Israel to Japan: No Visa Needed, Visa-Free 90 Days (2026)
Israel passport holders do not need a visa to enter Japan for short-term stays of up to 90 days (tourism, business meetings, transit).
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Visa-freeMaximum stay: 90 days
Required documents
- Valid passport
- Return or onward ticket (recommended)
Information is based on publicly available data as of 2026-09-05. Always confirm with the nearest Japanese embassy/consulate before travel.
Where Israel nationals apply
Applications are handled by the Japanese diplomatic mission with jurisdiction over your place of residence. These are the missions in Israel:
Address and telephone
Embassy of Japan in Israel, Museum Tower 19th & 20th Floor, 4, Berkowits Street, 6423806 Tel-Aviv, Israel. Tel: (972-3) 695-7292 Abraji House, 8th Floor, 15 Tokyo Street, AL-Masyoun, Ramallah (Mailing Address: c/o Embassy of Japan in Israel, Museum Tower 19th & 20th Floor, 4, Berkowits Street, 64238 Tel-Aviv, Israel) Tel: (970-2) 298-3370/1Jurisdiction varies by prefecture/region of residence — confirm with the mission before applying.
Mission list from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan →
Other routes for Israel nationals
Beyond short-term entry, Israel passport holders may also be eligible for these residence routes.
Frequently asked questions
- How long can a Israel passport holder stay in Japan without a visa?
- Israel passport holders can stay in Japan for up to 90 days without a visa for short-term stays such as tourism.
- Are there any conditions on the visa exemption for Israel?
- No. Israel passport holders are covered by the standard visa exemption with no additional passport or registration requirements. A passport valid for the stay is sufficient.
- Can I extend my visa-free stay in Japan?
- In general, visa-free stays cannot be extended, but exceptions exist for some countries covered by bilateral agreements. Contact a Regional Immigration Bureau before your permitted stay expires.
- Can I work remotely on a visa-free stay?
- Short-term visa-free stays do not permit employment in Japan. For remote work, consider the Digital Nomad visa.