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🏥 Health & Insurance Open
National Pension Enrollment / Exemption Application
16,980 yen per month (FY2026)
💡 The Bottom Line
Enroll when you turn 20. Apply for exemption if you cannot afford the premiums.
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👤 Who
Residents in Japan aged 20-59 (Students, self-employed, unemployed, etc.)
📋 What
Enrollment, exemption, postponement procedures for National Pension
⏰ When
Promptly upon turning 20, resigning, or moving in.
📍 Where
City Hall 1F Insurance & Pension Div / Japan Pension Service
❗ Why
Enrollment is mandatory. Necessary to receive old age, disability, or death pension.
📝 How
Submit the notification form. Students can apply for payment exceptions.
⏱ About 15 to 20 minutes at the counter
📖 Easy Explanation
Everyone aged 20-59 must enroll in the National Pension. If you can't pay, apply for an exemption—don't ignore it.
✅ Checklist
- RequiredAvailable at City Hall or JPS website.
- RequiredPhoto ID.
- RequiredMy Number Card, etc.
- OptionalIf removing yourself from a spouse's dependent list.
- OptionalIf applying for student payment exception.
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👥 Who Qualifies
- Those who turned 20
- Those who left their job
❓ FAQ
Is enrollment in National Pension mandatory?
Yes, everyone aged 20 to 59 must enroll. Company employees enroll automatically in Employee Pension, but self-employed, students, and unemployed must enroll at City Hall.
What if I cannot pay the premiums?
If your income is low, you can apply for an exemption (Full, 3/4, Half, 1/4) or a postponement (especially for students). If you leave it unpaid, it affects future pension amounts.
Will I lose my pension if there are unpaid periods?
You need at least 10 years of payments to receive the old-age pension. Unpaid periods decrease the amount, but you can retroactively pay for the past 10 years (additional payment system).
What procedures are needed when quitting a job?
You must switch from Employee Pension to National Pension. Do this at City Hall within 14 days of the day after resignation.
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