Japan•Asia1-3 months
9,000 JPY
3 years
Yes
Required
Allowed
Available
Not Required

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.
Single Entry Visa Fee | 3,000 JPY |
Multiple Entry Visa Fee | 6,000 JPY |
Visas you can typically switch to from this status.
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.
Job Offer
Required
Education
none or higher
Experience
2+ years
Min. Income
2,400,000 EUR/yr
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 Steps | Secure performance contract: Sign performance/entertainment contract with Japan-based organization; … | mofa.go.jp |
| Dependent Visa | General visa: Dependent (family stays) | mofa.go.jp |
| Fee Breakdown | Single Entry Visa Fee: 3000 JPY; Multiple Entry Visa Fee: 6000 JPY | mofa.go.jp |
| Fees | JPY 3,000 (Single Entry) / JPY 6,000 (Multiple Entry) - Subject to 2026 increases | mofa.go.jp |
| Forms | Application for Certificate of Eligibility - Entertainer | mofa.go.jp |
| Included Nationalities | — | mofa.go.jp |
| Job Offer Required | true | mofa.go.jp |
| Application Portal | https://www.moj.go.jp/isa/applications/procedures/16-1.html | moj.go.jp |
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