Temporary Visitor's Visa
2018/2/16
Online Visa application
※short-term visa with a Tourism Purpose (for a stay of 90 days or less) (single-entry)
This is solely for tourist purposes (If your intentions includes visiting acquaintances/ relatives or business/academic activities, you are not eligible to apply for an online Evisa).
•Those who fall under the Eligible Applicants below are able to apply for a short-term stay visa for the purpose of Tourism on JAPAN eVISA website from March 27, 2023.
Eligible Applicants
All foreign nationals/people who reside in the following countries/region.
Brazil, Cambodia, Canada, Mongolia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, Taiwan, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, U.S.A. (Only foreign nationals/people who are required to obtain short-term visa.)
(Applicants are required to log-in to the JAPAN eVisa website and display “Visa issuance notice” at the departure airport under the Internet environment. PDF data, screenshot or printout of the page will not be accepted.)
Types of visa
Short –Term Stay visa for the purpose of Tourism (for a stay of 90 days or less)
If you meet the criteria above, please apply online for a visa on the JAPAN eVISA website.
For those other than above, please apply for visa at the Japanese Embassy, Consulate General or Consular office in your country/region of residence. (If there is more than one, apply at the Japanese Embassy, Consulate General nearest from where you live. For Taiwan, Taipei / Kaohsiung offices of Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association)
（Attention!)
1．Please beware of fraud websites looking alike the JAPAN eVISA website.
2．If your application is incomplete, we will cancel it without processing. Once cancelled, you should make a new application and submit it again.
Entering incorrect information and/or uploading the required documents inadequately could lead to a delay of examination or cancellation of your eVISA application, which may affect your travel plans.
Visas for temporary visitors (business and tourism) - single entry
•Visa applications will only be accepted by the visa section if completed application forms, together with the required attachments, are submitted.
•Once visa applications are officially accepted, visas may be granted and issued within two working days.
Required documents for all visa applications
•Original passport One application form completed in full and one passport-size photograph 45mm x 45mm on a white background (not a printed copy)
•Other document
Reciprocal visa exemption
・If your home country has a reciprocal visa exemption arrangement with Japan, then it is possible to enter Japan without first obtaining a visa for the following purposes: sightseeing, recreation, amateur sports, visiting relatives, short -term study, inspection tour, participation in unpaid lectures or meetings, attending a conference, business contact or other similar activities,
Other Nationalities (If visa is not required)
・Please refer to this page
Please note:
•In the case of the waiver of visa requirements of up to three months or 90 days, foreigners are granted upon landing a temporary visitor status for a period of 90 days (15 days for Brunei).
•Nationals of countries and regions that have taken measures concerning the waiver of visa requirements with Japan for stays of up to six months in principle are granted permission to stay in Japan for 90 days at the time of landing. Nationals of these countries and regions who wish to stay in Japan for more than 90 days must apply at their nearest immigration authority in Japan for an extension of their period of stay.
•In the case of Australia, Japan adopts a unilateral measure, not a bilateral waiver of visa requirements.
•In the case of Bangladesh, Pakistan and Iran, the waiver of visa requirements is temporarily suspended. •In the case of Malaysia, Peru and Colombia, it is recommended to obtain visa.
•In the case of China, visas are not required only for students of elementary, junior and senior high school in China for the purpose of school excursion staying in Japan less than 30 days.
General
•Please note: no temporary passports are accepted
•In cases where a double or multiple entry visa is required, please contact the visa officer well in advance
•Non South African passport holders are requested to contact the Embassy for details concerning additional requirements.
•Details concerning specific visas, eg., working visa, student, cultural, etc, should direct their inquiries to the Embassy
•The Embassy of Japan reserves the right to request additional documents if deemed necessary.
※short-term visa with a Tourism Purpose (for a stay of 90 days or less) (single-entry)
This is solely for tourist purposes (If your intentions includes visiting acquaintances/ relatives or business/academic activities, you are not eligible to apply for an online Evisa).
•Those who fall under the Eligible Applicants below are able to apply for a short-term stay visa for the purpose of Tourism on JAPAN eVISA website from March 27, 2023.
Eligible Applicants
All foreign nationals/people who reside in the following countries/region.
Brazil, Cambodia, Canada, Mongolia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, Taiwan, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, U.S.A. (Only foreign nationals/people who are required to obtain short-term visa.)
(Applicants are required to log-in to the JAPAN eVisa website and display “Visa issuance notice” at the departure airport under the Internet environment. PDF data, screenshot or printout of the page will not be accepted.)
Types of visa
Short –Term Stay visa for the purpose of Tourism (for a stay of 90 days or less)
If you meet the criteria above, please apply online for a visa on the JAPAN eVISA website.
For those other than above, please apply for visa at the Japanese Embassy, Consulate General or Consular office in your country/region of residence. (If there is more than one, apply at the Japanese Embassy, Consulate General nearest from where you live. For Taiwan, Taipei / Kaohsiung offices of Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association)
（Attention!)
1．Please beware of fraud websites looking alike the JAPAN eVISA website.
2．If your application is incomplete, we will cancel it without processing. Once cancelled, you should make a new application and submit it again.
Entering incorrect information and/or uploading the required documents inadequately could lead to a delay of examination or cancellation of your eVISA application, which may affect your travel plans.
Visas for temporary visitors (business and tourism) - single entry
•Visa applications will only be accepted by the visa section if completed application forms, together with the required attachments, are submitted.
•Once visa applications are officially accepted, visas may be granted and issued within two working days.
Required documents for all visa applications
•Original passport One application form completed in full and one passport-size photograph 45mm x 45mm on a white background (not a printed copy)
•Other document
Reciprocal visa exemption
・If your home country has a reciprocal visa exemption arrangement with Japan, then it is possible to enter Japan without first obtaining a visa for the following purposes: sightseeing, recreation, amateur sports, visiting relatives, short -term study, inspection tour, participation in unpaid lectures or meetings, attending a conference, business contact or other similar activities,
Other Nationalities (If visa is not required)
・Please refer to this page
Please note:
•In the case of the waiver of visa requirements of up to three months or 90 days, foreigners are granted upon landing a temporary visitor status for a period of 90 days (15 days for Brunei).
•Nationals of countries and regions that have taken measures concerning the waiver of visa requirements with Japan for stays of up to six months in principle are granted permission to stay in Japan for 90 days at the time of landing. Nationals of these countries and regions who wish to stay in Japan for more than 90 days must apply at their nearest immigration authority in Japan for an extension of their period of stay.
•In the case of Australia, Japan adopts a unilateral measure, not a bilateral waiver of visa requirements.
•In the case of Bangladesh, Pakistan and Iran, the waiver of visa requirements is temporarily suspended. •In the case of Malaysia, Peru and Colombia, it is recommended to obtain visa.
•In the case of China, visas are not required only for students of elementary, junior and senior high school in China for the purpose of school excursion staying in Japan less than 30 days.
General
•Please note: no temporary passports are accepted
•In cases where a double or multiple entry visa is required, please contact the visa officer well in advance
•Non South African passport holders are requested to contact the Embassy for details concerning additional requirements.
•Details concerning specific visas, eg., working visa, student, cultural, etc, should direct their inquiries to the Embassy
•The Embassy of Japan reserves the right to request additional documents if deemed necessary.