Transit Visa
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 3 days
- Processing time
- 5 working days
- Fee
- 700 JPY
- Validity
- 3 months
- Entry
- Single entry
Eligibility
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Nationality
Required for nationals of non-visa-exempt countries transiting Japan. Visa-exempt nationals can transit without a visa.
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Purpose of visit
Transit to a third country through Japan. Must have confirmed onward transportation.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 3
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: 45mm x 45mm, white background, taken within 6 months
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: No
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Visa Application Form to Enter Japan; Form url: https://www.mofa.go.jp/files/000124525.pdf
How to apply
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Document submission
Submit transit visa application at Japanese Embassy/Consulate with confirmed onward ticket and passport.
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Fee payment
Pay transit visa fee of approximately 700 JPY.
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Processing wait
Processing typically takes 5 working days.
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Visa collection
Collect transit visa from embassy/consulate.