Visa (Short-term Visit: Tourism/Business/Conference)
2023/4/3
- This page is for person(s) visiting Japan for visiting relatives/friends, sightseeing, business trip (not involving paid activities), attending a conference or meeting, or studying within 90 days.
- U.S. citizens or foreign nationals of Visa Exemption countries are not required to obtain a visa for short-term tourism/business/conference/study (See "the list of visa exemption countries and regions").
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
1 | Visa Application Form |
2 | Valid Passport
with at least 1.5 blank pages left |
3 | One 2”x 2” Photo
must be taken in front of a plain background and within the past 6 months |
4 | U.S. Visa (if applicble)
Please note: The Consulate general of Japan does NOT accept any applications from B-1 and B-2 U.S. visa holders. |
5 | Copy of Proof of Residency
e.g., Driver’s license card, State ID card, or Utility Bill |
6 | Daily Schedule
Your plans during the trip that include dates, main activities, activity locations, and your accommodations. (Form) |
7 | Tentative Flight Itinerary
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8 | Hotel Confirmation
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9 | Bank Statement (most recent, one month)
*If your company will cover your business trip expense, you do not need to submit your bank statement. |
ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR BUSINESS TRIP
1 | Invitation Letter (any format) from the inviting company in Japan with signature. *If the company will be covering your trip expenses, then your letter must explain it. |
2 | Official Letter (any format) from your company in the U.S. with signature. *If the company will be covering your trip expenses, then your letter must explain it. |
ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR ATTENDING CONFERENCE
1 | Invitation Letter (any format) from the inviting company in Japan with signature. *If the company will be covering your trip expenses, then your letter must explain it. |
2 | Printed Document explaining the conference from the conference’s website or information pamphlet. |
ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR VISITING FAMILY/FRIENDS
1 | Invitaion Letter from a relative/friend (Form ) |
2 | Invitor's ID card e.g., Japanese resident card or U.S. Military order |
3 | ALL Documents listed below if your family/friends will cover your trip expense:
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