Dependent recognition for ages 19 to under 23: annual income requirement raised from under JPY 1.3 million to under JPY 1.5 millionFor a college-age child’s part-time income, the dependent limit is now JPY 1.5 million
The annual income requirement for recognizing dependents has changed from under JPY 1.3 million to under JPY 1.5 million for people aged 19 to under 23 (excluding the insured person’s spouse). It applies where the dependent recognition date is on or after October 1, 2025 (Reiwa 7). Other requirements, such as the income conditions for living together or apart, are unchanged.To be covered as a “dependent” under a family member’s health insurance, there is a limit on your income for one year. For children aged 19 to 22, this limit was raised from JPY 1.3 million to JPY 1.5 million.
BeforeFrom October 1, 2025 (Reiwa 7)
Annual incomeUnder JPY 1.3 millionUnder JPY 1.5 million
If living togetherLess than half of the supporter’s incomeNo change
If living apartLess than the amount sent by the supporterNo change
Age determination-As of December 31 of the year of the recognition date