Naturalization in 2022

@KK,

Nothing change in my side after submit. No work change no resident. No contact for additional docs also no home/office visit. just silence.

Keep tracking yourself by click below https://kanpou.npb.go.jp/index.html twice a week.

Jack.

Hello! I am afraid of test taking in the interview date if some one have any idea please suggest me.

first visit. 2023 /8
application submit: 2024/1
interview date: 8/2
any idea of interview test? coz I am asking for test and I am preparing little

Hi!

Firstly, I wish you all the very best for your interview and hope everything goes smoothly for you.
I’m sharing my experience, but please note it can vary from person to person. I had my final interview in January and am now waiting for the final call. I was asked to take a Japanese test before the interview. Although I have been in Japan for more than 10 years, it still depends on the person in charge. The test covers writing Hiragana, Katakana, converting Katakana to Hiragana, comprehension, and essay writing.

The second part involves checking all the documents again and asking detailed questions about changes, reasons, and other specifics. So be prepared to answer those questions.

After the document review, the questions mainly relate to my work, such as what kind of job you do. The interview concludes with a pledge to sign, confirming that all submitted documents are true.
They informed me that the final result would be given after 6-8 months.

I’m still waiting, but from what I’ve heard, processing times can vary depending on where you apply. Usually, Tokyo seems to take longer compared to places like Saitama and Chiba.
I hope everyone’s dreams of becoming Japanese come true.

Good Luck Guys !

spread
thank you very much
what was the topic of essay could you please tell me??

The essay topic was: What is your favorite food?

Spread
thank you so much and finally i have done for interview and it was good and want to know about that how can i know that i passed the test or not??
thank you and good luck for all and me too 🤞

@deep (guest)
Can you explain more details about the interview. From 1st to last.
How long they took?
You applied from tokyo?

Will appreciate your answer.

Hi spread good.

Was that your first test or second?
Did you have test on your first or second consultation?

Because I had my test on the first consultation at Saitama. I’m now preparing for the documents and I don’t know if I will have a test again

Hi,

As I mentioned in my last message, the place where the test is conducted can vary. Initially, before I submitted the documents, they only checked my background, including my work history, stay in Japan, and communication skills. After that, they confirmed that I was eligible to apply and guided me on preparing the documents. However, the written exam was conducted during my final interview. I'm sorry; it's very difficult to comment on this approach.

Typically, you may need to go through 3-4 consultations depending on how well you prepare your documents.

What I mean is that the final interview usually takes place after all the documents are 100% ready. This final check includes reviewing the submitted documents, and if you have a family, they will need to confirm there are no objections and provide their signatures. There will also be follow-up and an interview.

Since you are in the stage of preparing your documents, make sure to give yourself ample time and ensure everything is perfect. Missing any documents will result in longer waiting times. I’m not sure about Saitama, but in Tokyo, even just making an appointment to submit documents can take 3-4 months. I wish you the best of luck!

@Success how come you had a test before submitting documents ??? is that the case for everyone who had a test ?

They told me I will have a test too but I believe it will be on the interview day ( I hope so!) !

I understand your concern. Usually, they conduct a test to assess Japanese language skills. Without passing this test, it's not easy to proceed with the next steps. Some tests are conducted during the first consultation, while others are done during the final interview

Any update from applicants from Saitama. 11months still waiting since application submitted.

@ia guest

My test was on the first consultation. I was told that I will take a test during the process after he found that I’m qualify to apply.So he asked me if I wanted to take the test on the very day or I can wait till my next appointment,
I decided to take the tests on the first day because I didn’t want to think about it.
It was okay.Just hiragana and katakana and some basic kanji

Hi Nipking ,

11m is after interview or after submit ? Can you share your timeline?

Best Regards
Jack.

@ Jack,

Application submitted: Sep 2023
Interview : january 2024
What is your timeline?

@mrital
I submitted the documents 2024 january
And they called me July 2024
And they asked me to choose the interview date
and i choose august and they check my all documents with me and i had a test khaji katagana hiragana
and i am waiting for results
and they told me that i need to wait for 6 months to 2 years because its bzy in tokyo
Good luck all

@Deep

Hi, Deep can I ask you questions about the test please ?

the kanji part was about writing or reading kanji ?
there wasn't any text comprehension nor essay to write ?

Thanks !!

hi ia guest
Yes the khanji part was for reading and also i had a question about essay which i should write in mix khanji hiragana katagana to reached good marks and i heard that the score should be 90%
But if you will know very normal kind of khanji it helps so don’t worry and good luck 🥰

@SpreqdGood

"Usually, they conduct a test to assess Japanese language skills. Without passing this test, it's not easy to proceed with the next steps. "

No it's easy to proceed without the test if you're good at Japanese enough. They make you take the test if they feel you are not confident / if they aren't with your skills.
I'm fluent and didn't have to take one. I even didn't know qbout this test before reqding this thread.