Japan hikes permanent residency fee from 10,000 yen to 200,000 yen

The Japanese government has increased its permanent residency application fee from 10,000 yen to 200,000 yen for foreign nationals.

The 20-fold fee increase comes alongside tough new conditions for foreign nationals applying for permanent residency in the country.

Official reports do not specify an effective date or the complete list of revised conditions.

Foreign nationals, including Indian citizens planning permanent residency in Japan, face a 20-fold fee increase to 200,000 yen and tougher requirements.