Visiting Japan (Visa and Travel information)

2025/1/9
 
  • All foreign nationals requiring a Short-term Sightseeing and Single Entry visa may apply for an eVisa.
  • Apply eVisa online, pay visa fee online.
  • No need to send/drop off your original passport.





*How to apply eVisa(Youtube).  For full eVisa details, click here.

Visa and Travel information

  • Visa information
    • If you have general questions about Visa The Japanese Visa Information Hotline for United States (excluding Alaska and Hawaii): +1- 202-499-1468 (24 hours/7 days a week, English only) TOLL FREE CALL
    • Ministry of Foreign Affairs
  • Travel information
    • Please click here, if you already have a visa or do not need a visa but would like information about travel to Japan.

Visa

Visa exemption countries/regions

 Please click here to find out if you need a Japanese visa or not.
  • For US passport holders, a visa is NOT necessary to visit Japan for a short-term stay of less than 90 days for the purpose of tourism and/or business.
       *The visa waiver arrangement with the United States does NOT apply to U.S. individuals wishing to travel to Japan for paid activities, news/media related activities, or attending depositions taken by U.S. Consul for U.S. Federal Government employees on official business or transiting to/from their official mission.
       *Japan does not require a 6 month remaining validity, as long as your ORDINARY passport (no travel document) is valid at the time of travel.
​       *An applicant with an arrest or criminal record may need a visa. Please contact any further inquiries directly to Japanese Immigration. 
 

Who can apply

  • You must be U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or U.S. visa holder residing in TX and OK.
       *B1/B2 U.S. visa holders are NOT accepted. Please click here if you are Travel Documents holder. 
 

Visa exemption process

  • It usually takes 5-7 business days (Monday - Friday, excluding holidays ) after all required documents are in order.
  • We will let you know by phone or e-mail when your visa is approved and issued. Please provide your contact information.
       *You may be requested to submit additional documents.
       *You must visit the consulate office in Houston if consultation is required.
       *We do NOT have expedited services.
       *We do NOT provide any updates during the application process. 
 

When to apply

  • The earliest you can apply is 3 months before your entering to Japan. 
 
⇨ Please click here to find information about which type of visa is appropriate for your needs.

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