Everything You Need To Know About Japan Visa

Apart from citizens of visa exempt countries, all foreign nationals require a visa to enter Japan. Depending on the nature and purpose of the foreign national’s visit, authorities in Japan have classified their visas into several types. Please find below the different types of visas offered by Japan to foreign nationals.

Japan tourist visa

For UK citizens, there is no need to obtain a visa if they are staying inside Japan for less than 90 days. In order to stay visa exempt, the UK citizen should meet the below-mentioned criteria.

• The passport of the traveler should have a validity of six months and one blank page.
• It is necessary to hold proof of sufficient funds.
• The traveler should hold proof of onward and return flight tickets.
• It is necessary to hold proof of all documents that detail the purpose of the trip.
• You should confirm with the airline that boarding is allowed without a visa.

Japan business visa

Citizens of the United Kingdom can stay inside Japan for less than 90 days without a visa. To stay visa exempt, the traveler should meet the conditions mentioned below.

• The traveler should hold a passport, and it should have a validity of six months and one blank page.
• The foreign national should hold proofs of sufficient funds.
• It is necessary to have proof of onward and return flight tickets.
• The traveler should hold all documents showing the purpose of the trip.
• Before traveling to Japan, you should confirm with the airline that boarding is permitted without a visa.

Japan work visa

Foreign nationals intending to work inside Japan can apply for a work visa. Using these visas, UK citizens can work inside Japan legally. In order to obtain these visas, foreign nationals should submit the documents mentioned below.

• It is necessary to submit the original, signed UK passport. Please ensure that the passport of the applicant has a minimum validity of six months along with one blank page for markings.
• One passport photograph of the applicant should be submitted. Please note that this photograph should be taken within the last six months in a white background. This photograph should provide the full-frontal view of the applicant’s head with the face centered in the middle. In the photograph, the applicant should make sure that he or she is maintaining a neutral facial expression.
• It is necessary to submit the Certificate of Eligibility issued by the Ministry of Justice in Japan. Please note that this certificate of eligibility is issued less than three months prior lodging.
• It is also mandatory to submit a clear copy of the certificate of eligibility.
• The visa application form should be completed without any errors. If you face any difficulties while completing the application form, you can contact Visa Genie, and we will be glad to assist you.

Note: Japan offers multiple entry visas to foreign nationals. These visas are valid for one year.

Japan transit visa

If UK citizens are traveling to a different destination, there is no need to obtain a visa if transiting via Japan.

In order to stay visa exempt, travelers should meet the conditions mentioned below.

• The applicant should hold a valid passport.
• The applicant should make sure that he or she is continuing the journey in the same calendar day.
• While in Japan, the applicant should make sure that he or she is not leaving the International transit area of the airport.
• It is necessary to hold proof of sufficient funds.
• The applicant should hold proof of onward and return flight tickets.
• It is necessary to hold all documents required for the next destination.
• The traveler should confirm with the airline company that boarding is allowed without a visa.

Note: If the traveler does not meet the above-mentioned criteria, a visa may be required to enter Japan.