Can I marry a Japanese person?

As an alternative, you can clarify that you are of a marital age in your home country and there is no legal barrier to marrying a Japanese national. This may come from a consular official of your own country, in Japan. You may submit a written oath that has the consular officials signature instead of the certificate.

What happens if I marry a Japanese citizen?

Simply marrying a Japanese citizen does not automatically grant Japanese citizenship to a foreign national. Attaining Japanese citizenship must be done though the normal naturalization process. However, marrying a Japanese citizen does allow the foreign national to immediately obtain a spousal visa.

Can a Filipino marry a Japanese?

Divorced Filipinos can get remarried to a Japanese if he/she can get a Certificate of Legal Capacity to Contract Marriage (LCCM) which is issued by Philippines embassy in Japan. The LCCM is issued only to Filipinos presently residing in Japan wishing to get married to a foreign national.

What is the youngest age to get married?

The consent of at least one parent or guardian is required for a person aged 16 or 17 to get married. Males at the time of marriage must be at least 18 years of age, while females aged 16–17 can marry with the consent of at least one parent or guardian.

Can foreigners divorce in Japan?

Q: Can foreign citizens be divorced in Japan? A: Yes. However, foreign citizens must show evidence that they are able to be divorced in their country of nationality and that the procedures used in Japan are compatible with those of their home country.