About My Number Card for Those Moving Abroad

Starting from May 27, 2024, you will be able to continue using your My Number Card even after moving abroad by completing the necessary procedures.
Additionally, those living overseas who do not have a My Number Card can now apply for a new one.
The eligible individuals are as follows.
Note: To continue using your My Number Card that was used domestically after moving abroad, you must complete the procedures for overseas continued use at City Hall or a Branch Office by the day before your planned move date. Procedures cannot be completed after the planned move date.

Eligible Individuals

The following applies to those who meet all criteria.

• Japanese people
• Those who have already been assigned a My Number (Those who have registered as residents in Japan after October 5, 2015)

Card Printing

• The card for those moving abroad will have "Moving Abroad YYYY/MM/DD (Scheduled Move Date)" written in the address field.
• Cards that were used domestically will have "Overseas Transfer YYYY/MM/DD (Scheduled Transfer Date)" printed in the additional information section after the procedure for continued use abroad.

Procedures for My Number Card for Overseas Use

• My Number Card Overseas Continued Use
• Application for My Number Card for Those Moving Abroad
• Issuance (Receipt) of My Number Card for Those Moving Abroad
• My Number Card PIN Change and Reset for Those Moving Abroad
• Change of My Number Card Design for Those Moving Abroad (Name Change)
• When you lose, burn, or damage your My Number Card for those moving abroad
• Issuance and Renewal of Electronic Certificates for My Number Card for Those Moving Abroad