Japan Visit Visa Requirements
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This page covers visa and entry requirements for visiting Japan. Citizens of around 74 countries, including the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and most EU member states can enter without a visa, receiving a stamp on arrival for up to 90 days. Most other nationalities must apply for a visa in advance, either online via Japan’s eVisa system or through a consulate. Each guide on this page is written for travellers holding a specific passport, so you can find the exact rules that apply to you
Visa status
Required for most nationalities. Visa-free on arrival for citizens of ~74 countries including the US, UK, Canada, Australia, and EU nations
Visa cost
¥15,000 for a single-entry visa (eVisa or consular)
Stay duration
Up to 90 days visa-free (most nationalities) · 15–90 days for visa holders, determined by consulate
Visa format
eVisa (online application) or consular sticker, depending on nationality and application route
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