What do Vietnamese people need to prepare and pay attention to when registering for marriage in Japan?

How to Vietnamese people register marriage in Japann? For Vietnamese people living in Japan, marriage registration is an important procedure to legalize their relationship. However, not everyone clearly understands the regulations and procedures required when registering for marriage in a new country. So how is the marriage registration procedure in Vietnam different from that in Japan? Let's find out with T-Connect the necessary information about the conditions, documents and procedures for Vietnamese people to register for marriage in Japan.

Conditions for Vietnamese people to register marriage in Japan

Before proceeding with marriage registration, there are some basic conditions for Vietnamese people to register their marriage in Japan. Specifically:

• Of marriageable age: The minimum age for marriage in Japan is 18 for men and 16 for women. However, in the case of a foreigner, it is necessary to ensure that the marriage does not violate Japanese marriage laws.
• Marital status: Both parties must not be married. If previously married, proof of divorce or death certificate of deceased spouse is required.
• No violation of law: Vietnamese people registering for marriage in Japan must ensure that they do not have any criminal record related to marriage or any violations of laws related to marriage in Japan.
• Ensure mental and physical health: Marriage registration must ensure that both parties are capable of perceiving and clearly understand the obligations in marriage.
• Legal residence status in Japan: One or both parties must have legal residency status in Japan. This may include a work visa, student visa, visitor visa, or other valid visa.

Documents and procedures for marriage registration between Vietnamese and Vietnamese in Japan

Marriage registration between two Vietnamese citizens in Japan will require a complete set of documents and follow a detailed process below:

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In case a Vietnamese person marries a Vietnamese person in Japan, the following documents are required:

• Certificate of marital status (Certificate of single status): This is an important document proving that both parties are not married or divorced. This document needs to be issued by a competent authority in Vietnam, then consularized at the Vietnamese Embassy in Japan.
• Passport or residence card of both parties
• Certificate of eligibility to marry
• Certificate of residential address in Japan
• Identity documents (ID card/CCCD of both parties): Proof of identity of both parties to the marriage. These documents need to be translated into Japanese and notarized.
• Marriage registration form (according to form)
• Birth certificate + translation of both husband and wife
• Health certificate (if required)

Registration Process get married

Below are the steps to take to register a marriage in Japan between two Vietnamese citizens:

Step 1: Apply for a certificate of celibacy in Vietnam

Before registering for marriage in Japan, both parties need to apply for a Certificate of celibacy at the competent authority in Vietnam (Usually the People's Committee of the commune/ward where you registered your household). You can ask your family in Vietnam to apply and send it to Japan by post.

After having the certificate, you need to have it consularized at the Vietnamese Embassy in Japan for this document to have legal value.

Step 2: Prepare complete documents

Prepare and check the above documents carefully. Note that you can apply for documents such as address certificate, single status certificate in Japan, and marriage certificate at the ward office in Japan.

Step 3: Submit marriage registration documents to the Vietnamese Embassy in Japan

When you arrive at the Embassy, ​​you will submit the following documents:

• Certificate of single status in Vietnam.
• Certificate of single status in Japan.
• Certificate of residential address in Japan.
• Passports and residence cards of both parties

The embassy will issue a marriage eligibility certificate in Japanese for the couple to register their marriage at the ward office in Japan. The embassy will require additional translations, so the couple will have to request 2 copies, costing 2 yen/copy.

Step 4: Complete the marriage registration procedure at the competent authority of Japan

After receiving the documents from the Embassy, ​​you will complete the marriage registration procedure at the competent authority in Japan, usually the Marriage Registration Office or the local Court in your place of residence. The procedure usually takes about 2-3 hours to complete.

Step 5: Confirmation of documents and appraisal

After the application is submitted, the Japanese authorities will review and confirm the validity of the documents. This process can take from a few days to a few weeks depending on the complexity of the application.

Step 6: Receive marriage certificate

Once your application is reviewed and approved, you will receive a Marriage Certificate.

Step 7: Legalize documents at the Vietnamese Embassy

After receiving your marriage certificate in Japan, you need to legalize this certificate at the Vietnamese Embassy in Japan. The legalization procedure helps to recognize and record your marital status in Vietnam, ensuring that the document is legally valid in Vietnam.

Step 8: Update information in Vietnam

After completing the procedures in Japan, you should notify the authorities in Vietnam of your marital status. This will help update your personal information in Vietnam and facilitate future administrative procedures.

Documents and procedures for marriage registration between Vietnamese and Japanese in Japan

The documents and procedures for marriage registration between a Vietnamese citizen and a Japanese citizen in Japan will be different from the procedures for marriage registration between a Vietnamese and a Vietnamese in Japan, and must comply with the legal regulations of both countries. Below are detailed instructions:

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The required documents for marriage registration procedures between Vietnamese and Japanese in Japan include:

*Profile for Vietnamese:

• Certificate of marital status (Certificate of single status): Issued by the People's Committee of the commune/ward where the household registration is registered in Vietnam. Must be consularized at the Vietnamese Embassy in Japan.
• ID photo 4.5cm x 3.5cm.
• Copy of birth certificate, translated into Japanese and notarized.
• Passport: original and copy.
• Residence card in Japan: original and copy.
• Judicial Records: Issued by the Vietnamese Department of Justice, confirming that you have no criminal record.
• Health certificate.

*Profile for Japanese:

• Certificate of single status in Japan (you can download the form at here)
• Passport or My Number Card
• Registration book

*General profile:

• Marriage registration form: According to the form of Japanese administrative agency, signed by both parties.
• Certificate of eligibility to marry: You can ask for the form at the Embassy or download the form click here.

Registration Process

To legally marry in Japan between a Vietnamese citizen and a Japanese citizen, you need to follow the steps in the following procedure:

Step 1: Apply for a certificate of celibacy in Vietnam

Before registering for marriage in Japan, Vietnamese citizens need to have Certificate of celibacy at the competent authority in Vietnam (Usually the People's Committee of the commune/ward where you registered your household). You can ask your family in Vietnam to apply and send it to Japan by post.

After having the certificate, it is necessary to have it consularized at the Vietnamese Embassy in Japan so that this document has legal value.

Step 2: Submit marriage registration documents to the Vietnamese Embassy in Japan

When coming to the Embassy, ​​you need to prepare the following documents:

• Certificate of celibacy in Vietnam.
• Certificate of celibacy in Japan.
• Certificate of eligibility for marriage.

The embassy will issue a certificate of eligibility for marriage in Japanese for the couple to register their marriage at the ward office in Japan.

Step 3: Complete the marriage registration procedure at the competent authority of Japan

After receiving the documents back from the Embassy, ​​you will complete the marriage registration procedure at the competent authority in Japan, usually the local administrative office (Shiyakusho or Kuyakusho) where the Japanese person resides to submit the application.

Step 4: Document assessment

After receiving the application, the Japanese administrative agency will verify:

• Check if documents from Vietnam have been consularized or not.
• Make sure both parties are legally qualified to marry

Processing time usually takes 1 to 2 weeks, depending on complexity.

Step 5: Receive marriage certificate

Once your application is approved, you will receive Certificate of marriage (Kon-in Todoke Juri Shomeisho).

Step 6: Legalize documents at the Vietnamese Embassy

After receiving your marriage certificate in Japan, you need to legalize this certificate at the Vietnamese Embassy in Japan. The legalization procedure helps to recognize and record your marital status in Vietnam, ensuring that the document is legally valid in Vietnam.

Step 7: Update information in Vietnam

After completing the procedures in Japan, you should notify the authorities in Vietnam of your marital status. This will help update your personal information in Vietnam and facilitate future administrative procedures.

Important notes when Vietnamese people register for marriage in Japan

Getting married in Japan requires careful preparation and compliance with the legal regulations of both countries. Here are some important things to know to ensure the process goes smoothly:

• Legal documents: All documents must be consularized before use in Japan, this helps ensure the legality of the document.
• Prepare mentally and financially: The process of registering a marriage in Japan can be costly, including translation, notarization, and consular legalization fees. So make sure you and your partner are prepared to handle any issues that may arise during this process.
• Contact the Embassy for assistance.: The Vietnamese Embassy in Japan is a place to support in case you need to confirm documents or handle related legal issues.
• After completing the marriage registration procedure, if the Vietnamese person wants to stay in Japan, they must bring the marriage certificate to the Immigration Department to be guided on the new registration procedure or visa conversion (spouse visa of Japanese citizen).

Registering marriage in Japan is a process that requires a lot of preparation, but with careful understanding and preparation, you will complete the procedure easily and legally. Hopefully, with the detailed information in the article, you have a clear view of the conditions, documents and procedures for registering marriage in Japan. Prepare carefully so that this process goes smoothly and conveniently!

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