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VISA Q and A on FM COCOLO 76.5 MHz Having a baby (between non-Japanese couples) On Aired Data: Aug. 1, 2000 |
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Summary of the On Aired Program |
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Client: Foreign couple. The husband works at a foreign affiliated firm, and is staying under the Engineer status. The wife is staying under the Dependant Status. Case:This couple is going to have a baby soon, and they would like to now what are the procedures involved, after the birth. Let’s go over the necessary documents, according to each office you must turn in. To city hall or ward office: 1) The Notification of Birth (within 14 days after birth) *the gender *the legitimacy of the child *the date, time, and place of birth *the name and nationality of the parents are stated 2) The Proof of Birth 3) The Maternal and Child Health Handbook (After acquiring the status of resident) For Alien Registration 1) You must register within 60 days after birth 2) 2 pictures (4.5cm X3.5cm) To your nearest health center: 1) Your notification card, which is included in the Handbook To the immigration office: 1) Permission to acquire status of residence (for the child) *this must be taken care of within 30 days of birth *the status of resident of the newborn is determined according to the parent’s status *before applying, you must acquire a passport from your resident country’s embassy Other things you must take care of is registration for national health insurance, or social insurance in order to receive check ups, and vaccinations. Also, if the father pays social securities at work, he is entitled to receive a lump sum allowance for child birth and nursing, and not only that, but by registering the child as a dependant family member, he is also entitled for a deduction on your withholding taxes. There is a lot of paper work involved, but don’t worry. The people a the municipality will explain it to you if you are not sure. |
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