JAPAN eVISA: who can apply online and how it works

JAPAN eVISA is the Japanese foreign ministry's online visa. It covers one case: a single-entry short-term visa for tourism, up to 90 days. Whether you can use it depends on where you live, not on your passport. As of 15 May 2026 it is open to people living in 20 countries and regions: 9 apply online themselves and 11 go through an accredited agency.

Updated October 5, 2026

9places of residence that apply online

11more through an agency

90days at most, tourism, one entry

Guide

Who can apply, by where you live

The ministry lists eligibility by country or region of residence.

MOFAForeign nationals/people who wish to travel to Japan for tourism for a short-term period can apply for a visa online and receive an electronic visa (eVISA) through the JAPAN eVISA system. As of May 15 2026, the JAPAN eVISA system is available for nationals/people residing in the following countries/regions.The JAPAN eVISA system (electronic visa)

JAPAN eVISA by place of residence (Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan, as of 15 May 2026)
Where you live	How to apply	Who can apply
Australia	Online, by yourself	All foreign nationals living there who need a short-term visa
Brazil	Online, by yourself	All foreign nationals living there who need a short-term visa
Cambodia	Online, by yourself	All foreign nationals living there who need a short-term visa
Canada	Online, by yourself	All foreign nationals living there who need a short-term visa
Saudi Arabia	Online, by yourself	All foreign nationals living there who need a short-term visa
South Africa	Online, by yourself	All foreign nationals living there who need a short-term visa
Taiwan	Online, by yourself	All foreign nationals living there who need a short-term visa
United Kingdom	Online, by yourself	All foreign nationals living there who need a short-term visa
United States	Online, by yourself	All foreign nationals living there who need a short-term visa
China	Through an accredited agency	Nationals of the country who live there
Philippines	Through an agency, package tours only	Nationals of the country who live there and join a package tour by a designated travel agency
Vietnam	Through an agency, package tours only	Nationals of the country who live there and join a package tour by a designated travel agency
Hong Kong	Through an accredited agency	All foreign nationals living there who need a short-term visa
India	Through an accredited agency	All foreign nationals living there who need a short-term visa
Indonesia	Through an accredited agency	All foreign nationals living there who need a short-term visa
Macao	Through an accredited agency	All foreign nationals living there who need a short-term visa
Mongolia	Through an accredited agency	All foreign nationals living there who need a short-term visa
South Korea	Through an accredited agency	All foreign nationals living there who need a short-term visa
Singapore	Through an accredited agency	All foreign nationals living there who need a short-term visa
United Arab Emirates	Through an accredited agency	All foreign nationals living there who need a short-term visa

MOFAAustralia, Brazil, Cambodia, Canada, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Taiwan, United Kingdom, U.S.A. All foreign nationals/people residing in these countries/regions, except those who are exempt from short-term visa, can apply for an eVISA through the JAPAN eVISA website.The JAPAN eVISA system (electronic visa)

MOFAApplication should be made through an accredited agency in countries/regions below. For details, applicants are advised to check the website of the Japanese overseas establishment with jurisdiction over their place of residence.The JAPAN eVISA system (electronic visa)

MOFA: (1) ChinaNationals of China, who reside in ChinaThe JAPAN eVISA system (electronic visa)

MOFA: (2) The PhilippinesNationals of the Philippines, who reside in the Philippines and participate in a packaged tour organized by designated travel agenciesThe JAPAN eVISA system (electronic visa)

MOFA: (3) Viet NamNationals of Viet Nam, who reside in Viet Nam and participate in a packaged tour organized by designated travel agenciesThe JAPAN eVISA system (electronic visa)

MOFA: (4) Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Macau, Mongolia, the Republic of Korea, Singapore and United Arab EmiratesAll foreign nationals/people residing in Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Macau, Mongolia, the Republic of Korea (except jurisdiction over the Consulate General of Japan in Jeju), Singapore and United Arab Emirates, except those who are exempt from short-term visaThe JAPAN eVISA system (electronic visa)

What the eVISA covers

Tourism only, one entry, up to 90 days.

MOFAJAPAN eVISA is a system that provides a way to apply for a visa online and issue an electronic visa (eVISA) required for entry to Japan.FAQ about JAPAN eVISA

MOFACurrently, you can apply only for a single-entry short-term stay (up to 90 days) visa for the purpose of tourism.FAQ about JAPAN eVISA

MOFAYou must apply for a visa on paper at the Japanese overseas establishment (Japanese Embassy, Consulate-General or Consular Office) for other purposes such as visiting relatives/friends, business, study, work and transit, etc.FAQ about JAPAN eVISA

MOFAForeign nationals/citizens who are exempt from short-term stay visa don’t need to apply for an eVISA.FAQ about JAPAN eVISA

Conditions the ministry sets

Japan eVISA is available for those traveling to Japan by air or sea (limited to international scheduled passenger ferries between Japan and Busan or Shanghai).
During the application process, the applicant may be requested to appear in person at the Japanese overseas establishment with jurisdiction over the place of the applicant’s residence for an interview.
Only ordinary passport holder is eligible to apply through JAPAN eVISA website.

MOFAFor nationals of China residing in China, electronic visas with a period of stay "15 days" or "30 days" will be issued.The JAPAN eVISA system (electronic visa)

MOFAFor nationals of Viet Nam residing in Viet Nam and Filipino nationals residing in the Philippines, the period of stay of electronic visas will be "15 days".The JAPAN eVISA system (electronic visa)

Showing the eVISA when you fly

There is no sticker in the passport. You show a live screen.

MOFAYou will not have a visa sticker in your passport.FAQ about JAPAN eVISA

MOFAWhen checking in at the departure port (airport/seaport), you will be asked to display a “visa issuance notice” on your device (e.g. smart-phone, tablet) to prove that you have a valid eVISA.FAQ about JAPAN eVISA

MOFAPDF data, screenshot and printed copy will not be accepted.The JAPAN eVISA system (electronic visa)

Keep a working internet connection at check-in. The ministry says a PDF, a screenshot or a printed copy of the visa issuance notice will not be accepted.

Fees and payment

MOFAIn principle, fees must be paid in cash using the local currency. In case that you apply for eVISA through the JAPAN eVISA website, online payment by credit card is available for certain countries and regions.Frequently Asked Questions

MOFAFor visa applications accepted at overseas diplomatic missions on or after that date, the fee, converted into Japanese yen, will be approximately 15,000 yen for a single-entry visa and approximately 30,000 yen for a multiple-entry visa.Visa Fees

Japan visa feesFrom 1 July 2026, by embassy

The one official website

MOFAPlease beware of fraud websites looking alike the JAPAN eVISA website.The JAPAN eVISA system (electronic visa)

Frequently asked questions

Which countries can apply for a Japan eVISA online?

People living in Australia, Brazil, Cambodia, Canada, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Taiwan, United Kingdom and United States can apply online themselves, as of 15 May 2026. In 11 more countries and regions the eVISA goes through an accredited agency.

Can I use the Japan eVISA for business or to visit family?

No. Currently, you can apply only for a single-entry short-term stay (up to 90 days) visa for the purpose of tourism. You must apply for a visa on paper at the Japanese overseas establishment (Japanese Embassy, Consulate-General or Consular Office) for other purposes such as visiting relatives/friends, business, study, work and transit, etc.

Do visa-exempt travellers need a Japan eVISA?

No. Foreign nationals/citizens who are exempt from short-term stay visa don’t need to apply for an eVISA.

Can I show a screenshot of my Japan eVISA?

No. You display the visa issuance notice live on your device. PDF data, screenshot and printed copy will not be accepted.

Is the eVISA decided by nationality or by residence?

By residence. All foreign nationals/people residing in these countries/regions, except those who are exempt from short-term visa, can apply for an eVISA through the JAPAN eVISA website.