OFWs who reside in Nagoya can apply for an Affidavit of Support and Guarantee (ASG) for their relatives, friends, dependents, who are visiting Japan at the Philippine Consulate General in Nagoya, which is located at Hiroya Building, 3-31-3 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi-ken, Japan 460-0008.
This ASG is a legal document that serves as a guarantee and support for the expenses of the visitor while in Japan. It is required by the Japanese immigration authorities for tourist or family visit visa applications.
To apply for an ASG, OFWs must first secure an appointment through the Philippine Consulate General’s online appointment system. Please keep in mind that the application has specific requirements that must be met by the sponsored individual as well as the sponsor, such as a valid passport, verified contract, etc.. Additional requirements, such as proof of relationship and proof of income, may also be requested by the PCG.
Also Read:
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- Affidavit of Support & Guarantee in PH Embassy Tokyo, Japan
Contents
Qualifications
If a relative is of first or second-degree consanguinity or affinity, the Filipino who resides in Nagoya can apply for an ASG to sponsor them.
The following falls under first or second-degree consanguinity or affinity:
- Children
- Parents
- Spouse
- Brothers/Sisters
- Grandparents
- Grandchildren
- Parents-in-law
- Son/daughter-in-law
Requirements
All documents should be submitted with one (1) original and two (2) photocopies.
The following are the requirements for ASG:
- Filled-up Affidavit of Support & Guarantee form – Downloadable Link: https://nagoyapcg.dfa.gov.ph/index.php/downloads/consular-forms
- Confirmed booking appointment
- Sponsor’s valid passport or ID
Note: Please include an English translation of any Japanese driver’s license or My Number Card if the applicant plans to present as ID.
- Sponsored individual’s valid passport or ID
- At least two (2) co-signatories with passport
- Letter Pack (¥520) for notarized document mailing to applicant’s address.
Other Requirements
- Proof of the relationship of the sponsor and the sponsored individual
- Sponsor’s proof of financial capability (pay slip, bank statements, certificates, etc.)
How to Apply for ASG at the PH Consulate Office in Nagoya
To help you with the process, here are the steps on how to apply for an ASG at the PCG Nagoya office in Japan:
Step 1: Click the link below then download and print the Affidavit of Support & Agreement (ASG) form here – https://nagoyapcg.dfa.gov.ph/index.php/downloads/consular-forms.
Note: There are different types of ASG forms. Please choose the one that represents your situation (e.g. if you are a parent, a friend and the persons you are sponsoring).
Step 2: Fill-out the information needed.
- Full name
- Marital status
- Address in Japan
- Complete name of the sponsored individual
- Affiant’s Signature
- Date of notary
- Affiant’s ID/ Passport No
- Date of Passport issuance
- Location/Address
Step 3: Compile and scan the needed documents.
Step 4: Send the scanned documents to notarials.nagoyapcg@gmail.com for pre-assessment.
Step 5: Book an appointment online via Appointment Link – https://bit.ly/notarials_nagoyapcg
Step 6: Click “Notarials” under Your Service.
Step 7: Choose the best date and time for you and your co-signatories.
Step 8: Use your email address, Google account, or Facebook account to log in. You can skip the log in process or create a new profile if you don’t yet have one. The purpose of the login process is to save your personal information for future bookings.
Step 9: Fill-in all the needed personal information.
- First and last name
- Phone number
- Email address
- Address (optional)
- City (optional)
- State (optional)
- Zip code (optional)
- Comments (optional)
Step 10: Review all the details then tick the box and click the “Book” button.
Step 11: Take a screenshot and save a copy of your confirmed booking details.
Step 12: Complete and compile the needed documents.
Step 13: Visit the Philippine Consulate General Nagoya, Japan together with the co-signatories at the time and date scheduled. Bring a both the original and two (2) photocopies of the required documentation.
Step 14: Proceed to the PCG’s Notarial Window on the Ground or Second Floor and submit the required documents, including the Letter Pack.
Step 15: The PCG personnel will get back to you for your signature after reviewing the documents you submitted.
Step 16: Sign the documents in front of the PCG personnel. Your co-signatories should also sign the documents that need to be notarized.
Step 17: Your documents will be reviewed by the PCG personnel.
Step 18: Pay the notarial fee of ¥3,500 (per document) at the PCG’s first-floor cashier.
Step 19: Give the original payment receipt to the PCG personnel at the notarial window.
Step 20: The PCG personnel will inform you when the documents that will be mailed are going to be released.
Note: After an application is submitted, it usually takes seven (7) working days for the documents to be released.
ASG Sample Form at PCG Nagoya
Check out the sample form of Affidavit of Support & Agreement (ASG) at PCG Nagoya for your reference. We’ve taken a screenshot of the form for you to have an idea of the information you need to fill-in. However, please note that it is still important to download and use the latest version of the form for your application. Download it here – https://nagoyapcg.dfa.gov.ph/index.php/downloads/consular-forms
Important Reminders
- Every document must be legally translated into English.
- Applicants can go straight to the PCG Notarial office, but to speed up the process, it is best to schedule an appointment.
- The applicant and its signatories must sign the paper or documents for notarization in front of PCG personnel on the day of filing.
- Applicants must present a legitimate form of identification (ID), such as a passport, driver’s license, or official Japanese resident card.
- The applicant’s and the sponsored individual’s passport and ID must match the details provided on the ASG form.
- It is not permitted for PCG personnel to testify as witnesses during the applicant’s signature on the ASG forms.
- The applicant may contact PCG Nagoya, Japan’s hotline number if the application documents are not received within seven (7) working days.
- Upon a thorough assessment by the consular official, any fabricated or altered documents submitted for notarization or attestation may be confiscated outright.
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Summary
Affidavit of Support & Guarantee (ASG) must be submitted by Filipino residents of Nagoya, Japan if they wish to sponsor their first or second degree of consanguinity or affinity. The applicant may go directly to the Philippine Consulate General in Nagoya, Japan, to submit an ASG, but for faster processing, it is best to book an appointment online. Be reminded that the application must include particular requirements from the sponsor and the sponsored individual, like a valid passport, and the applicant needs to bring along two (2) co-signatories.
Using an ASG does not ensure entry or the approval of a visa. It is merely an application for visa-supporting documents. Personnel of the Philippine Bureau of Immigration (BI) usually request an ASG document from Filipinos planning a tourist trip to Japan.
Contact Information
Philippine Consulate General in Nagoya, Japan
Address: Hiroya Building, 3-31-3 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi-ken Japan 460-0008
Contact Number: +81(0) 90-6580-6724
Email Address: notarials.nagoyapcg@gmail.com / nagoya.pcg@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PHinNagoya
Website: https://nagoyapcg.dfa.gov.ph/