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Japan visa requirements (2026)

Of 198 passports, 71 can travel to Japan without arranging a visa in advance. 7 can apply online for an e-Visa and 119 need a visa from an embassy or visa centre.

Who can visit Japan: passports by requirement

Do I need a visa for Japan?

Entry requirement Choose a passport and a destination.

Popular passports

PassportRequirementStay
United States Visa-free 90 d
United Kingdom Visa-free 90 d
India e-Visa –
Philippines Visa required –
Nigeria Visa required –
Pakistan Visa required –
Canada Visa-free 90 d
Australia Visa-free 90 d
China e-Visa –
Germany Visa-free 90 d

Access by passport region

Passports that enter visa-free, with a visa on arrival or an eTA.

RegionPassports
Europe 37/46
Asia 13/49
Africa 3/54
North America 11/23
South America 5/12
Oceania 2/14

Working remotely from Japan? The Japan digital nomad visa requires ¥10 million per year.

Passports that can enter Japan visa-free

71 passports

Passports eligible for Japan e-Visa

7 passports

Passports that need a visa for Japan

119 passports

Passports that are not admitted

1 passports

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Japan?

It depends on your passport. 71 passports can enter Japan visa-free, 0 get a visa on arrival, 0 need an eTA, 7 can apply for an e-Visa online and 119 need a visa from an embassy or visa centre.

Which countries can enter Japan without a visa?

71 passports can enter Japan visa-free, including Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bahamas, Barbados, Belgium, Brazil and others.

Does Japan offer an e-Visa?

Yes. Holders of 7 passports can apply for a visa to Japan online.

Holding a Japan passport? See where the Japan passport can travel visa-free.

Data last updated February 2026. Rules can change at short notice and may differ by purpose of travel. Confirm with the embassy or official immigration website of Japan before you book.