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Japan visa for Omanis: requirements, fees and how to apply

Yes. Omanis need a visa to enter Japan, including for tourism. Oman is not on the Japanese foreign ministry's list of 74 visa-exempt countries and regions, revised 1 September 2025, and Japan does not issue visas on arrival.

Updated

5working days, standard processing
3months to enter on a single-entry visa

Visa required

The rule for Omani passports

What the Japanese foreign ministry publishes for nationals of Oman.

Short-stay visa
Needed
Standard processing
5 working days
Japanese missions
1
Visa for a short stay
Required before travel
Visa on arrival
Not available
Standard processing
5 working days after the application is received
Single-entry visa
Valid for 3 months, for one entry
Visa fee from 1 July 2026
About 15,000 yen single entry, about 30,000 yen multiple entry, paid in local currency
JAPAN eVISA
Not offered for residents of Oman
List last revised
1 September 2025
The official wording
MOFAVisas are issued in the Japanese embassy or consulate. Visas cannot be obtained at the port of entry in Japan.Visas and Landing Permission
MOFABased on the Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act, in principle a foreign national wishing to enter Japan is required to have a valid passport issued by the government of their own country with a visa issued by the head of the embassy or consulate-general of Japan.Visas and Landing Permission

Other passports from Middle East

Short-stay visa rules for passports from Middle East (Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan, exemption list revised 1 September 2025)
PassportShort-stay visaVisa-free stay
BahrainNeededNo visa-free stay
IsraelNot needed90 days
KuwaitNeededNo visa-free stay
OmanNeededNo visa-free stay
QatarNot needed30 days
TürkiyeNot needed90 days

How to apply in Oman

The steps the foreign ministry sets out, with what the mission in Oman adds.

Step 1
Prepare the documents. If someone in Japan invites or guarantees you, they send their documents to you, not to the embassy.
Step 2
Apply at the Japanese embassy or consulate for the place you live, at an accredited agency, at a Japan Visa Application Centre or online, whichever that mission specifies.
Step 3
Wait for the examination. The standard time is 5 working days from the day after the application is received. It can take more than a month if the case is referred to Tokyo.
Step 4
Collect the result. The visa fee is paid only if a visa is issued.
Step 5
Enter Japan within 3 months. A single-entry visa is valid for three months and for one entry.

What the Embassy of Japan in the Sultanate of Oman says

Embassy of Japan in the Sultanate of OmanEmbassy of Japan, Visa Section … Admission hours: Visa application 8:00am-11:30am/ Visa collection 1:00pm-2:30pm(During Ramadan, Application: 8:00am-11:00am, Collection: 11:00am-1:30pm)Visiting Japan
Embassy of Japan in the Sultanate of OmanVisa procedures for tourist (For tourism only) Click to download Visa Application Form (All Nationalities) Days required 5 working daysVisiting Japan
Embassy of Japan in the Sultanate of OmanFees (Cash Only) (Applied between 1 July 2026 and 31March 2027)Visa information
Embassy of Japan in the Sultanate of OmanEffective 1 July 2026, visa fees will be revised … Previous fees will apply to applications submitted by 30 June 2026.Visa information
Embassy of Japan in the Sultanate of OmanFor Omani nationals who wish multiple-entry visa to be issued, a formal request should be submitted in writing either by employing department or inviting person in Japan with reasons. … Note: details to be referred to the Embassy, in some cases will not be granted.Visiting Japan
Embassy of Japan in the Sultanate of Oman(1) The original passport(*valid for the period of stay in Japan and has two blank pages)Visiting Japan
MOFAOnce all the documents are ready, you may apply for a visa at the consular section of the Diplomatic Mission of Japan with jurisdiction over your place of residence, at an accredited agency, the Japan Visa Application Centre, or online, by the method specified by the Diplomatic Mission of Japan where you will submit your applicationVISA

If an application is refused, the same purpose cannot be applied for again within six months.

Documents for a tourist visa

From the foreign ministry's checklist for a single-entry short-term visa (April 2025).

  • Valid passport
  • Visa application form, 1 copy
  • Photo, 1 (the ministry's form marks the photo space as 45 mm × 35 mm)
  • Flight itinerary with the flight or ship number and the dates of arrival and departure
  • Proof you can pay for the trip: an income certificate or tax return from a public agency, or a bank statement or balance certificate
  • Itinerary in Japan

Documents must have been issued within the last three months. The mission can ask for more on a case-by-case basis.

What the Embassy of Japan in the Sultanate of Oman says

Embassy of Japan in the Sultanate of OmanDocuments required (1) The original passport(*valid for the period of stay in Japan and has two blank pages) … (4) Original valid Oman Residential Card … (7) A bank statement for the last six months stamped from the bankVisiting Japan
Embassy of Japan in the Sultanate of Oman(2) One 45mm×35mm photo on glossy paper with plain background. … - Must be taken within the last 6 months … - Head size must exceed 30mm or 70% of the total height of pictureVisiting Japan

Visa fee

Fees changed on 1 July 2026.

For applications accepted on or after 1 July 2026, the fee is about 15,000 yen for a single-entry visa and about 30,000 yen for a multiple-entry visa, converted and paid in the local currency. Depending on purpose and nationality, the fee can be waived or different. No fee is charged if the visa is not issued. An agency adds its own handling fee.

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
MOFADepending on the purpose of your visit and your nationality, fees may not be required or the amount may differ.Visa Fees
Visa fees published by the Embassy of Japan in the Sultanate of Oman (checked 5 October 2026)
VisaWhoFeeFrom
Single entryNationals of countries other than India and visa fee waiver countries38.50 OMR Source1 July 2026
Single entryIndian passport holder2.00 OMR Source1 July 2026
Multiple entryNationals of countries other than India and visa fee waiver countries77.50 OMR Source1 July 2026
Multiple entryIndian passport holder2.00 OMR Source1 July 2026

JAPAN eVISA in Oman

The foreign ministry's eVISA list (as of 15 May 2026) does not include Oman. Apply on paper at the embassy or consulate, or through the channel it names.

Working, studying or staying longer

The short-term visa covers short stays only.

Paid work is outside a short stay. To work for pay, or to stay more than 90 days, you need a visa. The foreign ministry says to obtain a Certificate of Eligibility from the Immigration Services Agency first, in principle.

At the airport in Japan

The same steps apply to every foreign visitor.

On arrival you complete the Disembarkation Card for Foreigner (online through Visit Japan Web, or on paper), give your fingerprints and a facial photograph, and an immigration officer decides whether you can land.

JESTA, Japan's travel authorisation

JESTA is the electronic travel authorisation Japan is creating for visa-exempt visitors, starting no later than 31 March 2029. The law bars entry to foreign nationals who have neither a JESTA authorisation nor a visa; Omanis need a visa in any case.

Japanese embassy for Oman

The missions the foreign ministry lists for Oman. The rules on this page can change, so confirm with the mission before you book.

This page is compiled from the official pages below and was last checked on 5 October 2026. It is not legal advice. The embassy or consulate has the final word on your case.

Frequently asked questions

Do Omanis need a visa for Japan?

Yes. Omanis need a visa to enter Japan, including for tourism. Oman is not on the Japanese foreign ministry's list of 74 visa-exempt countries and regions, revised 1 September 2025, and Japan does not issue visas on arrival.

Can Omanis get a visa on arrival in Japan?

No. The foreign ministry states that visas cannot be obtained at the port of entry in Japan. Apply before you travel.

How much is a Japan visa for Omanis?

From 1 July 2026 the fee is about 15,000 yen for a single-entry visa and about 30,000 yen for a multiple-entry visa, paid in local currency. It can differ by nationality and purpose.

How long does a Japan visa take in Oman?

The foreign ministry's standard is 5 working days from the day after the application is received. It can take more than a month if the case is referred to Tokyo. The Embassy of Japan in the Sultanate of Oman adds: “Visa procedures for tourist (For tourism only) Click to download Visa Application Form (All Nationalities) Days required 5 working days”

Can Omanis apply for a Japan eVISA?

The foreign ministry's eVISA list (as of 15 May 2026) does not include Oman. Apply on paper at the embassy or consulate, or through the channel it names.

How long must an Omani passport be valid for Japan?

The Embassy of Japan in the Sultanate of Oman states: “(1) The original passport(*valid for the period of stay in Japan and has two blank pages)”

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Compiled by Japan Japan !! · Updated October 5, 2026