Visa Exemption (Temporary Visitor)
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Visa Exemption (Temporary Visitor)

Tourist Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

Varies

Application Fee

Free

Stay Duration

15 to 90 days

Renewable

Varies

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

No

This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

Visa-free entry for citizens of 74 countries with bilateral agreements. Allows short-term stays of 15-90 days depending on nationality. No visa application required.

Japan has bilateral visa exemption arrangements with 74 countries and regions. Citizens of these countries can enter Japan without a visa for tourism, business meetings, and family visits. Duration varies: 15 days for Indonesia and Thailand, 30 days for Brunei and Qatar, 90 days for most other eligible countries. No visa application or advance approval needed.

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Requirements

Personal

Passport Validity

6 months months

Documentation

Applicant Documents

Valid passport

At least 6 months validity after stay

Return ticket

Or proof of funds to purchase return ticket

Proof of funds

Sufficient funds for stay

Accommodation proof

Hotel booking or accommodation address

Optional

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Advantages

  • No visa application required
  • Fast entry process
  • No visa fees
  • Can stay 15-90 days
  • Easy for business and tourism

Considerations

  • Limited to eligible countries
  • No extension for tourism
  • No work allowed
  • Single entry only
  • No pathway to residency

Application Process

1

Check eligibility

Verify your nationality on visa exemption list

2

Prepare documents

Valid passport, proof of funds, return ticket

3

Arrive at airport/port

Present documents at immigration

4

Immigration inspection

Officer verifies eligibility and grants entry

5

Receive landing permission

Stamp placed in passport

Application Forms

Landing Card

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