QuickTravelTools Visa requirements for Japan
Most visitors need a visa in advance for Japan. 75 of 199 passports enter visa-free.
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Rules by passport
Visa-free (75)
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- the Netherlands
- the United Arab Emirates
- the United Kingdom
- the United States
- Tunisia
- Turkey
- Uruguay
Checked against Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan on October 10, 2026.
Visa required (124)
- Afghanistan
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- India
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- Ivory Coast
- Jamaica
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- Kenya
- Kiribati
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- Laos
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- Malawi
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Micronesia
- Moldova
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- Mozambique
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- Nauru
- Nepal
- Nicaragua
- Niger
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- North Korea
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- Pakistan
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- Papua New Guinea
- Russia
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- Saint Kitts and Nevis
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- South Sudan
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- Tajikistan
- Tanzania
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- Trinidad and Tobago
- Turkmenistan
- Tuvalu
- Uganda
- Ukraine
- Uzbekistan
- Vanuatu
- Venezuela
- Vietnam
- Yemen
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
Checked against Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan on October 10, 2026.
Visa fees for Japan
| Visa type | Fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Visa | 15000 JPY, single entry | Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan |
| Visa | 30000 JPY, double entry or multiple entry | Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan |
Processing times
| Visa type | Processing time | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Visa | Five working days from the next day after the date of acceptance of the application (standard, when contents are complete) | Embassy of Japan to Kosovo (emb-japan.go.jp) |
Apply through official channels
Start the official JAPAN eVISA official portal Single-entry short-term (tourism) online applications for eligible residents; fee paid online after approval
MOFA visa information and FAQHow to apply (embassy/consulate, accredited agent, or JAPAN eVISA); no online fee payment for sticker route
Travel insurance for Japan
Travel insurance is required for the visa application. This applies to visa applicants.
Digital nomad applicants must hold private medical insurance covering death, injury, and illness for the planned stay, with treatment cover of at least JPY 10 million. Accompanying spouses and children need cover too. Minimum coverage: JPY 10,000,000 for treatment of injury and illness.
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Sources and verification
199 of 199 passport rules verified against Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan, 0 with no official source publishing the rule.
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan (checked October 10, 2026)
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan (checked October 10, 2026)
Common questions
Do I need a visa for Japan?
It depends on your passport. 75 of 199 passports enter Japan visa-free; 124 need a visa or authorisation arranged in advance. Find your passport in the groups above.
What does a visa for Japan cost?
It depends on the visa type and your passport. For example, the visa costs 15000 JPY, single entry. See the full fee table above.
How long does Japan visa processing take?
Standard processing for the visa: Five working days from the next day after the date of acceptance of the application (standard, when contents are complete).
Do I need travel insurance for Japan?
Digital nomad applicants must hold private medical insurance covering death, injury, and illness for the planned stay, with treatment cover of at least JPY 10 million. Accompanying spouses and children need cover too. This applies to visa applicants.