Further Information and Contact

Q1: How do I obtain a visa application form?

A1: Visa application forms may be obtained from our website. You can find one here or by visiting our Required forms and Documents page.

Q2: Do I need to make an appointment to submit my visa application?

A2: Yes. Visa applications will not be accepted without an appointment. Appointments can be made by contacting our Consular Section at (868) 628-5991 ext. 214.

Q3: Do I still need to produce all of the documents listed above even though I have applied for a Japanese visa before?

A3: Yes, even though you may have made an application for a Japanese visa in the past, you will still need to produce the required documents at the time of your new application.

Q4: What is the processing time? How long does it take to obtain a Japanese visa?

A4: The normal processing time for a visa is five (5) business days, but if there is any problem with the content of the application, the Embassy sends the application to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Tokyo for further examination. In such cases, issuance of a visa may take up to or more than a month. Visa applicants are reminded to apply early for their visa, well in advance of the anticipated travel date.

Q5: How far in advance can I apply for a visa?

A5: Japanese single-entry visas are only valid for a period of three months from the date of issue. If your intended travel date to Japan is in January, the visa appointment for the submission of documentation should be made in December. If the visa appointment for the submission of documentation was done before November and a visa was issued at that time for a travel date in January, the visa would expire before departure to Japan.

Q6: How much is the visa fee?

A6: (1) Single Entry Visa: TT $135 Exact Cash Only
      (2) Double Entry Visa: TT $275 Exact Cash Only
      (3) Transit Visa: TT $30 Exact Cash Only

Q7: For what period is a visa issued?

A7: Single-entry short-term stay visas are normally issued for fifteen (15), thirty (30), or ninety (90) days, and the issuance is based upon your travel dates.

Q8: What size photographs are acceptable for the visa application form?

A8: Passport photos sized 45mm x 35 mm (2in x 1.4in) are acceptable. Applicants should not wear any glasses or hats and ears must be visible in the photo. Photos must NOT be taken at an angle or in profile; the applicant must face forward. Photos should ideally be taken within the last three (3) months.

Q9: Can a Japanese visa be issued at the airport on arrival?

A9: Japanese visas are not issued at the airport in Japan. Therefore, a visa must be obtained before your arrival into Japan.

Q10: Can a courier service or a third party be used to submit documentation for a visa application?

A10: We do not accept visa applications via courier. However, we do accept visa applications via a proxy of your choosing with a letter of authorization to submit documentation on your behalf for your visa. Please write clearly in the letter of authorization the reason, the relationship, a form of identification of the proxy with an attached copy, and the signature of the applicant.

Q11: If I am a permanent resident of the US or Canada, do I need to apply for a visa?

A11 : Visas are issued based upon citizenship (i.e. the passport that you hold that will be used for entry to Japan). Therefore, a Japanese visa is required to enter Japan, even if the applicant has a Green Card or a Permanent Resident card from the US or Canada. If your nationality is not exempt from requiring a visa and you have legal residency in another country, you can obtain the visa from the Embassy or Consulate of Japan nearest to you.

Q12: What nationalities do not require visas to visit Japan?

A12: Please see the list of countries and regions that have visa exemption arrangements with Japan.

Please browse some frequently asked questions about visas and general entry into Japan. For more answers, visit MOFA FAQ page - Visa : Frequently Asked Questions ( FAQ List )

Please visit the following pages to find out more about entering Japan, procedures once you have arrived and other specific information you may find useful depending on your length of stay.

Hotline:
Japan visa information hotline (toll free call)
This hotline provides general information for Japanese visas only.

Before Arrival:
Visit Japan Web
*You can expedite your immigration and customs procedure through this secure website. You can also use this website to access tax-free online shopping throughout your stay.

You must not bring any meat products, vegetables or fruits into Japan.

While in Japan:
For safe travels in Japan: Guide for when you are feeling ill.

Guidance for Newly Entering Foreign Nationals
* Please click on the “OK” button when the pop-up message regarding translations appears at the top of the screen. Then, click the“日本語” button (displayed bottom left) and change it to English.

Life orientation videos for Long Term Residents in Japan
*Please scroll down to the bottom of the linked website to see the guidance in English.

Support Programs for International Students
*Employment support and job-hunting guide for students in Japan.

Daily Life Support Portal for Foreign Nationals
*Please click on the “OK” button when the pop-up message regarding translations appears at the top of the screen. Then, click the  “日本語” button (displayed bottom left) and change it to English.

Guidebook for Living and Working in Japan
*Please click on the “OK” button when the pop-up message regarding translations appears at the top of the screen. Then, click the  “日本語” button (displayed bottom left) and change it to English.

Information on Local Call Centers in Japan

E-mail
 If the visa applicant requires more information that cannot be obtained from our website or over the phone, and lives and works within the area under the jurisdiction of this Embassy, they may contact our Consular Section through the following email:  

 Email: consular@po.mofa.go.jp

The basic information listed below must be included with your request. If you do not receive a reply within three (3) business days, please resend your request or use one of the other methods to obtain information.

1. Your Nationality / Citizenship
2. Your resident status (and country of residence)
3. Detailed purpose of your trip to Japan
4. Your intended date of travel
5. Your intended length of stay in Japan
6. Your occupation
7. Your contact information

Call the Consular Section during Office Hours
Tel: +1 (868) 628-5991-(6), ext. 214
(Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM)
 
ATTENTION: Due to the volume of inquiries via email, we may not be able to respond within 24 hours. If you do not hear from us, please call our Consular Section to obtain information. Please note that any visa information given is for information purposes only. Specific visa requirements can only be determined after your documents have been reviewed.