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Entertainer Visa
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Entertainer Visa

Work PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

1-3 months

Application Fee

9,000 JPY

Stay Duration

3 years

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Available

Remote Work

Not Required

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Living in Japan

Cost of Living
25% cheaper than United States
Avg Salary¥4,800,000
Quality of Life
161/200
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Overview

Work visa for professional performers, artists, athletes, and entertainers. For concerts, theatrical performances, sports competitions, and entertainment activities.

The Japan Entertainer Visa is a work visa for foreign performers, athletes, and artists — including singers, actors, dancers, musicians, and models. Applicants must be sponsored by a Japanese organization and earn at least JPY 200,000 per month under a formal performance contract.

The visa is granted for up to 3 years (also available for 1 year, 6 months, 3 months, or 15 days) and is renewable. The sponsor must meet financial and facility requirements. Dependents may join on a family stay visa; spousal work rights are restricted. PR is achievable after sufficient residency.

This visa is ideal for professional performers, athletes, and entertainers with a Japanese sponsor and a formal contract guaranteeing at least JPY 200,000 per month.

Fee Breakdown

Single Entry Visa Fee
3,000 JPY
Multiple Entry Visa Fee
6,000 JPY

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

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ValidityIndefinite
Processing4-6 months
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Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a professional performer, artist, musician, or athlete.

Must have a contract with an inviting organization in Japan.

Must demonstrate professional achievement or a high level of skill in the relevant field.

The inviting organization must meet specific criteria regarding facility size, financial stability, and operational history.

Must provide a clear itinerary and proof of compensation.

KEY CRITERIA

Job Offer

Required

Education

none or higher

Experience

2+ years

Min. Income

2,400,000 EUR/yr

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Passport photos

Certificate of Eligibility

Performance contract

Professional credentials

Biography

Company registration (sponsor)

Performance venue details (sponsor)

Contract copies (sponsor)

Financial documentation (sponsor)

Application Process

1

Secure performance contract: Sign performance/entertainment contract with Japan-based organization

2

Prove professional status: Submit performance records, contracts, awards, press coverage

3

Employer applies for COE: Employer/promoter submits Certificate of Eligibility application

4

Receive COE: Immigration Services Agency approves COE

5

Apply for visa: Submit visa application at embassy with COE and performance contract

6

Pay visa fee: Pay 3,000 JPY

7

Receive visa: Visa stamped in passport

Application Forms

Go to application portal
Application for Certificate of Eligibility - Entertainer—

Verified Claims (22)

Last verified May 31, 2026
Application StepsSecure performance contract: Sign performance/entertainment contract with Japan-based organization; …mofa.go.jp
Dependent VisaGeneral visa: Dependent (family stays)mofa.go.jp
Fee BreakdownSingle Entry Visa Fee: 3000 JPY; Multiple Entry Visa Fee: 6000 JPYmofa.go.jp
FeesJPY 3,000 (Single Entry) / JPY 6,000 (Multiple Entry) - Subject to 2026 increasesmofa.go.jp
FormsApplication for Certificate of Eligibility - Entertainermofa.go.jp
Included Nationalities—mofa.go.jp
Job Offer Requiredtruemofa.go.jp
Application Portalhttps://www.moj.go.jp/isa/applications/procedures/16-1.htmlmoj.go.jp

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