Japan Short-Term Stay (Tourist) Visa
Category: Tourist · Processing time: 5–10 working days (varies by embassy/consulate).
Recently verified
Apply through official authority
Immigration Services Agency of Japan
Always submit applications through the official source. Last verified 2026-06-23.
Visa type
Tourist
Processing time
5–10 working days (varies by embassy/consulate).
Fees
SingleEntryVisa: ¥15,000 (Effective July 1, 2026)
Validity
3 months (from date of issue).
Stay duration
Up to 90 days (determined at port of entry).
Entry type
Confirm single/multiple entry rules
Insurance
Confirm if required
Bookmark
Save this visa to My Plan
Overview
Authorizes short-term stays (usually up to 90 days). Path to PR: No.
- Leads to permanent residency: No
- Requires job offer: No
- Language required: No
- Minimum education: N/A
- Financial requirement: Must demonstrate funds sufficient to cover travel costs (guideline: ~¥10,000/day).
- Accommodation proof: Yes (Must provide address of initial stay).
Estimated Costs
- - SingleEntryVisa: ¥15,000 (Effective July 1, 2026)
- - MultipleEntryVisa: ¥30,000 (Effective July 1, 2026)
Required Documents
- - Valid passport (6+ months validity recommended)
- - Visa application form
- - Recent passport-sized photograph
- - Proof of funds (e.g., bank statements)
- - Confirmed flight itinerary (round-trip or onward)
- - Detailed travel plan/itinerary
Application Steps
- Verify if your nationality qualifies for visa-free entry.
- If not exempt, apply online via [JAPAN eVISA](https://www.mofa.go.jp/j_info/visit/visa/visaonline.html) (if eligible) or at your local Japanese Embassy/Consulate.
- Submit required travel documents (itinerary, funds proof, flight info).
- Register entry/customs details on the [Visit Japan Web](https://www.vjw.digital.go.jp/) portal before arrival.
- Present passport and QR codes upon entry in Japan.
Always confirm the latest steps and forms on the official portal: Immigration Services Agency of Japan →
Travel Insurance Requirement
- Mandatory: Confirm with official source
- Minimum coverage: Confirm current coverage rules
- Valid regions: Confirm accepted regions
- Approved providers: Use providers accepted by the official authority
Embassy, Consulate & Appointments
Embassy, consulate, jurisdiction, and appointment details vary by applicant location. Confirm the correct office before booking travel or paying fees.
Open appointment or official portal →Browse foreign embassies in Japan (MigrantIQ directory) →
Directory listings are for planning only — not legal advice. Confirm jurisdiction and appointment rules on the official portal.
Application checklist
Track your Short-Term Stay (Tourist) preparation
Check items off as you prepare. Progress is saved in this browser and can be synced from My Plan.
Get visa checklist updates
Receive relevant reminders and source updates for Short-Term Stay (Tourist) in Japan.
Benefits & What This Visa Allows
- - Up to 90 days
- - Multiple-entry options for some nationalities
Trust & safety
Before you pay or submit documents
Use the official portal for applications and payments. Be careful with agents who guarantee approval, ask for personal-account transfers, or pressure you to send originals before a written contract.
Relevant laws
- Immigration Status and Overstay Rules
Immigration · Severity: Critical
Your right to stay in Japan depends on the exact visa, residence permit, entry stamp, or visa-free allowance you hold. Do not assume a pending application, job offer, or school admission auto
- Work Authorisation Rules
Employment · Severity: Critical
In Japan, a visa that allows entry does not always allow work. Paid employment, freelancing, remote work, internships, and trial shifts may each have different permission rules.
- Tax Residency and Income Reporting
Tax · Severity: High
Living in Japan for long enough, working locally, or registering as a resident may trigger tax-residency or income-reporting duties even if your income is paid from abroad.
Active scam alerts
Some agents overcharge newcomers for translations, notarisation, apostilles, or courier services for Japan, and may produce documents that are not accepted by official authorities.
Scammers impersonate airport staff, immigration officers, or travel agents and claim you must pay a special fee to enter Japan, avoid questioning, release documents, or fast-track border chec
Fraudsters offer admission, scholarships, or student visa packages for Japan through unofficial agents. Victims may receive fake acceptance letters that fail verification during visa processi
Scammers advertise fake apartments in Japan, pressure newcomers to transfer a deposit before viewing, and disappear after sending a fake lease or copied property photos.
Quick Eligibility Check
Use this self-check for Short-Term Stay (Tourist). It does not replace official legal assessment.
Common Rejection Reasons
- - Incomplete or inconsistent travel itinerary.
- - Insufficient proof of financial capacity to cover the stay.
- - Unclear purpose of visit.
- - Failure to provide valid onward/return flight details.
Application Tips
- - Always check if your specific passport/nationality is visa-exempt; visa-exempt travelers skip the fee and embassy application.
- - Use the official [Visit Japan Web](https://www.vjw.digital.go.jp/) portal to avoid long queues at Japanese airports.
- - Beware of third-party websites claiming to be the official 'eVISA' site; only use the [Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA)](https://www.mofa.go.jp/) official links.
- - Ensure your passport has at least one full blank page for the landing permission stamp.
Sources & References
Use these references for verification. Official government and appointment portals override summary guidance on MigrantIQ.
- Immigration Services Agency of Japan
Official source for forms, appointments, fees, and final requirements.
- MigrantIQ visa record
Summary record maintained for planning and source verification.
Feedback
Was this guide helpful?
Your answer helps us improve guides and update priority.
Summarize this page with AI
Opens your assistant with a pre-filled prompt (ChatGPT, Perplexity, Claude). Gemini uses Google AI Mode.
Not affiliated with any AI platform. Always verify immigration rules on official government sites.
Frequently Asked Questions
This visa is designed for applicants matching Tourist pathway criteria.
Typical processing time is 5–10 working days (varies by embassy/consulate)., subject to documentation quality and application volume.
Start with eligibility evidence, document checklists, and proof of funds before submitting.