Japan Tourist Visa

Whether you need a visa to visit Japan for tourism depends entirely on your citizenship.

1. Visa-Exempt Nationalities

Citizens of over 70 countries and regions—including the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the UK, and EU nations—do not need a tourist visa for short-term stays (up to 90 days).

• Requirements at Entry:

  • Passport valid for your duration of stay.

  • Proof of onward/return flight ticket.

  • Registration on Visit Japan Web (optional but recommended to streamline immigration and customs arrival).

2. Visa-Required Nationalities & JAPAN eVISA

If you hold a passport from a country that requires a visa (e.g., India, China, Philippines, Vietnam):

• JAPAN eVISA System: Passport holders residing in eligible countries (e.g., US, Canada, UK, Australia, Brazil, India, among others) can apply online for a Single-Entry Short-Term Tourism Visa (up to 90 days) directly through the official JAPAN eVISA portal.

• Embassy/Consulate Application: If you are not eligible for the eVISA or require a multiple-entry visa, you must submit your application to your nearest Japanese Embassy or Consulate.

Key Application Documents Required:

• Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages)

• Completed visa application form & recent passport photo

• Daily flight and travel itinerary

• Proof of hotel reservations

• Proof of sufficient financial funds (recent bank statements)