JAPAN
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WALK-IN AND SHIPPING ADDRESS
4301 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 104 Arlington, Virginia 22203 Customer Service Mon- Fri 9:30 am - 5:00pm Sat 10:00 am-1:00 pm Office 703-524-1808 Toll Free 1-855-559-VISA(8472) |
US Citizens Tourist Visa is not required for a stay of up to 90 days.
-Check that your passport has a validity of at least 6 months beyond stay
- Check that you have enough visa pages in your passport for any arrival and departure stamps
-Check that your passport has a validity of at least 6 months beyond stay
- Check that you have enough visa pages in your passport for any arrival and departure stamps
TOURIST Non-US Citizen
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1. Valid and Signed Passport Passport must have one blank visa page and be valid 6 months beyond stay.
- Amendment pages in the back of the passport are not suitable for visas PASSPORT MUST BE SIGNED. |
2. Photographs
Two recent passport type photos, in color, on photo paper, front view and with a white background - Size 2x2 
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3. Visa Application Form
Two(2) copies of the visa application needed - Applications not completed properly may cause a delay in the issuance of the visa - If a field is not applicable- put N/A or None Download Application here:
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4. Travel Itinerary
Itinerary from your airline or travel agency indicating the following - Applicants Name - Dates of travel(to and from country) It is recommended that you do not purchase or confirm any tickets until the visa has been issued. |
5. Letter of Invitation
Letter of invitation from Host or Hotel Confirmation Letter of invitation from host relative indicating the address of stay, purpose of travel, and exact dates of trip | ||||
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6. Financial Guarantee
Proof of sufficient funds, such as a copy of your most recent bank statement. |
7. Yellow Fever Vaccination
Not needed as a core requirement |
8. Visa Work Order
The work order is our internal form that includes your basic info as well as your travel and shipping specifics Download Form here:
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9. Non-US Citizen
Please submit the ORIGINAL and clear copy of your green card or US Visa and copy of I-94 - B1/B2 US Tourist Visa is not a valid option - You may print the electronic version of your I-94 by following this link: https://i94.cbp.dhs.gov/ |
NEXT STEPS........
1. Gather your passport, documents, and send them to us via UPS, DHL, or FEDEX. (We recommend a courier that allows you to track the package).
2. Once we receive your package, we will verify the documents and submit them to the appropriate Consulate. (Should we need any additional clarification or documents, you can be sure that we will contact you). | ||
Consular may request the following so please be prepared to send the additional documents to us: Resume, Most recent tax return with W2, Employer Letter confirming your employment, and a Day to Day detailed itinerary with hotel addresses and phone numbers.
FEES
Processing Time4-5 business days
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Period of StayPer Consular discretion
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ValidityPer Consular discretion
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SC Fee$95.00
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Embassy Fee$45.00
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US Citizens Business Visa is not required for a stay of up to 90 days.
-Check that your passport has a validity of at least 6 months beyond stay
- Check that you have enough visa pages in your passport for any arrival and departure stamp
-Check that your passport has a validity of at least 6 months beyond stay
- Check that you have enough visa pages in your passport for any arrival and departure stamp
BUSINESS Non-US Citizens
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1. Valid and Signed Passport Passport must have one blank visa
page and be valid 6 months beyond stay. - Amendment pages in the back of the passport are not suitable for visas |
2. Photographs
Two recent passport type photos, in color, on photo paper, front view and with a white background - Size 2x2
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3. Visa Application Form
Two(2) copies of visa application needed - Applications not completed properly may cause a delay in the issuance of the visa - If a field is not applicable- put N/A or None Download Application here:
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4. Business Letter- US Entity
Letter from US Company or Organization- the signature must be original and the letter must be on company letterhead. - Nature of Business to be performed -Name and Address of your reference that will be visited -Dates of intended visit -Guarantee of return transportation and financial guarantee for the visit Exact duration of stay must be indicated. Addressed to the Embassy of Japan in Washington DC - Signed by an officer or manager(not to be signed by visa applicant) Download Sample:
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5. Invitation Letter
A letter of invitation from sponsor (either host company or individual) explaining the relationship to the applicant and the purpose of travel. This is not a core requirement but it helps in expediting the visa issuance.
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6. Travel Itinerary
Itinerary from your airline or travel agency indicating the following - Applicants Name - Dates of travel (to and from country) It is recommended that you do not purchase or confirm any tickets until the visa has been issued. |
7. Yellow Fever Vaccination
Not needed as a core requirement |
8. Visa Work Order
The work order is our internal form that includes your basic info as well as your travel and shipping specifications Download Form here:
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9. Non-US Citizen
Please submit the ORIGINAL and clear copy of your green card or US Visa and copy of I-94 - B1/B2 US Tourist Visa is not a valid option - You may print the electronic version of your I-94 by following this link: https://i94.cbp.dhs.gov/ |
NEXT STEPS........
1. Gather your passport,
documents, and send them to us via UPS, DHL, or FEDEX. (We recommend a courier that allows you to track the package). 2. Once we receive your package, we will verify the documents and submit them to the appropriate Consulate. (Should we need any additional clarification or documents, you can be sure that we will contact you). | ||
Consular may request the following so please be prepared to send the additional documents to us: Bank Statement, Resume, Most recent tax return with W2, Employer Letter confirming your employment, and a Day to Day detailed itinerary with hotel address and phone numbers.
FEES
Processing Time4-5 business days
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Period of StayPer Consular Discretion
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Visa ValidityPer Consular Discretion
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SC Fee$95.00
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Embassy Fee$45.00
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OFFICIAL AND DIPLOMATIC
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1. Valid and Signed Official Passport
Passport must have one blank visa page and be valid 6 months beyond stay. - Amendment pages in the back of the passport are not suitable for visas
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2. Photographs
Two recent passport type photos, in color, on photo paper, front view and with a white background - Size 2x2
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3. Visa Application Form
Two(2) visa applications must be sent - Applications not completed properly may cause a delay in the issuance of the visa -Please do not leave any field blank and answer each question in detail - If a field is not applicable- put N/A or None Download Application here:
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4. State Department -
Cover Letter Name, Title, Purpose( nature of visit and contact in country), and Dates of Travel |
5. Letter from sending
department or Agency Name, Title, Purpose( nature of visit and contact in country), and Dates of Travel - Must be on Agency letterhead - Must be an original signature and signed by a Supervisor | ||||
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6. Travel Itinerary
Itinerary from your airline or travel agency indicating the following: - Applicants Name - Dates of travel (to and from country) |
7. Visa Work Order
The work order is our internal form that includes your basic info as well as your travel and shipping specifics Download Form here:
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FEES
Processing Time3-4 business days
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Period of StaySingle/Multiple- up to 30 days
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Validityup to 3 months
**Consular may issue a 5 year multiple at their discretion |
SC Fee$125.00
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Embassy FeeGratis
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Citizens of the following countries, a visa is not required for a stay of up to 90 days.
Singapore, Brunei, Hong Kong (BNO, SAR passport), Republic of Korea, Taiwan, Macau (SAR passport), Canada, U.S.A, Mexico, Argentina, Bahamas, Chile,
Costa Rica, Dominican Rep., El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Suriname, Uruguay, Barbados, Israel, Turkey, Australia*, New Zealand, Lesotho, Mauritius, Tunisia, Austria, Germany, Ireland, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Belgium, Croatia, Cyprus, Denmark, Finland, France, Greece, Iceland, Italy, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, San Marino, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Andorra, Bulgaria, Czech Rep., Estonia, Hungary , Latvia, Lithuania, Monaco, Poland, Slovakia.
- In the case of Bangladesh, Pakistan and Iran, the waiver of visa requirements is temporarily suspended.
- In the case of Malaysia, Peru and Colombia, it is recommended to obtain visa.
- In the case of China, visas are not required only for students of elementary, junior and senior high school in China for the purpose of school excursion staying in Japan less than 30 days.
- In the case of Taiwan, visas are not required for Taiwan-passport holders with their own personal ID numbers stipulated in their respective passports.
As a general rule, each Consulate has the right to request more documents or request an in-person interview. The validity of the visa is the sole discretion of the Consulate. Due to unexpected backlogs the Consulate may increase their processing time without notice. Certain nationalities or passport holders may result in additional processing time, this is determined by the Consulate. SC-Passport and Visa is not responsible for delays resulting in Consulate matters.
Singapore, Brunei, Hong Kong (BNO, SAR passport), Republic of Korea, Taiwan, Macau (SAR passport), Canada, U.S.A, Mexico, Argentina, Bahamas, Chile,
Costa Rica, Dominican Rep., El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Suriname, Uruguay, Barbados, Israel, Turkey, Australia*, New Zealand, Lesotho, Mauritius, Tunisia, Austria, Germany, Ireland, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Belgium, Croatia, Cyprus, Denmark, Finland, France, Greece, Iceland, Italy, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, San Marino, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Andorra, Bulgaria, Czech Rep., Estonia, Hungary , Latvia, Lithuania, Monaco, Poland, Slovakia.
- In the case of Bangladesh, Pakistan and Iran, the waiver of visa requirements is temporarily suspended.
- In the case of Malaysia, Peru and Colombia, it is recommended to obtain visa.
- In the case of China, visas are not required only for students of elementary, junior and senior high school in China for the purpose of school excursion staying in Japan less than 30 days.
- In the case of Taiwan, visas are not required for Taiwan-passport holders with their own personal ID numbers stipulated in their respective passports.
As a general rule, each Consulate has the right to request more documents or request an in-person interview. The validity of the visa is the sole discretion of the Consulate. Due to unexpected backlogs the Consulate may increase their processing time without notice. Certain nationalities or passport holders may result in additional processing time, this is determined by the Consulate. SC-Passport and Visa is not responsible for delays resulting in Consulate matters.