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Do I Need a Visa for Japan?

No, you do not need a visa for Japan if you will be staying for fewer than 90 days. But, you do need a valid passport and an onward/return ticket for ‘visa-free’ stays. You will need to have both of these items with you when you depart the United States or you may not be allowed to board your plane.

Are going to China after Japan? Your airline in Japan will deny you boarding for your flight to China if your passport does not already have a valid Chinese visa stamp. However, US citizens typically cannot obtain a visa to China during a short stay in Japan. If you plan to visit China and Japan, make sure you have your Chinese visa before you depart!

Japan Entry Requirements
Is A…	A Japan Entry Requirement?
Passport	Yes
Passport Validity	At time of entry
Blank Passport Pages	One page per entry stamp
Tourist Visa	No (unless staying for 90+ days)
Other Visa Types	See below

Sources: Japanese Embassy and U.S. State Department

How Do I Obtain a Passport for Japan?

Your passport needs to be valid upon entry to Japan and throughout your visit. One blank page in your passport is required in order to receive your entry stamp. If you do not have any blank pages, you must renew your passport. Be aware that if you plan to visit other Asian countries on your trip, you must have at least one blank page per additional country for their entry stamps as well. Also, most Asian countries have stricter passport validity requirements than Japan does, and many require that the passport be valid for six months after your trip. If you plan to visit countries other than Japan, you may need to renew your passport sooner than you thought.

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How Can I Receive a Visa for Japan?

If you need a visa for Japan, call ! We make the somtimes complicated visa process simple, and we make sure you get the proper class of visa for your upcoming trip. We provide you with a step by step application kit, visa application review service, pre-paid shipping labels, and hand delivery of your documents to the proper consulate of Japan. We pick your visa up from the consulate as soon as it is issued and mail it directly back to you.

What Are the Japan Visa Requirements?

The majority of travelers do not need a visa for Japan. If you will be visiting for less than 90 consecutive days, you can travel visa free. However, if you plan to stay in Japan for a longer period of time, you will need a visa. The following items are visa requirements for Japan and must be included in your application kit:

Visa Requirements for Japan
Is A…	A Japan Visa Requirement
Valid Passport	Yes
Passport Photos	Yes
Completed Visa Application	Yes
Proof of Residency	No
Proof of Travel Arrangements	Yes
Proof of Sufficient Funds	Yes
Money Order	Yes

Sources: Japanese Embassy and U.S. State Department

Depending on the details of your Japan trip, you may need additional documentation including a certificate of eligibility.

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What Else Do I Need to Do Before Traveling to Japan?

Japan is a popular Asian destination. While most travelers will not need a visa, all travelers will require some prep work.

Making sure you are healthy before during and after your trip is key. Japanese encephalitis is a real threat for visitors to the country. Learn more about this disease and others that could affect your stay on Passport Health’s vaccinations page.