Tokyo‘s Setagaya Ward has announced that it will issue certificates of residence to same-sex couples using new wording that is equivalent to a common-law marriage between a man and a woman. Currently, the wording on the certificates is either “cohabitant” or ”has connection.” However, starting in November, the ward will use the terms “husband (unregistered)” or “wife (unregistered)” for same-sex couples who request these certificates. Mayor Nobuto Hosaka made this announcement during a regular meeting of the ward assembly. He mentioned that he had instructed relevant departments to study the system’s design back in June. Setagaya Ward, with its population of 920,000 and implementation of the Partnership Oath System, considers this move significant. The ward is currently making preparations for issuing these certificates smoothly. To be eligible for these certificates, same-sex couples must be residents of Setagaya Ward and registered in the Partnership Oath System with either the metropolitan government or the ward itself. Couples can apply for these certificates at various locations within Setagaya Ward, including both its main office and branch offices.
Setagaya Ward in Tokyo to Issue Residence Certificates for Same-sex Couples, Following Common-law Marriage Guidelines
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