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Electronic Visa System for Japan

The electronic visa system for Japan (Japan eVISA) is an electronic visa which will allows eligible nationalities to travel to Japan by air for short stays for tourism.

The Japanese government has implemented the Japan online visa in order to make it easier for eligible citizens to visit the country. It also strengthens immigration controls, and reduces visa application workloads at Japanese diplomatic missions.

The Japan tourist visa online is a single entry visa and allows holders a maximum tourist stay of 90 days. It is valid to enter Japan for 3 months from the day after approval.

The Japan visa online is currently available to Chinese citizens, as well as visa-required passport holders and residents of over 10 other countries. 

In order to apply for the Japanese visa online, it is necessary to complete the simple electronic visa application form for Japan. You can fill in the Japan visa online application form in just a few minutes.

Applicants need to supply basic personal and passport information, and travel details. They also need to answer a few security-related questions.

Those eligible for the eVISA for Japan who wish to stay in the country for longer periods and purposes such as to work and study should contact their nearest Japanese Embassy or Consulate for further information.

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Electronic visa for tourism purposes
Permits a 90-day stay
Grants a single entry to Japan by air
Valid for 3 months to enter Japan
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Japan eVISA Requirements

To meet the Japan eVISA requirements, applicants are expected to have:

  • Passport from an eligible country valid for at least 3 months from intended arrival date
  • Photo of the applicant, passport-style and taken within the last 6 months
  •  Email address to receive notifications and th eVISA approval notice

Depending on your nationality, you may need to meet additional Japan visa requirements for supporting documents. This will be indicated when you are completing the online application. 

Applicants living in the UK or Singapore can pay the eVISA online using a credit or debit card. However, if you reside in another county, you need to pay the fee at your nearest Japanese embassy or consulate.

The Japan online visa requirements also state that it is mandatory to display the approved eVISA notice on a mobile device at your departure airport to board your plane.

A print-out or screenshot of the eVISA approval notice is not accepted. If you are unable to show the original notice on a device, you need to apply for a visa at the nearest Japanese diplomatic office.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Japan Visa FAQ

  • Do I need an eVISA to go to Japan?

    Travelers can use the visa checker above to check if they are required to apply for an eVISA to go to Japan.

  • What is the Japan visa online (eVISA)?

    The Japan eVISA is an electronic visa which allows eligible citizens to travel to Japan for short stays for tourism.

  • How much is the Japan eVISA?

    The cost of the Japan eVISA varies depending on your nationality. The total fee will be indicated on the payment page when you submit the application.

  • What is the validity of the eVISA to Japan?

    The online visa for Japan will be valid for 3 months to enter Japan from the day after approval.

  • Which are the eligible countries to apply for the eVISA to Japan?

    Applicants are able to use the visa checker tool above to check if they are eligible to apply for the eVISA to Japan.

  • How long can I stay in Japan with the electronic visa?

    The period of stay permitted in Japan with the electronic visa is a maximum of 90 days.

  • Is the Japan eVISA easy to get?

    Eligible citizens can complete the simple Japanese eVISA application online in just a few minutes. Depending on your country of residence, you either pay the fee online or at a Japanese diplomatic office.

    Once the application has been submitted, it will take around 5 business days on average for the visa to be processed and approved. You then receive the eVISA approval notice sent by email.

  • What documents are required for the Japan electronic visa?

    It’s necessary to have a valid passport from an eligible country and a photo of the applicant in order to apply for the Japan electronic visa. Other visa requirements for documents vary depending on your nationality.

  • How can I get the eVISA for Japan?

    The eVISA for Japan is available through a simple online application that only takes a few minutes to complete.

  • Is the eVisa to Japan for single or multiple entry?

    The eVISA to Japan is a single entry visa which allows the holder to enter Japan once for a short stay. Travelers who wish to obtain a multiple entry visa for Japan need to apply at an embassy or consulate.

  • Which documents do I need to apply for the eVISA to Japan?

    It will be necessary to have a valid travel document (passport) from an eligible country and a passport-style photograph in order to apply for the eVISA to Japan. Other documents required to apply for the eVISA to Japan depend on your nationality.

  • Can I work in Japan with the eVISA?

    No, it will be required to apply for a working visa for Japan in order to work in the country. Those who wish to obtain a working visa should contact the nearest Japanese embassy or consulate for further information.

  • What happens if my Japan visa online application is rejected?

    If the Japan visa online is denied, applicants will be able to submit a new eVISA application. Applicants need to carefully check all the information provided on the eVISA form is correct, as even small mistakes can result in a refusal of the application.

  • How can I check the status of my Japan online visa?

    Applicants can check status for the Japan eVISA through the notifications sent to the email address they indicated when filling out the online form.

  • Can I extend my eVisa while in Japan?

    No, it is not possible to obtain an extension for the eVISA for Japan.Those who wish to travel to Japan after their eVISA expires will need to leave the country and reapply before they can return.

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