Resident Registration in Yokohama — Guide for Foreign Residents
Yokohama, Japan's second-largest city by population, is home to over 105,000 foreign residents. With 18 ward offices, the city provides accessible registration services. Yokohama has a long history of international exchange, and many ward offices are accustomed to serving non-Japanese residents.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Time Required | 30–60 minutes |
| Cost | Free |
| Documents | Residence Card, Passport, Moving-in Notification |
| Office | Your local Ward Office in Yokohama |
Step 1: Identify Your Ward Office
Yokohama has 18 wards. Find which ward you live in and locate the corresponding ward office. Naka Ward (Chinatown area) and Tsurumi Ward have particularly high foreign resident populations.
Step 2: Bring Required Documents
Bring your Residence Card, Passport, and the Moving-in Notification Form. Family members should each bring their own Residence Cards.
Step 3: Submit at the Ward Office
Visit the Resident Registration counter. The YOKE (Yokohama Association for International Communications and Exchanges) provides phone interpretation support that ward offices can use.
Step 4: Receive Your Updated Residence Card
Your Yokohama address will be printed on the back of your Residence Card immediately.
- ☑ Residence Card
- ☑ Passport
- ☑ Moving-in Notification Form
Office Information
Yokohama City — Naka Ward Office
Address: 35 Nihon-odori, Naka-ku, Yokohama
Phone: 045-224-8181
Hours: Mon–Fri 8:45–17:00
Source: Yokohama City Official Website
Q: Can I use YOKE for translation help?
Yes, YOKE offers multilingual information services. Ward offices can also connect to phone interpretation in 11 languages.
Q: Are Yokohama ward offices open on weekends?
Some ward offices offer limited Saturday services for certain procedures. Check with your specific ward office in advance.
※ The information on this site is for reference only. Please confirm procedure details at your local municipal office.
