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releasethekraken 11-27-2009 03:08 PM

Leaving, re-entry and future naturalization
 
Does anyone know, if someone leaves Japan with a re-entry permit for less than 3 months, does this count against the 5 years required for naturalization or 10 years for permanent residency status?

Nyororin 11-28-2009 05:21 AM

It should not make a difference as "residence" doesn`t necessarily mean you need to be in the country constantly. Just that it is your residence.

In reality - if you`re leaving frequently, then they may be picky with it and hold it against you. An occasional vacation should be no issue though.

releasethekraken 11-28-2009 03:49 PM

Thanks Nyororin. I kind of suspected the same, but it's always nice to get a second opinion :)

Not planning on making lots of trips out the country, but it would be nice to be able to visit friends and family once a year.


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