General Information of Japanese Visas

2025/6/17
General Information of Japanese Visas
 
Please select your purpose of visit from the following list and prepare the documents required for submission of VISA application.

Short-Term Visit Long-Term Visit  
 General Information regarding Visa Applications
  • Additional documentation may be required if necessary.
  • Submitted documents will not be returned. 
  • Time to process visa applications depends on the applicant’s clarified status or circumstance. Generally, it takes a minimum of six working days to process visa applications even when the documentation is in order.
  • Submission of requirements does not guarantee issuance of visa.
  • In case visa is not granted, the reasons will not be disclosed.
  • Possession of a visa does not entitle the bearer to enter Japan. The visa bearer may not be permitted to enter upon arrival at port of entry if he or she is found inadmissible.