Japan Visa Requirements — Check by Country

Japan Visa Requirements — Check by Country

Japan signs reciprocal visa exemption arrangements with 74 countries and regions. Use the checker below to instantly see whether your nationality needs a visa, how long you can stay, and which documents to bring.

Countries covered
195
Visa-free nationalities
74
Last data refresh
2026-04-14

Do you need a visa for Japan?

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How it works

  1. Select your nationality

    Pick from a dropdown of 195 countries. No sign-up or personal data needed.

  2. See your visa verdict

    Instantly view visa-free status, maximum stay in days, and required documents.

  3. Open the country detail page

    Drill into FAQs, official MOFA links, and related countries in the same region.

Frequently asked questions

How many countries are visa-exempt for Japan?
74 countries and regions have a reciprocal visa exemption arrangement with Japan, typically allowing short-term stays of 90 days. Some — including Brunei, Thailand and Indonesia — have shorter limits or special conditions.
What data source does this site use?
We aggregate data directly from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan (mofa.go.jp) and the Immigration Services Agency (moj.go.jp), and check for changes automatically every day. Pages are refreshed whenever the official source is updated.
Can I work or study in Japan on visa-free entry?
No. Visa-free short-term stays only cover tourism, business meetings, and family visits. Employment, paid work, long-term study, and paid internships require the appropriate residence status.
How long can I stay in Japan without a visa?
For most visa-exempt nationalities the maximum stay is 90 days. A few countries (Brunei, Qatar) are limited to 30 days, and Indonesia and Thailand to 15 days. Some European countries can extend to 6 months by applying at a Regional Immigration Bureau.
Is there a digital nomad visa for Japan?
Yes. Japan launched the Designated Activities (Digital Nomad) visa in March 2024, allowing remote workers from 49 countries with at least 10 million JPY annual income to stay for up to 6 months.