NationalPension
National Pension Special Exemption for Domestic Violence Victims
配偶者からの暴力を受けた方の国民年金保険料の特例免除
In short: If you live apart from an abusive spouse, your premium exemption is judged on your own income, not your spouse's.People living at a different address from a spouse who committed domestic violence; full or partial exemption if your own prior-year income is below the limit, regardless of the spouse's income (head of household may still be assessed). Students eligible for the student deferral are excluded.(Source: www.nenkin.go.jp, verified on 2026-10-15)
Validity: Current per nenkin page (updated 2026-08-03). Verified on 2026-10-15. Official source: https://www.nenkin.go.jp/service/kokunen/menjo/20150402-02.html
- Residence-status rule — not stated on source; confirm with office.
Who qualifies
- People living at a different address from a spouse who committed domestic violence; full or partial exemption if your own prior-year income is below the limit, regardless of the spouse's income (head of household may still be assessed). Students eligible for the student deferral are excluded. [official source · verified on 2026-10-15]
Conditions by topic
| Age | Not stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office. |
|---|---|
| Income | Own prior-year income below the limit. [official source · verified on 2026-10-15] |
| Household | Not stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office. |
| Child age | Not stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office. |
| Residence in Japan | Not stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office. |
| Residence in Tokyo / municipality | Not stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office. |
| Work / insurance type | National Pension Category 1. [official source · verified on 2026-10-15] |
| Disability | Not stated in the sources we checked — confirm with the office. |
Residence status
Not stated in the official sources we checked — unknown.
Residence status is not stated on the official page; it applies to National Pension Category 1 insured persons.
Where to apply
- First contact your nearest pension office, and apply there. [official source · verified on 2026-10-15]
Find addresses in the office finder.
Deadlines
- The exemption covers July to June each year; apply every year. [official source · verified on 2026-10-15]
Documents
- Exemption application form; statement that you live apart and proof of your residence; for the first application only, a certificate of protection from a women's support centre or spousal violence support centre; basic pension number document or My Number card (or My Number proof + ID such as residence card). [official source · verified on 2026-10-15]
Phone / counter phrases
すみません、DV被害者の国民年金保険料の特例免除について伺いたいのですが、対象になるか、何を持っていけばよいか教えていただけますか。
Hello. I would like to ask about the pension exemption for domestic violence victims. Am I eligible, and what documents should I bring?
すみません、もう少しゆっくり話していただけますか。
Sumimasen, mō sukoshi yukkuri hanashite itadakemasu ka.
Sorry, could you please speak a little more slowly?
Generic phrases for practical help, not official wording.