DOCUMENTRequired documents for application
For the required documents, please first see here.
The required documents differ depending on whether the applicant and the child or student (elementary school or junior high school student) are from the same household or not. Please submit A-Application documents and B-Necessary certificates.
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If the applicant and child live together/the applicant is the head of the household
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A-Application documents
Online users
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1
Application form
*Please create it by entering information on your My Page.
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2
Free school confirmation
This must be completed by the free school or other institution your child attends.
[Documents that must be submitted if confirmation cannot be made on the free school's website]
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3
Documents confirming the fee structure of free schools, etc. Pamphlets, leaflets, flyers, etc.
*If the fee structure is listed on the website, please include the corresponding URL on the free school confirmation form. *Copies of documents are acceptable. *Please do not attach contracts or receipts from free schools, etc.
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4
Documents that prove that the main purpose of the organization is to support children who are not attending school Brochure and Articles of Incorporation
*If your website states that your main purpose is to support children and students who are not attending school, please include the relevant URL on the Free School etc. Confirmation Form. *Copies of documents are acceptable.
[Only submit if you are receiving subsidies for the use of free schools, etc. other than this program]
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5
A copy of a document verifying receipt of subsidies for the use of free schools, etc. other than this project
Please submit a copy of a document that confirms the subsidy amount and period, such as a grant decision.
[Submit only if there are other documents related to the application]
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6
Other documents related to the application for issuance
*Please submit only if you have other documents related to the grant application, such as if you are living in a free school dormitory or a school dormitory.
By Mail
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1
Application form (including attached form)
In the following cases ① and ②, it is necessary to submit a declaration using the attached form.
① When the person who pays the fees for the free school etc. (the applicant) and the person who can contact the school on a daily basis are different ② If the applicant and child do not live together -
2
Free school confirmation
This must be completed by the free school or other institution your child attends.
[Documents that must be submitted if confirmation cannot be made on the free school's website]
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3
Documents confirming the fee structure of free schools, etc. Pamphlets, leaflets, flyers, etc.
*If the fee structure is listed on the website, please include the corresponding URL on the free school confirmation form. *Copies of documents are acceptable. *Please do not attach contracts or receipts from free schools, etc.
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4
Documents that prove that the main purpose of the organization is to support children who are not attending school Brochures, Articles of Incorporation, etc.
*If your website states that your main purpose is to support children and students who are not attending school, please include the relevant URL on the Free School etc. Confirmation Form. *Copies of documents are acceptable.
[Only submit if you are receiving subsidies for the use of free schools, etc. other than this program]
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5
A copy of a document verifying receipt of subsidies for the use of free schools, etc. other than this project
Please submit a copy of a document that confirms the subsidy amount and period, such as a grant decision.
[Submit only if there are other documents related to the application]
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6
Other documents related to the application for issuance
*Please submit only if you have other documents related to the grant application, such as if you are living in a free school dormitory or a school dormitory.
When submitting by mail, please print out the checklist from the link below and check that you have all the necessary documents. If necessary, please print out the address sheet, attach it to the back of the envelope, and mail it to the office.
B-Required Certificates
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When performing public personal authentication using My Number
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Required
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PrecautionsPlease read this before preparing your documents.
If the month in which the subsidy begins is earlier than the month in which you submit your application, you will need to submit documents confirming that both the applicant (guardian) and the child have been continuously residing in Tokyo since the month in which the subsidy begins. For details, please see here (PDF).
However, if you apply during the first application period (May 27, 2026 to June 30, 2026), you can omit submitting these documents. For details, please see here (PDF).
You are required to submit documents that can confirm that the applicant is the legal guardian of the child.
However, if you received a grant decision in FY2025 and there are no changes to your FY2026 application details (applicant's name and address, child's name and address, head of household and whether they live together), and you apply during the first grant application period (May 27, 2026 to June 30, 2026), you can omit submitting these documents.
From December 2, 2024, the system will shift to using My Number Cards as health insurance cards, and new health insurance cards will no longer be issued. Health insurance cards valid as of December 2 can be used as insurance cards until their expiration date, but they cannot be used as proof of eligibility. From December 2 onwards, it will be possible to use a health insurance eligibility confirmation certificate as proof of eligibility.
For details, please see here. -
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Public personal authentication using My Number cards
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2
One document that confirms that the applicant is the child's parent, etc.
・Copy of household resident registration card
[Notes regarding household resident registration]
- Must be issued within the last 3 months at the time of application
- Do not omit head of household or relationship
- No My Number/Resident Registration Code/Registered Domicile listed
If your My Number (individual number), resident registration code, or registered domicile is included, please mask it before attaching the document. A resident registration certificate without masking will be considered an incomplete document.
・Children's health insurance eligibility confirmation (copy)
※Valid as of the application date・Child's medical certificate
*Please submit documents that include the names of both the applicant and the child.
*If the applicant is a minor's guardian or someone other than a parent with parental authority, please contact the secretariat.
If you received a grant decision in FY2025 and there are no changes to your FY2026 application details (applicant's name and address, child's name and address, head of household and whether they live together), and you apply during the first grant application period (May 27, 2026 to June 30, 2026), you may omit submitting this document. -
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1 document that can confirm the child's address (only for those who selected other than a copy of household residence certificate in step 2)
・Child's My Number Card (copy of the front)
・A copy of the child's residence certificate (issued within the last three months at the time of application)
If you have your My Number card, you can easily obtain a residence certificate card at a convenience store!My Number Card (issued at convenience stores)
*For details on operation methods, please contact each convenience store directly.
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Cases other than public personal authentication using My Number
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Required
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PrecautionsPlease read this before preparing your documents.
If the month in which the subsidy begins is earlier than the month in which you submit your application, you will need to submit documents confirming that both the applicant (guardian) and the child have been continuously residing in Tokyo since the month in which the subsidy begins. For details, please see here (PDF).
However, if you apply during the first application period (May 27, 2026 to June 30, 2026), you can omit submitting these documents. For details, please see here (PDF).
You are required to submit documents that can confirm that the applicant is the legal guardian of the child.
However, if you received a grant decision in FY2025 and there are no changes to your FY2026 application details (applicant's name and address, child's name and address, head of household and whether they live together), and you apply during the first grant application period (May 27, 2026 to June 30, 2026), you can omit submitting these documents.
From December 2, 2024, the system will shift to using My Number Cards as health insurance cards, and new health insurance cards will no longer be issued. Health insurance cards valid as of December 2 can be used as insurance cards until their expiration date, but they cannot be used as proof of eligibility. From December 2 onwards, it will be possible to use a health insurance eligibility confirmation certificate as proof of eligibility.
For details, please see here. -
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2 identification documents of applicant
[For one of the two items, please submit an identification document marked with a ★]
・★Copy of household resident record
[Notes regarding household resident registration]
- Must be issued within the last 3 months at the time of application
- Do not omit head of household or relationship
- No My Number/Resident Registration Code/Registered Domicile listed
If your My Number (individual number), resident registration code, or registered domicile is included, please mask it before attaching the document. A resident registration certificate without masking will be considered an incomplete document.
・★Driver's license (copy of front and back)
・★My number card (copy of front)
・Health insurance eligibility confirmation (copy)
※ Must be valid as of the application date・Passport (photo page)
*Please mask any documents other than your residence certificate.Learn more about masking
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Driver's license (copy of front and back)
There are no areas that need masking. -
Health insurance eligibility confirmation (copy)
Please mask the insurer symbol/number/sub-number, insurer number, and QR code before attaching the document. A certificate of eligibility without masking will be considered incomplete. -
My Number Card (copy of the front)
There is no masking required, but only the front side needs to be uploaded. Uploading the back side will result in the document being considered incomplete. -
Passport (photo page)
There are no areas that need masking.
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2
One document that confirms that the applicant is the child's parent, etc. (Only for those who selected other than household residence record in step 1)
・Children's health insurance eligibility confirmation (copy)
※Valid as of the application date・Child's medical certificate
*Please submit documents that include the names of both the applicant and the child.
*If the applicant is a minor's guardian or someone other than a parent with parental authority, please contact the secretariat.
If you received a grant decision in FY2025 and there are no changes to your FY2026 application details (applicant's name and address, child's name and address, head of household and whether they live together), and you apply during the first grant application period (May 27, 2026 to June 30, 2026), you may omit submitting this document. -
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1 document that can confirm the child's address (only for those who selected other than a copy of household residence certificate in step 2)
・Child's My Number Card (copy of the front)
・A copy of the child's residence certificate (issued within the last three months at the time of application)
If you have your My Number card, you can easily obtain a residence certificate card at a convenience store!My Number Card (issued at convenience stores)
*For details on operation methods, please contact each convenience store directly.
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If the applicant and child live together/if the applicant is not the head of the household
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A-Application documents
Online users
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1
Application form
*Please create it by entering information on your My Page.
-
2
Free school confirmation
This must be completed by the free school or other institution your child attends.
[Documents that must be submitted if confirmation cannot be made on the free school's website]
-
3
Documents confirming the fee structure of free schools, etc. Pamphlets, leaflets, flyers, etc.
*If the fee structure is listed on the website, please include the corresponding URL on the free school confirmation form. *Copies of documents are acceptable. *Please do not attach contracts or receipts from free schools, etc.
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4
Documents that prove that the main purpose of the organization is to support children who are not attending school Brochures, Articles of Incorporation, etc.
*If your website states that your main purpose is to support children and students who are not attending school, please include the relevant URL on the Free School etc. Confirmation Form. *Copies of documents are acceptable.
[Only submit if you are receiving subsidies for the use of free schools, etc. other than this program]
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5
A copy of a document verifying receipt of subsidies for the use of free schools, etc. other than this project
Please submit a copy of a document that confirms the subsidy amount and period, such as a grant decision.
[Submit only if there are other documents related to the application]
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6
Other documents related to the application for issuance
*Please submit only if you have other documents related to the grant application, such as if you are living in a free school dormitory or a school dormitory.
By Mail
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1
Application form (including attached form)
In the following cases ① and ②, it is necessary to submit a declaration using the attached form.
① When the person who pays the fees for the free school etc. (the applicant) and the person who can contact the school on a daily basis are different ② If the applicant and child do not live together -
2
Free school confirmation
This must be completed by the free school or other institution your child attends.
[Documents that must be submitted if confirmation cannot be made on the free school's website]
-
3
Documents confirming the fee structure of free schools, etc. Pamphlets, leaflets, flyers, etc.
*If the fee structure is listed on the website, please include the corresponding URL on the free school confirmation form. *Copies of documents are acceptable. *Please do not attach contracts or receipts from free schools, etc.
-
4
Documents that prove that the main purpose of the organization is to support children who are not attending school Brochures, Articles of Incorporation, etc.
*If your website states that your main purpose is to support children and students who are not attending school, please include the relevant URL on the Free School etc. Confirmation Form. *Copies of documents are acceptable.
[Only submit if you are receiving subsidies for the use of free schools, etc. other than this program]
-
5
A copy of a document verifying receipt of subsidies for the use of free schools, etc. other than this project
Please submit a copy of a document that confirms the subsidy amount and period, such as a grant decision.
[Submit only if there are other documents related to the application]
-
6
Other documents related to the application for issuance
*Please submit only if you have other documents related to the grant application, such as if you are living in a free school dormitory or a school dormitory.
When submitting by mail, please print out the checklist from the link below and check that you have all the necessary documents. If necessary, please print out the address sheet, attach it to the back of the envelope, and mail it to the office.
B-Required Certificates
-
When performing public personal authentication using My Number
-
Required
-
PrecautionsPlease read this before preparing your documents.
If the month in which the subsidy begins is earlier than the month in which you submit your application, you will need to submit documents confirming that both the applicant (guardian) and the child have been continuously residing in Tokyo since the month in which the subsidy begins. For details, please see here (PDF).
However, if you apply during the first application period (May 27, 2026 to June 30, 2026), you can omit submitting these documents. For details, please see here (PDF).
You are required to submit documents that can confirm that the applicant is the legal guardian of the child.
However, if you received a grant decision in FY2025 and there are no changes to your FY2026 application details (applicant's name and address, child's name and address, head of household and whether they live together), and you apply during the first grant application period (May 27, 2026 to June 30, 2026), you can omit submitting these documents.
From December 2, 2024, the system will shift to using My Number Cards as health insurance cards, and new health insurance cards will no longer be issued. Health insurance cards valid as of December 2 can be used as insurance cards until their expiration date, but they cannot be used as proof of eligibility. From December 2 onwards, it will be possible to use a health insurance eligibility confirmation certificate as proof of eligibility.
For details, please see here. -
1
Public personal authentication using My Number cards
-
-
2
One document that confirms that the applicant is the child's parent, etc.
・Family register (issued within the last three months at the time of application)
・Children's health insurance eligibility confirmation (copy)
※Valid as of the application date・Child's medical certificate
*Please submit documents that include the names of both the applicant and the child.
*If the applicant is a minor's guardian or someone other than a parent with parental authority, please contact the secretariat.
If you received a grant decision in FY2025 and there are no changes to your FY2026 application details (applicant's name and address, child's name and address, head of household and whether they live together), and you apply during the first grant application period (May 27, 2026 to June 30, 2026), you may omit submitting this document. -
3
1 document that confirms the child's address
・Child's My Number Card (copy of the front)
・A copy of the child's residence certificate (issued within the last three months at the time of application)
If you have your My Number card, you can easily obtain a residence certificate card at a convenience store!My Number Card (issued at convenience stores)
*For details on operation methods, please contact each convenience store directly.
-
-
Cases other than public personal authentication using My Number
-
Required
-
PrecautionsPlease read this before preparing your documents.
If the month in which the subsidy begins is earlier than the month in which you submit your application, you will need to submit documents confirming that both the applicant (guardian) and the child have been continuously residing in Tokyo since the month in which the subsidy begins. For details, please see here (PDF).
However, if you apply during the first application period (May 27, 2026 to June 30, 2026), you can omit submitting these documents. For details, please see here (PDF).
You are required to submit documents that can confirm that the applicant is the legal guardian of the child.
However, if you received a grant decision in FY2025 and there are no changes to your FY2026 application details (applicant's name and address, child's name and address, head of household and whether they live together), and you apply during the first grant application period (May 27, 2026 to June 30, 2026), you can omit submitting these documents.
From December 2, 2024, the system will shift to using My Number Cards as health insurance cards, and new health insurance cards will no longer be issued. Health insurance cards valid as of December 2 can be used as insurance cards until their expiration date, but they cannot be used as proof of eligibility. From December 2 onwards, it will be possible to use a health insurance eligibility confirmation certificate as proof of eligibility.
For details, please see here. -
1
2 identification documents of applicant
[For one of the two items, please submit an identification document marked with a ★]
・★Copy of household resident record
[Notes regarding household resident registration]
- Must be issued within the last 3 months at the time of application
- Do not omit head of household or relationship
- No My Number/Resident Registration Code/Registered Domicile listed
If your My Number (individual number), resident registration code, or registered domicile is included, please mask it before attaching the document. A resident registration certificate without masking will be considered an incomplete document.
・★Driver's license (copy of front and back)
・★My number card (copy of front)
・Health insurance eligibility confirmation (copy)
※ Must be valid as of the application date・Passport (photo page)
*Please mask any documents other than your residence certificate.Learn more about masking
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Driver's license (copy of front and back)
There are no areas that need masking. -
Health insurance eligibility confirmation (copy)
Please mask the insurer symbol/number/sub-number, insurer number, and QR code before attaching the document. A certificate of eligibility without masking will be considered incomplete. -
My Number Card (copy of the front)
There is no masking required, but only the front side needs to be uploaded. Uploading the back side will result in the document being considered incomplete. -
Passport (photo page)
There are no areas that need masking.
-
2
One document that confirms that the applicant is the child's parent, etc.
・Family register (issued within the last three months at the time of application)
・Children's health insurance eligibility confirmation (copy)
※Valid as of the application date・Child's medical certificate
*Please submit documents that include the names of both the applicant and the child.
*If the applicant is a minor's guardian or someone other than a parent with parental authority, please contact the secretariat.
If you received a grant decision in FY2025 and there are no changes to your FY2026 application details (applicant's name and address, child's name and address, head of household and whether they live together), and you apply during the first grant application period (May 27, 2026 to June 30, 2026), you may omit submitting this document. -
3
1 document that can confirm the child's address (only for those who selected other than household residence certificate in 1)
・Child's My Number Card (copy of the front)
・A copy of the child's residence certificate (issued within the last three months at the time of application)
If you have your My Number card, you can easily obtain a residence certificate card at a convenience store!My Number Card (issued at convenience stores)
*For details on operation methods, please contact each convenience store directly.
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If the applicant and the child do not live together
-
A-Application documents
Online users
-
1
Application form
*Please create it by entering information on your My Page.
-
2
Free school confirmation
This must be completed by the free school or other institution your child attends.
[Documents that must be submitted if confirmation cannot be made on the free school's website]
-
3
Documents confirming the fee structure of free schools, etc. Pamphlets, leaflets, flyers, etc.
*If the fee structure is listed on the website, please include the corresponding URL on the free school confirmation form. *Copies of documents are acceptable. *Please do not attach contracts or receipts from free schools, etc.
-
4
Documents that prove that the main purpose of the organization is to support children who are not attending school Brochures, Articles of Incorporation, etc.
*If your website states that your main purpose is to support children and students who are not attending school, please include the relevant URL on the Free School etc. Confirmation Form. *Copies of documents are acceptable.
[Only submit if you are receiving subsidies for the use of free schools, etc. other than this program]
-
5
A copy of a document verifying receipt of subsidies for the use of free schools, etc. other than this project
Please submit a copy of a document that confirms the subsidy amount and period, such as a grant decision.
[Submit only if there are other documents related to the application]
-
6
Other documents related to the application for issuance
*Please submit only if you have other documents related to the grant application, such as if you are living in a free school dormitory or a school dormitory.
By Mail
-
1
Application form (including attached form)
In the following cases ① and ②, it is necessary to submit a declaration using the attached form.
① When the person who pays the fees for the free school etc. (the applicant) and the person who can contact the school on a daily basis are different ② If the applicant and child do not live together -
2
Free school confirmation
This must be completed by the free school or other institution your child attends.
[Documents that must be submitted if confirmation cannot be made on the free school's website]
-
3
Documents confirming the fee structure of free schools, etc. Pamphlets, leaflets, flyers, etc.
*If the fee structure is listed on the website, please include the corresponding URL on the free school confirmation form. *Copies of documents are acceptable. *Please do not attach contracts or receipts from free schools, etc.
-
4
Documents that prove that the main purpose of the organization is to support children who are not attending school Brochures, Articles of Incorporation, etc.
*If your website states that your main purpose is to support children and students who are not attending school, please include the relevant URL on the Free School etc. Confirmation Form. *Copies of documents are acceptable.
[Only submit if you are receiving subsidies for the use of free schools, etc. other than this program]
-
5
A copy of a document verifying receipt of subsidies for the use of free schools, etc. other than this project
Please submit a copy of a document that confirms the subsidy amount and period, such as a grant decision.
[Submit only if there are other documents related to the application]
-
6
Other documents related to the application for issuance
*Please submit only if you have other documents related to the grant application, such as if you are living in a free school dormitory or a school dormitory.
When submitting by mail, please print out the checklist from the link below and check that you have all the necessary documents. If necessary, please print out the address sheet, attach it to the back of the envelope, and mail it to the office.
B-Required Certificates
-
When performing public personal authentication using My Number
-
Required
-
PrecautionsPlease read this before preparing your documents.
If the month in which the subsidy begins is earlier than the month in which you submit your application, you will need to submit documents confirming that both the applicant (guardian) and the child have been continuously residing in Tokyo since the month in which the subsidy begins. For details, please see here (PDF).
However, if you apply during the first application period (May 27, 2026 to June 30, 2026), you can omit submitting these documents. For details, please see here (PDF).
You are required to submit documents that can confirm that the applicant is the legal guardian of the child.
However, if you received a grant decision in FY2025 and there are no changes to your FY2026 application details (applicant's name and address, child's name and address, head of household and whether they live together), and you apply during the first grant application period (May 27, 2026 to June 30, 2026), you can omit submitting these documents.
From December 2, 2024, the system will shift to using My Number Cards as health insurance cards, and new health insurance cards will no longer be issued. Health insurance cards valid as of December 2 can be used as insurance cards until their expiration date, but they cannot be used as proof of eligibility. From December 2 onwards, it will be possible to use a health insurance eligibility confirmation certificate as proof of eligibility.
For details, please see here. -
1
Public personal authentication using My Number cards
-
-
2
One document that confirms that the applicant is the child's parent, etc.
・Family register (issued within the last three months at the time of application)
・Children's health insurance eligibility confirmation (copy)
※Valid as of the application date・Child's medical certificate
*Please submit documents that include the names of both the applicant and the child.
*If the applicant is a minor's guardian or someone other than a parent with parental authority, please contact the secretariat.
If you received a grant decision in FY2025 and there are no changes to your FY2026 application details (applicant's name and address, child's name and address, head of household and whether they live together), and you apply during the first grant application period (May 27, 2026 to June 30, 2026), you may omit submitting this document. -
3
1 document that confirms the child's address
・Child's My Number Card (copy of the front)
・A copy of the child's residence certificate (issued within the last three months at the time of application)
If you have your My Number card, you can easily obtain a residence certificate card at a convenience store!My Number Card (issued at convenience stores)
*For details on operation methods, please contact each convenience store directly.
-
-
Cases other than public personal authentication using My Number
-
Required
-
PrecautionsPlease read this before preparing your documents.
If the month in which the subsidy begins is earlier than the month in which you submit your application, you will need to submit documents confirming that both the applicant (guardian) and the child have been continuously residing in Tokyo since the month in which the subsidy begins. For details, please see here (PDF).
However, if you apply during the first application period (May 27, 2026 to June 30, 2026), you can omit submitting these documents. For details, please see here (PDF).
You are required to submit documents that can confirm that the applicant is the legal guardian of the child.
However, if you received a grant decision in FY2025 and there are no changes to your FY2026 application details (applicant's name and address, child's name and address, head of household and whether they live together), and you apply during the first grant application period (May 27, 2026 to June 30, 2026), you can omit submitting these documents.
From December 2, 2024, the system will shift to using My Number Cards as health insurance cards, and new health insurance cards will no longer be issued. Health insurance cards valid as of December 2 can be used as insurance cards until their expiration date, but they cannot be used as proof of eligibility. From December 2 onwards, it will be possible to use a health insurance eligibility confirmation certificate as proof of eligibility.
For details, please see here. -
1
2 identification documents of applicant
[For one of the two items, please submit an identification document marked with a ★]
・★Copy of applicant's residence card (within 3 months from the date of issue at the time of application)
・★Driver's license (copy of front and back)
・★My number card (copy of front)
・Health insurance eligibility confirmation (copy)
※ Must be valid as of the application date・Passport (photo page)
*Please mask any documents other than your residence certificate.Learn more about masking
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Driver's license (copy of front and back)
There are no areas that need masking. -
Health insurance eligibility confirmation (copy)
Please mask the insurer symbol/number/sub-number, insurer number, and QR code before attaching the document. A certificate of eligibility without masking will be considered incomplete. -
My Number Card (copy of the front)
There is no masking required, but only the front side needs to be uploaded. Uploading the back side will result in the document being considered incomplete. -
Passport (photo page)
There are no areas that need masking.
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2
One document that confirms that the applicant is the child's parent, etc.
・Family register (issued within the last three months at the time of application)
・Children's health insurance eligibility confirmation (copy)
※Valid as of the application date・Child's medical certificate
*Please submit documents that include the names of both the applicant and the child.
*If the applicant is a minor's guardian or someone other than a parent with parental authority, please contact the secretariat.
If you received a grant decision in FY2025 and there are no changes to your FY2026 application details (applicant's name and address, child's name and address, head of household and whether they live together), and you apply during the first grant application period (May 27, 2026 to June 30, 2026), you may omit submitting this document. -
3
1 document that confirms the child's address
・Child's My Number Card (copy of the front)
・A copy of the child's residence certificate (issued within the last three months at the time of application)
If you have your My Number card, you can easily obtain a residence certificate card at a convenience store!My Number Card (issued at convenience stores)
*For details on operation methods, please contact each convenience store directly.
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How to use the identity verification app using my number card
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*Only available to those who apply online
The public personal authentication service uses the electronic certificate embedded in the IC chip of the My Number card (My Number is not used) when making an online application.
- The applicant himself/herself applied
- No one is impersonating you
- The application details have not been falsified, etc.
This is a service that officially provides safe and reliable identity verification.
- Download the dedicated app
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Click here if you are using Android
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Click here if you are using an iPhone/iPad.
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- Authenticate by holding your My Number card over the dedicated app
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- You can apply without attaching any identification documents. *You must submit a copy of your residence card.
How to mask documents *If any required documents contain information such as your My Number (personal number) or health insurance number, please mask them (make them invisible).
What is masking?
This is to process the data so that characters, etc. cannot be distinguished.
- For online applications: Cover the relevant part with a sticky note or similar before taking the photo, or take the photo and then paint over the relevant part with a paint program or similar.
- For paper applications: Please cover the relevant areas with a permanent marker or other indelible pen.
Document masking is required in the following cases:
- Copy of residence certificate: If you have obtained a document that includes your My Number, resident's certificate code, or registered domicile
- Identification documents: All those who do not use the dedicated app authentication and submit identification documents
Topics that require masking
| Health insurance eligibility confirmation document *Valid as of the application date |
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| Insured person code, number, and subnumber |
| Insurance number |
| 2D barcode |
| My Number Card |
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| personal number *Only the front page is required as it is written on the back page |
| Residence certificate (if your My Number, Resident's card code, and registered domicile are listed) |
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| My Number (Personal Number) |
| Residence certificate code |
| Domicile |
| Bankbook・Online Bank Statement・ Cash Card |
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| Credit card number *For cash cards with a credit card |
Masking Examples
Health insurance eligibility confirmation certificate
(Reference: How to check your health insurance symbol and number)
My Number Card
Only the front side needs to be uploaded Do not upload the back side
A cash card with a credit card
Credit card numbers only
must be masked
If your My Number (individual number), resident registration code, or registered domicile is included, please mask it before attaching the document. A resident registration certificate without masking will be considered an incomplete document.
[Reference] How to print forms at convenience stores, etc.
[Application by Mail] For those who do not have a printer
If you do not have a printer at home and have difficulty preparing application forms, there are services that allow you to print them at convenience stores. If you have a My Number card, there is also a service that allows you to print a copy of residence certificate. *A fee applies for use.
Please check the website of each convenience store for information on how to use the service. If you have any questions regarding online printing, please contact the convenience store directly. *Our office will not be able to respond to this matter.
■ Seven-Eleven
■FamilyMart, Lawson, Ministop, Poplar Group
