National Pension Enrolment
Residents aged 20 to 59 who aren't in an employees' pension must enrol in the National Pension (Category 1) at city hall.
1 min readChecked against official sources 2026-06-14
Residents aged 20 to 59 who aren't in an employees' pension must enrol in the National Pension (Category 1) at city hall.
Where: Japan Pension Service / municipal office · When: Within 14 days of becoming eligible (for example moving in or leaving a company).
Steps
- 1Submit the National Pension enrolment form at city hall (or online via Mynaportal).
- 2Receive your pension number and payment slips, or set up automatic bank payment.
- 3If paying is hard, ask about the exemption or student payment-deferral systems.
What to bring
- Residence card
- My Number (card or notification)
- Document showing your pension number / proof of leaving a company pension (if any)