How much does a visa for Japan cost?

Fees vary by visa type and nationality. When we have indicative figures for Japan they’re shown above, but they’re compiled from third-party sources — always confirm the current fee on the official government site before you apply.

How do I apply for a visa for Japan?

Start on Japan’s official government entry or e-Visa page (linked above when available). Check which visa type fits your trip, prepare a passport valid for your whole stay and any required documents, and apply well before you travel.

Japan

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At a glance

Currency

Japanese Yen

JPY · ¥

Languages

Japanese

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Calling code

+81

Area

377,930 km²

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Entry & visa

Japan visa & entry requirements

Whether you need a visa for Japan depends on your nationality. Here’s the entry picture at a glance, with official links and a way to check the exact rule for your passport.

nationalities

Visa-free

nationalities

Visa on arrival / e-Visa / eTA

nationalities

117

Visa required in advance

Short-stay tourist entry to Japan, across 198 nationalities in our dataset. Your own requirement depends on your passport — check it below.

Official sources

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan (MOFA)Official e-Visa portal

Last checked 2026-07-05

Visa cost indicative

Indicative figures compiled from third-party sources — not official, and not a fee charged by packset.travel. Always confirm the current fee on the official government site before you apply.

Visa type

Indicative cost

Applies to

Tourist

No fee

Visa-free short stay up to 90 days for tourism/business for US, UK, EU/Schengen, Australia, Canada and ~68 other visa-exempt nationalities. No fee or advance authorization required as of July 2026.

Visa typeTourist

Indicative costNo fee

Applies toVisa-free short stay up to 90 days for tourism/business for US, UK, EU/Schengen, Australia, Canada and ~68 other visa-exempt nationalities. No fee or advance authorization required as of July 2026.

e-Visa

No fee

Japan eVISA (single-entry short-term) available online for nationals/residents of select countries (e.g. USA, UK, Canada, Australia, Brazil). Consular fees vary by nationality; check the nearest Japanese mission.

Visa typee-Visa

Indicative costNo fee

Applies toJapan eVISA (single-entry short-term) available online for nationals/residents of select countries (e.g. USA, UK, Canada, Australia, Brazil). Consular fees vary by nationality; check the nearest Japanese mission.

Good to know

Nationals of the US, UK, EU/Schengen states, Australia, Canada and roughly 68 other jurisdictions may enter visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism, business or visiting friends/relatives (no paid activities). Passport must be valid for the stay.
As of July 2026 there is NO pre-travel authorization (no ETA) required for visa-exempt visitors. JESTA has been legislated but is NOT yet operational; it is targeted to launch in Japan's fiscal year 2028.
The Japan eVISA is a separate online single-entry short-term visa for nationals of select countries; it is not the same as JESTA.
Travellers who need a visa must apply at a Japanese Embassy or Consulate.

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Frequently asked questions

It depends on your nationality. Citizens of 72 countries can currently enter Japan visa-free for short tourist stays, while others need a visa on arrival, an e-Visa or a visa arranged in advance. Use the visa checker to see the rule for your passport.

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Rule changes for Japan

All rule changes

UpdateAug 11, 2026 · Visa rules

Japan tightens visa-document requirements for Russian applicants

The Embassy of Japan in Russia has updated its tourist-visa checklist, tightening proof of income and employment. A visa remains mandatory for Russian citizens; applications go through the JVAC centre (VFS Global) in Moscow.

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Seasons

When it rains and when it bites in Japan

The rain, heat and storm windows worth planning around — and what each one means for your bag.

Japan — the main islands

Whole country

Storm season· August to October

Honshu, Kyushu and Shikoku — Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka. Okinawa and Hokkaido run to a different calendar.

Full season guide for Japan

How to get here

How to get to Japan

Every way into Japan by air — each city's main airport plus the budget-carrier, secondary and cross-border options, with how long the transfer takes.

Getting to Nagoya

Chubu Centrair (NGO)

Nagoya's international gateway, built on an artificial island in Ise Bay. The Meitetsu μ-SKY limited express reaches Nagoya station in about 28 minutes — reserve the μ-SKY seat, the local trains take twice as long.

~30 min to NagoyaNGO airport

Kansai (KIX)

instead of Chubu Centrair (NGO)

Osaka's international airport has far more long-haul and low-cost routes than Centrair. Allow about 2.5 hours to Nagoya via the Haruka express and the Tokaido Shinkansen — covered by a Japan Rail Pass if you hold one.

~150 min to NagoyaKIX airport