When a foreign national rents a rental property in Japan, there are some items that will be checked in addition to the normal application documents.
Conditions vary depending on the property, but the sooner you prepare, the easier the screening process will be.
Residence card and passport
In many cases, you will need to submit your residence card.
Your status of residence, period of stay, address, name, etc. will be confirmed. You may also be asked for a copy of your passport.
If your stay is nearing its expiration date, be prepared to explain your renewal plans and the status of your workplace.
Confirm income and workplace
If you are a company employee, you may be asked for information about your workplace, proof of income, employment contract, letter of offer, etc.
If you are an international student, you may need your student ID, acceptance letter, proof of bank balance, proof of remittance from a relative, etc.
The required documents change depending on the situation, so it is important to check in advance.
Emergency contacts in Japan
Depending on the management company or guarantee company, you may be asked to provide emergency contact information in Japan.
Possible candidates include your boss at work, someone from your school, a relative, or a friend, but you may also be asked to include a relative.
Be sure to let the person you contact know that you may receive a confirmation phone call.
Guarantee company examination
There are guarantee companies that foreign nationals can use, but the screening criteria differ depending on the guarantee company.
You may be asked to confirm that you can contact us in Japanese, and that there are no problems with your workplace or residence status.
If you are unsure, it will be easier to proceed by consulting with a real estate company that is accustomed to handling contracts with foreign nationals.
summary
If you are a foreign national renting a property, please prepare your residence card, passport, income confirmation documents, emergency contact information, etc. in advance.
Conditions vary depending on the property and guarantee company, so it is important to share your situation first and narrow down the properties you can apply for.