If you are a foreign resident living in Japan or an employer supporting foreign nationals, staying informed about immigration procedures and regulatory updates is essential.
The Immigration Services Agency of Japan (ISA) offers a free Email Distribution Service that provides timely updates on immigration procedures, residence status, and other important information to help foreign residents and supporting organizations remain compliant.
Who Can Register?
The service is available to:
- Foreign nationals residing in Japan
- Companies employing foreign workers
- Registered support organizations
- Educational institutions
- Other organizations assisting foreign residents
Key Features
Residence Period Reminder Service
One of the most valuable features is the Residence Period Reminder Service.
By registering your residence expiration date, you will automatically receive reminder emails:
- Approximately 3 months before your residence period expires
- Approximately 2 weeks before your residence period expires
These reminders can help ensure that you prepare your renewal application well in advance and avoid unnecessary issues caused by an expired residence status.
Immigration Updates
Subscribers can receive updates on topics such as:
- Changes to immigration procedures
- Residence status application guidance
- Immigration policy updates
- Support information for foreign residents
- Announcements affecting employers and supporting organizations
Organizations can also choose to receive information specifically relevant to employers and institutions that hire or support foreign nationals.
Available Languages
The service is available in:
- Japanese
- Easy Japanese
- English
This makes it accessible to a wide range of foreign residents living and working in Japan.
Privacy and Cost
The ISA Email Distribution Service is:
- Free to register and use
- Available with only an email address (no personal information such as your name, address, or phone number is required)
- Used solely for providing official information from the Immigration Services Agency
Please note that this is a one-way notification service, and replies to the emails are not accepted. Standard internet or mobile communication charges may apply depending on your service provider.
For more information or to register for the ISA Email Distribution Service, please visit the official Immigration Services Agency page:
https://www.moj.go.jp/isa/publications/publications/mail-service.html
