How Long Can I Stay in Japan Without a Visa?

If you plan to visit Japan for tourism, business, or cultural purposes you will need a visa. There are more than 20 different statuses of residence available, including “temporary visitor” for tourists and a range of other statuses for students, workers and relatives of Japanese nationals and residents.

If you wish to work in Japan, you will need a working visa from a Japanese embassy or consulate outside of Japan. There are over a dozen work visa types, each allowing you to work in a specific professional field.

Temporary Visitor Status

If you are a citizen of one of the 68 countries or regions with which Japan has a general visa exemption arrangement, you can visit Japan without a visa for up to 90 days. However, if you intend to engage in paid activities or stay longer than 90 days, you should apply for a visa.

Citizens of countries and regions which have a reciprocal visa exemption arrangement with Japan can also visit the country without a visa for up to 90 days. These include the United States, Canada, most European nations, Australia and New Zealand.

A tourist visa is granted to visitors who wish to travel to Japan for the purpose of sightseeing or recreation. These individuals can stay in Japan for up to 90 days, and can even extend their stay to six months if they have a valid passport from one of the 68 countries or regions with a visa exemption arrangement.

To obtain a temporary visitor visa, you must present the following documents to the nearest Japanese embassy or consulate before leaving your home country. The embassy or consulate will then issue you with an entry permit which allows you to enter Japan.

The documents required to apply for a visa will vary depending on your reason for travel. For example, if you are going to study in Japan, you may need to provide evidence of your finances, or proof of the relationship between you and your family members. If you are going to work in Japan, you will need to provide proof of employment or a contract from your school or workplace.

You can apply for a Temporary Visitor Visa at your local Japanese embassy or consulate with these documents plus any additional documents that may be required. Alternatively, you can download a form from the Japanese government website to complete and submit in person before visiting the embassy or consulate.

If you are planning to work in Japan, you should contact your RIKEN host laboratory to request the necessary documents before applying for your visa. RIKEN will then send you the documents (originals) for your application.

Business Visitor Status

You can stay in Japan without a visa as long as you meet the necessary requirements. However, it is important to note that the period of your stay may vary depending on the type of visa you are applying for.

If you are planning to visit Japan for tourism or business purposes, there are several types of visas you can apply for. Each type has different rules and regulations. The most common visa is a short-term visitor visa for stays of 15 days or less, but some nationalities can also enter Japan visa-free for up to 90 days.

Regardless of your visa status, you should carry your passport with you at all times. You will need this in case you need to verify your identity or change address when in Japan. You will also need it if you plan to travel outside of the country for a while.

The immigration bureau can issue a residence card to foreign residents who are residing in Japan for a period of three months or longer, and who have been granted a certain status of residence. Your status of residence determines the rules for entering and leaving the country, as well as what kind of work you can do.

As a general rule, you can only work in a specific occupation for the duration of your visa. If you wish to engage in any other activities, you will need to apply for special permission.

Alternatively, you can get a business visa that allows you to work in Japan for up to 90 days. You can even apply for a double-entry visa, if you plan to make two trips within 6 months.

In addition, if you are planning to move to Japan and stay there for more than a year, you will need to apply for a permanent residence permit. You can get this by registering with the immigration bureau inside Japan and obtaining a certificate of eligibility.

In order to gain the right to reside in Japan, you must be able to show a strong connection with the country, speak fluent Japanese and have fully integrated into the local society. Having these qualifications should not guarantee that you will be given a visa or residency permit, and if your application is rejected, you will be required to leave the country immediately.

Student Visitor Status

A long term student visa is issued to those who have enrolled in a program that lasts over 90 days. This can vary from 6 months to 2 years depending on the choice of course and institution. This is a great way to experience Japan and become a part of the Japanese culture.

This type of visa is also for people who are coming to Japan for the purpose of training, gaining an internship or working on a project that lasts over three months and up to six months. It is also for those coming to Japan as family members of a foreign national who holds a work visa.

Those who come to Japan for work or training and have received a work permit before they arrive can work 28 hours per week on school days and 40 hours per week during semester breaks. This is a great way to get a feel for life in Japan and experience the local economy first hand.

If you want to stay in Japan for more than a year, you may need a different kind of visa. There are many types of long term stay visas available, such as teaching, arts, religious activities, journalism, business management, legal/accounting services, medical services, research, engineering, humanities, international services, and nursing care.

For those who want to teach in a language school, they will need a Special Permission to Engage in Activity Other than that Permitted by the Status of Residence Previously Granted. This is a great way to work while you study and can be applied for in the immigration office when you arrive in Japan.

It is important to remember that if you stay in Japan for more than the allowed period of time, you will be considered an illegal immigrant and subject to deportation by the Immigration Bureau. Therefore, it is best to leave Japan or apply for a new visa before the expiration date on your current one.

Upon entering Japan, you will be given a Landing Permit and a Residence Card that will show your initial permitted duration of stay. The moment you receive these documents, you must report your stay at a local municipal office within 14 days of setting up residency in Japan.

Dependent Visitor Status

If you are a dependent visitor, it may be possible to stay in Japan for up to 90 days without a visa. However, you must take care to only stay for this short amount of time and not exceed this limit because Japan can take severe action if you are found in violation of this rule.

Unless you are coming to Japan for work or to study, you will need to obtain a short-term visa before arriving in the country. A certificate of eligibility (COE) is the first step in the process. This will ensure that you are legally able to travel to Japan, and it will allow you to enter the country with confidence as you begin your new life.

A COE is typically issued for a period of 3 months or less and can be extended to six months or more by visiting the local immigration office. Depending on the purpose of your visit, you may need to provide documentation that supports the reasons for your travel.

For example, if you are visiting Japan for business purposes, such as to visit a prospective employer, you will need to provide proof of your employment and your company’s sponsoring organization. Alternatively, you may need to provide documents that confirm your intention to return to your home country soon after your stay in Japan ends.

If your stay in Japan is for a long period of time, such as one to five years, you will need to obtain a work visa or residence permission. These types of visas are usually tied to a specific employer and require a minimum degree or professional experience in the field you intend to work in.

You will also need to be prepared to pay a fee for your visa, which is normally between 3,000 and 6,000 JPY. This fee depends on the type of visa you want and whether you are applying for a single or multiple entry visa.

In addition to the above, you will need to provide a copy of your current passport and a photo. You should also include a copy of your spouse’s or child’s passport and any other relevant documents to support the reasons for your stay in Japan.