Last updated 2026-06-15
General visa to Japan
General purpose visa
Travel purpose:
Study
, long stay
, other
Visa overview
Issued to foreigners entering Japan for purposes other than work, for periods longer than three months. The purpose of stay may include engaging in cultural activities, attending training or study programs, or joining a family member residing in Japan. If the applicant wishes to work part-time, they must apply for permission.
Consular fee
¥3,000 (~$19)
Select the purpose of your visit
The selected purpose of the visit determines the visa's cost, processing times, and the list of required supporting documents. The purpose of the visit is often specified in the application form alongside the visa type or category and may also be indicated directly on the visa itself.
Visa for cultural activities
Eligible individuals
Japanese culture researcher, practitioner of traditional skills
Visa validity period:
3 months
Duration of stay:
from 3 months to 3 years
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
¥3,000 (~$19)
Student visa
Eligible individuals
Student, university student, college student, pre-college student
Visa validity period:
3 months
Duration of stay:
from 3 months to 4 years 3 months
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
¥3,000 (~$19)
Training visa
Eligible individuals
Trainee
Visa validity period:
3 months
Duration of stay:
from 3 months to 1 year
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
¥3,000 (~$19)
Dependent visa
Eligible individuals
Spouse, child of a foreigner with working visa, family
Visa validity period:
3 months
Duration of stay:
from 3 months to 5 years
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
¥3,000 (~$19)