Do I need to be living in Japan to renew my Japanese Driver Licence?

Question

It expires next year, but I don't think I'll be living in Japan at the time.

Thanks.

Answer 1

i think so...

Answer 2

I think you will have to be in Japan to renew it . with a local address

Answer 3

According to this, yes, you do.

Take a look:

"Renewal of Japanese Driver's Licence

Every three or five years, you have to renew your Japanese driver's licence.

Renewals have to take place within one month either side of your birthday as

written on your licence. At the time of renewal, you have to take an eye

examination and attend a safe driving lecture."

http://www.town.kutchan.hokkaido.jp/uplo...

Hope that helps!

Answer 4

I doubt you'll need one if you're not going to be living there. Just make sure to get it renewed before it expires for whatever location you're going to be at to make things simple.