I had my permanent visa denied. I’ve been living in Japan for almost ten years, never delayed any payments, all taxes and insurances paid on time. I’ve devoted a decade to this country, giving my best to fit in. However, when I finally applied for a permanent visa, it was rejected.
Even though my wife is a descendant, her family has a permanent visa, and we had all the necessary guarantees and documentation, we were still denied. I know I can try again in some time, but it’s so frustrating to go through this.
With my foreigner face, I know I don’t fit in here, regardless of having N1 or working hard as a full-time employee. I actively participate in community organizations, trying to feel like a part of it and be accepted as a law-abiding citizen. I was rejected by someone who, with a stamp, denied me a future with my own home and the stability I seek in the country, without fear of my next resident visa being denied (it may sound trivial, but it haunts me). I’m extremely frustrated, and this rejection by the Japanese immigration after all these years triggered a depressive episode I hadn’t experienced in years.
It makes me want to give up everything and start anew in another country (going back to my home country isn’t an option because my home country is Brazil, which is basically hell on earth).