generally requires demonstrating sufficient income to support them -- this checker does not verify income, so confirm the actual requirement with an immigration specialist.
What would it cost to bring them?
Family-adjusted living and upfront costs aren't calculated here - use these tools with your family member's numbers added in: