Comprehensive Support for Obtaining Japanese Official Documents and Apostille Certification
At Trust Administrative Scrivener Office, we offer dedicated support for foreigners who need to obtain official Japanese documents—such as Certificate of Acceptance of Marriage Registration, Family Registry (Koseki Tohon), Certificate of Residence, and more—along with apostille certification for use abroad. Whether you’re applying for marriage registration, citizenship, or other legal procedures in your home country, we will help you navigate the complex process smoothly and efficiently.
Fees
Japanese Document Retrieval & Apostille Support – Starting from USD $200
(Additional documents and international postage may incur extra charges.)
About fees
- The fees listed are for reference only. Actual fees may vary depending on the content and number of documents required.
- Prices may vary based on international shipping costs and currency exchange rates.
Support Details
- Consultation: We will first discuss your needs and identify the specific documents required for your situation.
- Document Retrieval: We will obtain the necessary official documents from local government offices on your behalf, such as:
・Certificate of Acceptance of Marriage Registration・Family Register (Koseki Tohon)・Certificate of Residence (Juminhyo)
・Other public certificates
- Apostille Certification: If apostille certification is required, we will apply for and obtain the apostille from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan.
- International Shipping: Once the documents and apostille are ready, we will ship them to your address overseas via EMS or other reliable carriers.
Estimated Timeline
4 to 8 weeks
(The overall timeline depends on the number and type of documents requested, and may also be affected by public holidays in Japan. Retrieving documents from local governments usually takes 1 to 2 weeks. Once the documents are ready, we will submit them to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for apostille certification.
The processing time for the apostille can vary: it usually takes around 1 month, but in some cases, it may be completed in as little as one week, depending on the Ministry’s workload and other factors.)
Why Use Our Service?
- Reliable Support from a Licensed Professional:
As an officially licensed Administrative Scrivener, we can help you avoid common mistakes and delays when dealing with Japanese bureaucracy. - Time-Saving and Stress-Free:
Obtaining documents from Japan while overseas can be difficult. We handle everything for you—from communication with city halls to apostille processing and shipping. - Multilingual Communication:
We offer support in English, Japanese, and Chinese, so you can feel confident throughout the process.
Contact
Our office offers online consultations and on-site visits. We also strive to respond to emails and LINE messages as much as possible, even on non-business days. Please feel free to contact us using your preferred method. You can send us a message directly using the buttons below.
Trust Administrative Scrivener Office
- Location: 1-1-1 Kaji-machi, Kokura Kita Ward, Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka, 3rd Floor
- Access: 3-minute walk from JR Kokura Station / 30-second walk from Heiwadori Monorail Station
- By Car: If coming by car, please use nearby coin-operated parking.
- Website: https://www.trust-gyosei.com