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When a Spouse is Not Permitted to Extend Their “Dependent’s Visa” No. 2
I’m living in Japan using a “skilled labor visa.” My wife was also living in Japan under a “dependent visa.” However, since Immigration discovered that she had been engaged in activities other than that permitted by the status of residence previously granted, she was unable to obtain permission to extend her term of residence and had to return to her native country. Once there she twice applied for permission to stay, however permission was not granted either time. Could you let me know why this is?
It might be difficult to explain this concisely as there could be a variety of reasons for this. One of them could be down to your low income.
Looking back at the history of this case, Immigration might have come to the conclusion that your wife had to work because your income was insufficient and that as long as your income remains the same, there’s a possibility that your wife will do this again.
When you bring your family to Japan with you, you are also responsible for supporting your family. That support means being able to feed your family. If it’s decided that you don’t have sufficient means to support your family by yourself, it might be difficult for your wife to be granted permission to reenter the country.
(From October Issue 2011)
Advisor: TATEDA Jun (Immigration Lawyer)
