Japan raises residency fees for migrants by 3000%

MediumEventTokyo, Japan
Satellite map of Tokyo, Japan

Japan announced a 3000 % increase in fees for permanent residency applications, raising the cost to ¥200,000 in an effort to curb immigration.

Published
1 Oct 2026 · 20:30 UTC
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Source: nzherald.co.nz

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