Visa (Dependent without COE)

2023/3/17

This page is for a dependent (spouse or child) of a Japanese National who is applying for a visa without Certificate of Eligibility (COE).
If you are a dependent (spouse or child) of a Permanent Resident, in principle you need a COE to apply for your visa at the Consulate General of Japan in Atlanta.

  • If you do not have and cannot obtain a COE, please contact the Consular Section.

Please Note:

  • It may take a few months to issue a visa without a COE. For application without a Certificate of Eligibility, the Consulate General of Japan in Atlanta will NOT take any responsibility for delay or denial of a visa.
  • Visa application without a COE will only be accepted when an applicant has a reason that she/he cannot obtain a COE.
  • For further information about COE, please refer to this page.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR A SPOUSE OF A JAPANESE NATIONAL

Please Note
  • The Consulate General of Japan in Atlanta reserves the right to request additional documents if deemed necessary.
  • The Consulate General of Japan in Atlanta will not make copies.
Application Form Visa Application Form

Signed by the applicant (Form / Sample)

 Original
Passport Valid Passport

with at least 1.5 blank pages left

 Original
Photo One 2”x 2” Photo

must be taken in front of a plain background and within the past 6 months
Use GLUE ONLY to attach the photo to the application, please do not staple or tape.

 Original
U.S. Visa U.S. Visa or Permanent Resident Card for Non-U.S. Citizen
  • Permanent Resident (Green Card, advanced Parole, or I-551)
  • H1B or L1 with I-797 & I-94
  • F-1 visa with I-20 form (need a valid signature to travel) & I-94
  • J-1 visa with DS-2019 form & I-94
  • Employment authorization Card (if applicable)

Please note: The Consulate General of Japan in Atlanta does NOT accept any applications from B-1 and B-2 U.S. visa holders.

 Original & 1 Copy
Proof of Residency Proof of Residency

e.g., Driver’s license card, State ID card, or Utility Bill

 Original & 1 Copy
Japanese Family Registry (Koseki Tohon) Japanese Family Registry (Koseki Tohon) certifying the fact of your marriage Original & 1 Copy
U.S. Marriage Certificate U.S. Marriage Certificate Original & 1 Copy
Guarantor letter and Proof of Residency in Japan Letter of Guarantee (Form) and Proof of Residency in Japan:

In the case that Japanese spouse is currently residing and employed in Japan:

  • A letter of guarantee from Japanese spouse
  • Japanese spouse's Certificate of Employment and Certificate of Tax Payment
  • Japanese spouse's Jumin-hyo

In the case that Japanese spouse is currently residing in Japan but not employed:

  • A letter of guarantee from Japanese guarantor (not your spouse) residing in Japan
  • Japanese guarantor's Certificate of Employment and Certificate of Tax Payment
  • Japanese spouse's Jumin-hyo

In the case that Japanese spouse is currently residing in the U.S.:

  • A letter of guarantee from Japanese guarantor (not your spouse) residing in Japan
  • Japanese guarantor’s Certificate of Employment and Certificate of Tax Payment
  • Japanese guarantor's Jumin-hyo
 Original if spouse is in the U.S.
1 Copy if spouse is in Japan.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR A CHILD OF A JAPANESE NATIONAL

Please Note
  • The Consulate General of Japan in Atlanta reserves the right to request additional documents if deemed necessary.
  • The Consulate General of Japan in Atlanta will not make copies.
Application Form Visa Application Form

Signed by the applicant (Form / Sample)

 Original
Passport Valid Passport

with at least 1.5 blank pages left

 Original
Photo One 2”x 2” Photo

must be taken in front of a plain background and within the past 6 months
Use GLUE ONLY to attach the photo to the application, please do not staple or tape.

 Original
U.S. Visa U.S. Visa, if you are not a U.S. Citizen
  • F-1 visa holders must present an endorsed I-20 form
  • J-1 visa holders must present an endorsed DS-2019 form

Please note: The Consulate General of Japan in Atlanta does NOT accept any applications from B-1 and B-2 U.S. visa holders.

 Original & 1 Copy
Proof of Residency Proof of Residency

e.g., Driver’s license card, State ID card, or Utility Bill

 Original & 1 Copy
Parent's Japanese Family Registry (Koseki Tohon) Parent's Japanese Family Registry (Koseki Tohon) certifying the fact of your parent-child relationship with a Japanese national Original & 1 Copy
Applicant’s Birth Certificate Applicant’s Birth Certificate Original & 1 Copy
Parents’ Marriage Certificate Parents’ Marriage Certificate Original & 1 Copy
Documents certifying applicant or parent’s finance Documents certifying applicant or parent’s finance:
  • Certificate of Employment
  • Certificate of Tax Payment
 Original & 1 Copy
Parent’s Jumin-hyo Parent’s Jumin-hyo Original

PROCEDURE INFORMATION

Please see our main Visiting Japan / Visa page.


Visa Main Page

Recommended Information

Japan Official Travel Guide
  • Mailing Address
    ATTN: Visa Section
    Consulate General of Japan in Atlanta
    Phipps Tower Suite 850
    3438 Peachtree Road NE
    Atlanta, GA 30326

    Contact Information
    (404) 240-4300 ext. 3031
    ryoji@aa.mofa.go.jp
    M-F 9:00am- 5:00pm
  • Japan Visa Information Hotline[24 hour/7 days]
    (English available)
    +1 888-671-4583
    1-888-704-4459 Domestic call
    Fees apply

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