Translation guide
In Japanese, the concept of an 'application form' is expressed through several words that differ by context, formality, and medium. The most common and versatile term is 申請書 (shinseisho), used for official written applications. For online or digital forms, 申込フォーム (mōshikomi fōmu) is typical. Other terms like 願書 (gansho) are specific to school or exam applications, while 申込書 (mōshikomisho) is used for subscriptions and registrations.
A formal document submitted to an authority or institution to request something, such as a visa, license, or permit.
The standard term for a formal written application form. Used for official procedures like visa applications, permits, and government services.
ビザの申請書を提出してください。
Please submit the visa application form.
申請書に必要事項を記入する。
Fill out the required information on the application form.
Used for applications related to services, subscriptions, or event registrations. Less formal than 申請書 and often used in commercial contexts.
クレジットカードの申込書を送ってください。
Please send me the credit card application form.
A form used to apply for admission to a school, university, or to take an examination.
Specifically used for applications to educational institutions or exams. It carries a sense of personal request or petition.
大学の願書を取り寄せる。
Request a university application form.
願書の締め切りは来週です。
The application deadline is next week.
A web-based or electronic form for applications, registrations, or sign-ups.
Commonly used for online application forms on websites. Combines 申込 (application) with the loanword フォーム (form).
ウェブサイトの申込フォームからお申し込みください。
Please apply using the application form on the website.
Used for online official applications, similar to 申請書 but in digital format.
オンラインで申請フォームを入力する。
Fill out the online application form.
A form to join a club, gym, or subscribe to a service.
Specifically for membership applications. 入会 means 'joining' or 'enrollment'.
ジムの入会申込書にサインする。
Sign the gym membership application form.
General term that can also be used for subscriptions and memberships when context is clear.
雑誌の定期購読の申込書を送る。
Send the subscription application form for the magazine.
A form used when applying for a job, often part of a company's hiring process.
Commonly used for job application forms. 応募 means 'application' (for a job or contest) and 用紙 means 'form' or 'blank'.
応募用紙に履歴書を添付する。
Attach your resume to the job application form.
申請書 is for official, often government-related applications (visa, permit). 申込書 is for commercial services, subscriptions, or event registrations. 願書 is specifically for educational institutions or exams. Using the wrong term can sound odd; for example, 願書 for a credit card application would be inappropriate.
When referring to online forms, it's common to use the loanword フォーム (form) combined with 申込 or 申請. For example, 申込フォーム is widely understood for web-based applications.
Often used for new graduate recruitment in Japan. It's a specific type of application form with essay questions.
エントリーシートの提出期限は明日です。
The deadline for submitting the application form is tomorrow.