Fukuoka Children's Information

Fukuoka City Childcare Information Site

Updated: October 2026, 05

Online application for facility usage fees (for those using unlicensed childcare facilities, etc.)

If you use an unlicensed childcare facility (excluding corporate-run childcare facilities), you can use the Cabinet Office's My Number Portal (Pitto Service) to complete various procedures related to free childcare for children in the 3-5 year old class who require childcare, and children in the 0-2 year old class from households that are exempt from resident tax.

This page is for those who have been approved for facility use benefits.requestThis is the application page.
Please note that this is different from the free childcare fees for the second child onwards (certification of benefits for large families).

If you have not received facility use benefit certification,Apply for certification here is required.
This applies to second or subsequent children aged 0-2 (households subject to resident tax) who live in Fukuoka City and require childcare at unlicensed childcare facilities (including corporate-run childcare facilities)Free childcare fees for second and subsequent children(Certification of benefits for large families)Claims TheCLICK HERE.

How to use and required documents

Please check the following page in advance for information on the application process and required documents.
Procedures for free early childhood education and childcare (for those using unlicensed childcare facilities, etc.)

Regarding facility usage fees

The free childcare benefit will be paid up to the maximum amount if the guardian of a certified child uses a facility that is eligible for the free childcare benefit and pays the childcare fees during the validity period of the certification.

Benefit details and monthly maximum amount

Class (age range)Certification divisionMonthly limit
3 to 5 year oldsFacility use benefits No. 2 Certification¥37,000
0 to 2 year oldsFacility use benefits No. 3 Certification¥42,000

Points to note

  • The recipient of the benefit is the amount paid to the facility, etc.Childcare fees only.* Transportation costs, food costs, event costs, etc. are not covered.
  • Childcare fees cannot be claimed for facilities or businesses that are not eligible for free childcare.
  • If the certification period starts or ends in the middle of a month, or if you move in or out of a municipality,The monthly limit is calculated on a pro rata basis..

Facility Use Benefit Claim Schedule

What you need to submit a claim

Eligible usage feesReception period(Effective postmark on the day)Scheduled payment date
The FirstApril to May8 January 6st-January 2rdAround the end of May 8
The SecondApril to May8 January 8st-January 1rdAround the end of May 8
XNUMXrdApril to May8 January 10st-January 1rdAround the end of May 8
4thApril to May8 January 12st-January 1rdAround the end of May 9
XNUMXthApril to MayFebruary 2nd to February 16th, 2020Around the end of May 9
6thApril to May9 January 4st-January 1rdAround the end of May 9
  • Receipt/Proof of Use (Document issued by the facility you used: To make the application process smoother, save it as a PDF or photo before applying.)
  • Documents that can verify your account number, etc. (copies of bankbooks, cash cards, etc.: if you save them as PDFs or photos before applying, the application will go more smoothly.)
  • My Number Card with a valid digital signature certificate (belonging to the parent/guardian of the child applying online)
  • PIN for the digital signature certificate (6 to 16 alphanumeric characters)
  • A smartphone or card reader that can read My Number cards (if applying via computer or tablet)

Apply for facility usage fees

If you need a copy of your application, after submitting your application data, click "Download copy" and save it.After submitting your application data, if you close the page, you will no longer be able to download it.

An application form will be created by filling out the dedicated form. (There is no need to upload application data.)Submit only the other required documents by uploading them in the application form.please.

Inquiries regarding this page

Department: Child Future Bureau, Childcare Support Department, Operational Support Division
Address:1-8-1, Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka
TEL:092-711-4245
FAX: 092-733-5718
MAIL:uneishien.CB@city.fukuoka.lg.jp