Switching from foreign's license to Japanese license via ZIPLUS

Guide for Switching Driver's License to a Japanese License

Foreign Driver's License holder.
We issue the translations
to support
foreign license conversion

Ziplus Co., Ltd. is a corporation that supports approximately 1,500 people a year* in the creation of translated texts.

We issue translations as designated by the National Public Safety Commission. *FY2023

Available area

United States (50 states)
China
Hong Kong
Ukraine
Philippines
Taiwan
Vietnam
Myanmar
Nepal

*Ukraine driver's license must have English notation.

To convert your Foreign Driver's license
in a  Japanese Driver's license.

If you have foreign driver's license,You can drive in Japan.
Translation procedures can be applied through Ziplus.

Flow of foreign license switching

1

confirmation of foreign license

2

document preparation

here
The translation is
Is required

3

book an audit

4

examination

5

aptitude test

6

knowledge check

7

skill check

8

driver's license issuance

Service overview

Ziplus Co., Ltd. can issue translations of Driver's License for some countries and regions.

4 services

Cost 6,000 yen(tax included)

*Letter Pack Plus: 520 yen (shipping fee)

Convenience store printing fees are free.

Speed 3 to 4 days*1

Depending on the inquiry and the situation of the translator,
There is a possibility that you will receive the date.

online application to payment,
All online

You can print out your translation at your local convenience store.

*FamilyMart, Poplar, Lawson (excluding some stores)

Support phone, email

We will support you on how to apply for translations, etc. (Foreign languages available)

  • Translation desk ☎ 050-1731-8335
  • *During busy times, you may have to wait.
    Please note.
  • [Weekdays] 10:30-18:30 [Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays] 9:30-17:30
  • (Excluding year-end and New Year holidays)
*1 Excludes year-end and New Year holidays and temporary closures. In addition, depending on the inquiry and the situation of the translator, it may takes few more days.

notice

2023.12.19 For those who obtained a Taiwanese Driver's License on or after June 30, 2023

If you obtain a "small vehicle license" after June 30, 2023, you will not be able to drive a regular motorized bicycle.
To drive a regular motorized bicycle, you need to switch to a regular license.
For more information, please contact your local license center or police.

2024.1.31 From February 1, 2024, we will start issuing translated versions of [Nepal] driving Driver's License.
2024.1.31 We have opened a dedicated translation hotline. ☎050-1731-8335

Please note that you may have to wait during busy times.
[Weekdays] 10:30-18:30 [Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays] 9:30-17:30 *Excluding year-end and New Year holidays

FAQ

Q. How long does it take for the translation to arrive?
A.

It will be shipped 3-4 days after your application.

Q. How will the translation be delivered?
A.

It is delivered by "Letter Pack Plus".
A signature is required upon receipt. It will be received face-to-face. If you are not at home, you will probably find an "absent note" in the post, so please check it and follow the procedures for redelivery yourself.

Q. Does the signature have to be the person on the driver's Driver's License?
A.

It is also possible to receive the signature of a proxy.

Q.  I did not receive the translation due to a time conflict and the storage deadline seems to have passed. Can you send it to me again?
A.

fine. However, please note that re-delivery after the second time will be shipped by cash on delivery.

Apply/Inquiry

We can assist you with requests for translations, purchasing videos for foreign driver's license conversion, etc.
Corporations and organizations are also welcome to contact us.

Translation hotline: 050-1731-8335

Please note that you may have to wait if it is crowded.
Please note.
[Weekdays] 10:30-18:30 [Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays] 9:30-17:30
*Excluding the New Year holidays