❓ Can a Retired Person Be a Financial Sponsor?

🎯 Who is this for?

International students who plan to use a retired parent or guardian as their financial sponsor for a visa or Certificate of Eligibility (CoE) application.

❓ Question

My potential financial sponsor is my father (or mother), who is retired. Is it possible for them to still be my sponsor?

✅ Answer

Yes, a retired person can be your financial sponsor, as long as they have a stable source of income, such as a pension.

📝 Additional Information

Guidelines for Using a Retired Sponsor

Pension as Income
A pension is considered a valid and stable source of income. If your retired parent receives a regular pension, this can be used to demonstrate their ability to financially support you during your stay in Japan.

Required Documentation

To prove that your retired sponsor has the financial capacity:

Submit pension statements that show the monthly or annual pension amount.
Alternatively, submit bank statements that clearly show regular pension deposits.
In some cases, additional supporting documents like tax records or an official letter from the pension provider may be requested.

Consult Your School

Requirements may vary depending on the school or immigration office handling your application.
It's important to:

Check with your school for specific document formats or translations they may require.
Follow their instructions closely to avoid delays or rejections due to incomplete documentation.

📝 How to Enter This Information in SpeedVisa

When entering information for a retired sponsor, please do the following:

1. Detailed Information Section

Enter the following:

■ Income

Annual Income or Savings → Select “Annual Income.”
(If the pension amount is very low and you feel unsure about entering it, select “Savings Amount” instead and consult your school for guidance.)
Enter the annual income amount (use the sponsor’s pension income).

■ Basic Information

Phone Number: Enter the sponsor’s home phone number
Address: Enter the sponsor’s home address

■ Workplace Information

Company Name: Enter “None”
Occupation: Enter “Retired” or “Fully Retired”
Workplace Phone Number: Leave blank
Workplace Address: Enter “None” or leave blank

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