Spain to Japan: No Visa Needed, Visa-Free 90 Days (2026)
Spain 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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Spain
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 Spain nationals apply
Applications are handled by the Japanese diplomatic mission with jurisdiction over your place of residence. These are the missions in Spain:
Address and telephone
Embassy of Japan in Spain, Calle Serrano, 109, 28006-Madrid, Spain. Tel:(34)91-590-7600 Consulate-General of Japan in Barcelona, Av. Diagonal, 640, 2o, D 08017 Barcelona, Spain. Tel:(34)93-280-3433 Consular Office of Japan in Las Palmas, Calle Triana 120, 3a Planta Izquierda (35002), Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Espana Tel:(34)928-24-4012, 3466Jurisdiction 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 Spain nationals
Beyond short-term entry, Spain passport holders may also be eligible for these residence routes.
Working Holiday
Spain has a bilateral working holiday arrangement with Japan.
Age 18–30 · up to 12 months · Annual cap: 500
See details →
Digital Nomad visa
Spain is on the eligible list for the Designated Activities (Digital Nomad) visa.
Up to 180 days · annual income of ¥10,000,000 or more required
See details →
Frequently asked questions
- How long can a Spain passport holder stay in Japan without a visa?
- Spain 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 Spain?
- No. Spain 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.