Moving-in Notification (Resident Registration)
Register your new address at city hall when you move to a new municipality, so your residence record (juminhyo) is correct.
Register your new address at city hall when you move to a new municipality, so your residence record (juminhyo) is correct.
Steps
- 1Before moving, get a moving-out certificate from your old municipality (not needed if you moved out online with a My Number Card).
- 2Within 14 days, submit the moving-in notification at your new city hall with the certificate and ID.
- 3Update the address on your residence card and My Number Card at the same window.
What to bring
- Moving-out certificate (tenshutsu shomeisho)
- Residence card
- My Number Card or notification card
- ID of the person submitting
Official sources
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Information, not advice
This guide is general information only — not legal, administrative, tax or other professional advice, and not a filing service. Rules and procedures can change; always confirm with the official window or website. For your specific situation, consult a licensed professional or contact the relevant government office directly.
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