Latest Conditions and Procedures for Obtaining a Japan Tourist Visa

Japan is very systematic in granting entry visas to foreigners. However, Japan always facilitates those who apply for visas for legitimate purposes without falsifying documents. To increase your chances of approval, it's crucial to understand the conditions and procedures for obtaining a Japanese visa, as outlined in this article!

The process to apply for a Japan tourist visa is not overly complicated if you prepare all the necessary documents in your application.

1. Do You Need a Visa to Travel to Japan?

Currently, Vietnamese citizens need to apply for a visa to travel to Japan, except for some special cases. Therefore, when planning to visit the Land of the Rising Sun, you should prepare a complete application for a quick tourist visa approval.

2. Is It Difficult to Apply for a Japan Tourist Visa?

Applying for a Japan tourist visa on your own can be somewhat complex for first-timers. Therefore, if traveling in a group, consider using a service company or joining a tour for a more seamless experience.

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3. Conditions for Applying for a Japan Tourist Visa

In principle, your tourist visa for Japan will be granted if you meet the following general criteria:

• - Applicants must have a valid passport and ensure the right to re-enter their country of citizenship or residence.

• - All documents in the application must be accurately verified.

• - The applicant’s activities and residence during the visa period must comply with the immigration laws.

• - Applicants must not fall under the categories listed in section 1 of the immigration law.

Your Japan visa will be granted if you meet the general standards for documents in the application.

4. Procedures for Applying for a Japan Tourist Visa Independently

To apply for a Japan tourist visa, prepare and accurately compile the following basic documents in your application:

For more detailed information on applying for a Japan entry visa for Vietnamese citizens, you can visit [Here].

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5. Additional Notes When Applying for a Japan 

Tourist VisaDuring the visa application process for traveling to Japan, keep in mind a few things to expedite your application approval:

• If applying as a group, mark the sequence number (1, 2, 3,...) on each application form and other documents.

• Prove the relationship among group members.

• For proving friendship, use clear, front-facing photos. However, not everyone needs to be in the same photo.

• Organize and number the visa applications of all members before submission.

Note:

• The application should include basic documents. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• The visa reception may request additional documents or an interview.
• Failure to supplement documents or attend an interview will halt the application process.
• Most embassies will not issue visas early, except in special humanitarian cases.
• The processing time for a Japan visa may take several weeks, so it's best to apply as early as possible.
• Submit a photocopy if you wish to keep the original.
• All documents must be submitted within 3 months from the date of issuance, except for certain documents with specified validity.
• Photocopies are acceptable, but originals may be requested.

 The embassy may request additional documents or an interview.

6. Where to Apply for a Japan Tourist Visa?

Visit the Japanese Embassy in your area to apply for a Japan tourist visa. In Vietnam, you can apply for a Japan visa in major cities like Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Da Nang, specifically:

- Japanese Embassy in Hanoi

  Address: 27 Lieu Giai, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi, Vietnam

  Working hours:

Note:

• The Embassy provides instructions on Japanese visa application procedures, clearly stating which documents are issued by which agency. This is to prevent falsification of documents in visa applications.

• The Japanese Embassy will strictly handle cases of applying for visas with fake documents, and refuse to issue visas for the same purpose within 6 months.

- Japanese Embassy in Ho Chi Minh City

Address: 261 Dien Bien Phu, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City

Working hours:

Note:

• The embassy provides guidelines on the Japan visa application process, specifying which documents are issued by which authority. This is to prevent fraudulent document submission in visa applications.

• The Japanese Embassy will strictly handle cases of visa applications with falsified documents, and will refuse to issue visas for similar purposes within 6 months.

-Japanese Embassy in Da Nang

        Address: A17-18-19, Street 2/9, Binh Thuan Ward, Hai Chau District, Da Nang City, Vietnam.

Note:

• The Consulate General of Japan in Da Nang is currently making appointments at the consulate counter.

• The Consulate General of Japan in Da Nang does not accept appointments via email, so you can contact the hot number (+84-(0)236-3555-535) to make an appointment before checking in.

• When applying for a visa, bring your passport or government-issued photo ID.

Documents in the Japanese tourist visa application need to be provided by a state agency.

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7. Frequently Asked Questions

If you are applying for a visa for the first time, you may encounter some questions during the process, specifically:

7.1 How long does it take to get a Japanese visa?

The minimum processing time for a Japan visa is 8 days from the date of application. However, processing time can last up to several weeks depending on each case. Specifically, the Japanese Embassy's working hours are from Monday to Friday (8:30 am - 4:45 pm).

7.2 How much is the Japanese tourist visa application fee?

From April 1, 2023, the one-time Japanese visa application fee is 520,000 VND.

7.3 How long is the validity period of a Japan tourist visa?

Currently, a Japanese tourist visa is valid for 3 months from the date of issue. Additionally, the minimum stay is 15 days or more, short-term stays in Japan are limited to 90 days.

Short-term tourist visa to Japan is valid for a maximum of 90 days.

Actual process Applying for a tourist visa to Japan will not be complicated if you clearly understand the procedures and prepare all the necessary documents as required by the embassy. This will minimize potential problems and speed up the approval process. Wishing you a quick visa application process to have an enjoyable and memorable trip.

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