Living in Japan

Includes how to access healthcare, get a document legalised, lists of lawyers and how to vote abroad.

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  1. Get your document legalised

    Use the online service to get a UK document legalised.

  2. Japan travel advice

    FCDO travel advice for Japan. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences.

  3. Japan: lawyers

    List of English-speaking lawyers for British nationals in Japan.

  4. Japan: medical

    List of English-speaking sources of medical information in Japan.

  5. Japan: translators and interpreters

    List of translators and interpreters for British nationals in Japan.

  6. Japan: undertakers

    List of English-speaking undertakers for British nationals in Japan.

  7. Living in Japan

    Information for British citizens moving to or living in Japan, including guidance on residency, healthcare and driving.

  8. Mental health support for British nationals in Japan

    Information for British nationals with mental health issues in Japan, including how the British embassy can help.

  9. Notarial and documentary services guide for Japan

    We may be able to offer notarial services, including administering an oath or affidavit and making a certified copy of a document.

  10. Professional services if you are abroad

    Find English-speaking lawyers, doctors and medical providers, interpreters and translators, and funeral directors overseas.

  11. UK benefits if you’re going or living abroad

    Find out what benefits you might be able to receive while you’re abroad and how to export them from the UK or claim them while abroad

  12. Voting if you move or live abroad

    How to vote if you move or live abroad, including eligibility and registration