Booking a Foreign License Conversion at Hirabari (Aichi)

愛知県警察 ／ 外国免許切替審査

To convert a foreign license in Aichi, you book a conversion examination at Hirabari or Higashi-Mikawa. This page covers how to book and how to find open slots.

Aichi releases slots on a first-come basis through the Graffer booking system. They fill up quickly, so timing really matters.

How to book

1. Open the Aichi Police Graffer booking page.
2. Search for the foreign license conversion examination.
3. Pick an open slot at Hirabari or Higashi-Mikawa.
4. Follow the prompts to apply and confirm your booking.

What to prepare

• Residence card
• Passport (showing your entry and exit history)
• Your foreign driver's license
• A Japanese translation of the license (issued by JAF, your embassy, or similar)
• Certificate of residence (juminhyo)
• ID photo

Document requirements can change. Check the latest details on the Aichi Police website.

Tips for getting a slot

• Checking both Hirabari and Higashi-Mikawa makes it easier to find an opening.
• New slots are sometimes added, so frequent checks help.
• Have your documents ready early.

Frequently asked questions

Can I go to either Hirabari or Higashi-Mikawa?

Both venues handle the conversion examination, so you can choose whichever has an opening.

Which booking system is used?

Graffer (Kurashi no Tetsuzuki).

How do I avoid missing a slot?

Yoyatto watches both venues and notifies you as soon as a slot opens.

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