Description of the visa, its purpose, conditions, peculiarities of issuance, and guidelines for utilization.
Foreigners belonging to certain nations or those residing in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Taiwan, UK, US, Hong Kong, Macao, South Korea or UAE, who wish to travel to Japan for tourism for a short-term period (up to 90 days) can apply for a visa online and receive an electronic visa (eVISA) through the JAPAN eVISA system.
The primary characteristics that define the conditions for obtaining and using a visa. These conditions may vary depending on the individual circumstances of the applicant and the decision of the immigration authorities of the country.
3 months
Visa validity period
The period during which the visa remains valid and can be used for entry into the country. The validity period or expiration date is indicated directly on the visa itself.
The validity period of a Japanese single-entry visa is the period during which the applicant must enter the country: the visa holder has the right to enter Japan at any time before its expiration. The decision on the validity period of the visa is made at the consulate based on the documentary evidence provided by the applicant and does not depend directly on the applicant. The validity period of a single-entry visa is usually three months. Upon entry into Japan, a Landing Permission stamp is placed by a Japanese immigration officer, and the visa is reset. This stamp is the legal basis for a foreigner's stay in Japan.
from 15 days to 3 months
Duration of stay
The maximum duration for which one is permitted to stay in the country continuously from the date of entry.
The decision on the applicant's length of stay for a single entry is made at the consulate based on the documentary evidence provided by the foreign citizen and does not depend directly on the applicant. The length of stay on a short-term visa can be 15 days, 30 days, or 90 days.
from 1 day to 6 months
Extension of stay
The extension of the maximum duration of stay in the country initially permitted by the visa, subject to approval by the immigration authorities. This is typically processed within the country without the need for departure.
If a foreign national wishes to stay in Japan for a longer period, he or she must apply for an extension of stay at the regional immigration bureau before the initial period of stay expires. The extension period will depend on the individual situation of the applicant. Generally, the maximum period is 3 months. An extension request may, however, be rejected.
single-entry
The possibility of entering the country only once during the visa's validity period. After departure from the country with such a visa, re-entry is not possible, even if the visa's validity period has not yet expired.
Number of entries
A parameter specifying the number of times the visa holder can enter the country during its validity period. Visas can be single-entry, multiple-entry, or with a specified number of entries.
This visa allows one entry into the country.
from 5 days to 10 days
Processing time
The period during which the immigration authorities review the application and make a decision regarding the issuance of the visa. Only business days are counted, excluding weekends and public holidays.
The standard processing time for such a visa, in the absence of problems with the content of the application, is five working days from the day following the date of acceptance of the application. However, this period may be extended in individual cases, especially when additional documents are required from the applicant.
¥3,000 (~$19)
Consular fee
A fee levied for the processing and evaluation of an application. This charge is non-refundable under any circumstances. In certain instances, the payment of supplementary fees may be required.
The fee may be waived or may vary depending on the applicant's nationality and the specific purpose of the visit. According to Japanese law, the visa fee is only charged if the application of a foreign national is approved. The visa fee is the official fee for processing the visa application by the Japanese embassy or consulate and does not include any additional fees that may be required depending on the location and method of application, such as visa application center fees, fees for processing permits and other documents, postal and courier delivery of documents, etc.
A list of documents required for visa application. The exact list depends on the chosen visa type, the purpose of the visit, and the individual conditions of the applicant.
The essential minimum documents required for a visa application, such as a passport or visa application form. These are necessary regardless of the location, method, or conditions of the application.
Passport
Original and photocopy of the page or pages of the passport that contain biometric data. The passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the planned data of visit and have at least two blank pages for the visa to be affixed in.
Photograph
The photo must be in color, sized 45mm × 45mm without borders, taken against a plain white background with no patterns. It should be taken in person by the applicant no more than six months before the application. The face must be clearly visible, looking straight ahead, without hats or other head coverings (except for religious reasons), and no objects should appear in the background. The photo should clearly identify the applicant, be a frontal view, and free of glare or shadows. NB: Nationals of Russia or CIS countries or Georgia need to submit two photographs.
Documents that specify, substantiate, and confirm the purpose of the visit, as well as provide necessary information about the applicant and their future activities in the country.
Flight itinerary
A copy of round-trip tickets or confirmed itinerary.
Proof of residence
Document, certificating the residence in one of the following countries: Australia, Brazil, Canada, Taiwan, United Kingdom, U.S.A., Hog Kong, Macao, South Korea or UAE. The requirement does not apply to citizens of Cambodia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, India, Indonesia, and Mongolia.
Documents required vary depending on individual circumstances, specific visa conditions, the place, and the method of application.
Proof of accommodation
Documents that clarify where the applicant will reside in Japan for at least six months.
Bank statement
Details of applicant's bank statement for the last six months.
Personal invitation
If the applicant is going to stay with friends or family, a letter of invitation from the host in Japan.
Tourist voucher
A copy of the tourist voucher issued to the applicant by a tourist company or hotel in Japan approved by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
*Foreign official documents must be apostilled and legalized in accordance with the regulations of the country whose consular or diplomatic mission they are being submitted to. Additionally, they must be accompanied by a certified translation into the official language of that country or into English, unless otherwise specified by the mission's requirements.
**Prior to submitting the documents, it is strongly advised to verify the specific procedures and requirements with the relevant mission.
The minimum criteria that each visa applicant must meet. If these criteria are not met, justifications and convincing evidence of intent to visit the country must be provided.
Clear purposes of the visit and documents confirming them, in accordance with the visa conditions.
Sufficient means to support oneself and their dependents for the duration of their stay in the country.
The applicant does not pose a threat to public order, internal security, public health or international relations of the country.
The characteristics of a visa according to its classification by types, categories, and visit purposes. These are selected by the applicant during the application process, typically indicated on the visa application form and reflected in corresponding annotations on the visa itself.
Type of visa
The primary purpose of the visa and the conditions under which it is issued. This typically includes several general categories of visas and/or visit purposes based on the type of activity or reasons for entering the country.
eVisa
Category
The classification within a visa type that specifies more specific conditions, characteristics of obtaining, and using the visa. Categories may vary in terms of duration, stay conditions, and the rights granted by the visa.
eVisa
Links to official resources upon which the information presented on the website is based. Information portals of government bodies or diplomatic representations of the country responsible for visa issuance and immigration policy in general.
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The main categories of individuals for whom the visa is intended and who it is best suited for.
Tourist, visitor, relative, friend, family
Last updated 2026-03-17