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With regards to visa inquiries, you can contact “Foreign Residents Support Center (FRESC) MOFA Visa Information” or “the Japan Visa Information Hotline” listed on the website of the Embassy or Consulate General of Japan. Due to the complex nature of visa requirements, we are UNABLE to respond to visa-related inquiries made through this website at the moment. We advise you to contact the Consular Section of the Embassy or Consulate General of Japan nearest you for more information and advice.

If you are a foreign national, please click the links below for specific information related to respective subjects.

1. Visa Application Procedures

2. about visa.

• 3. Visa Application Documents

4. Frequently Asked Questions

5. announcements.

• 6. Inquiries Concerning Visas
• Be aware of fraudulent website, social media, emails in an attempt to extract payments from visa applicants (July 5, 2017)

Short-Term Stay

(A stay of up to 90 days for tourism, business, visiting friends or relatives, etc. that does not include remunerative activities)

Click on the nationality of the visa applicant traveling to Japan.

Visa exemption arrangements have been resumed from 0:00 am (JST) on October 11, 2022.

It is highly recommended to purchase international travel medical insurance for your trip to Japan. Overseas travel medical insurance helps you in case of emergency.

Work or Long-Term Stay

(A stay during which the applicant performs remunerative work in Japan or a stay of over 90 days in Japan, etc.)

• Procedures chart for long-term stays
• The Working Holiday Programmes in Japan
• Japan’s Pre-Entry Tuberculosis Screening

Visa for Medical Stay

Visa exemptions for diplomatic and official passport holders.

• Points to Note and Application Procedures
• Visa Processing Time
• Validity of a Visa
• Criteria of Visa Issuance
• Visas and Landing Permission

3. Visa Application Documents (download)

• (Note1) Refer to [1. Visa Application Procedures] for details of documents required.
• (Note3) Visa application forms that are not in the QR code (PDF) format cannot be saved. Please print a paper copy of the Visa application.
• Visa application form
• Tell me why you rejected my visa application.
• I want to go to Japan. Do I need a visa?
• I want to invite a foreign national to Japan. What procedures are necessary?
• What should I do to get a Certificate of Eligibility?
• The Certificate of Eligibility will not arrive by the time I apply for a visa. Can I still apply for a visa with its copy?
• As a “guarantor”, to what extent do I need to be responsible?

Newly introduced visas

• Special highly skilled professional (J-Skip)
• Designated activities (Future creation individual, Spouse or Child of future creation individual) (J-Find)
• Designated activities (Digital Nomad, Spouse or Child of Digital Nomad)

Review on restrictions on new entry of foreign nationals into Japan

• Application for Visa for foreign nationals eligible for Phased Measures toward Resuming Cross-Border Travel
• Border measures to prevent the spread of novel coronavirus (COVID-19)

Statistics for the Number of Visas

• Number of Visas Issued in 2021(May 31,2022)

Relaxation of Visa Requirements

• Visa Waiver Measure for Nationals of the Federative Republic of Brazil in Possession of Ordinary Passports(September 30, 2023)
• Signing of the Japan-Israel Working Holiday Agreement (April 28, 2023)
• Visa Waiver Measure for Nationals of the State of Qatar based on Ordinary Passport Registration System (April 2, 2023)
• Visa Waiver Measure for Nationals of the United Arab Emirates in Possession of Ordinary Passports (November 1, 2022)
• Japan’s Pre-Entry Tuberculosis Screening (April 3, 2020)
• Japan's Visa Policy in Accordance with Measures to Combat Trafficking in Persons (February 2009)

6. Inquiries about Visas Application

Foreign Residents Support Center (FRESC) MOFA Visa Information

Yotsuya Tower 13F, 1-6-1 Yotsuya, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, 160-0004 Navi-Dial: 0570-011000 (For some IP phones and calls from overseas, please call +81-3-5369-6577) Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:00

Related Links

• Websites of Japanese Embassies, Consulates and Permanent Missions

Temporary Visitor Visa

Who can use a temporary visitor visa, temporary visitors for business.

(1) The visa application form (see Documentation #1 below). (2) A valid passport (see Documentation #2 below). (3) A photo (see Documentation #3 below). (4) A certificate of completion of registration for the ERFS.

Additional documents may be requested.

Temporary Visitors Visiting Relatives or Acquaintances (*) *Only those who are deemed to have a relationship equivalent to relatives (betrothed or common-law marriage) or those who are deemed to have a need to visit Japan (to attend a wedding or funeral or to visit an acquaintance who is ill).

Visa Exemption

U.S. citizens and citizens of other countries which have a reciprocal visa exemption arrangement with Japan may be eligible to visit Japan without a visa for a short-term stay for the activities allowed to Temporary Visitors. For more information about reciprocal visa exemption arrangements, please click here . Important Notice ：Border enforcement measures to prevent the spread of novel coronavirus (COVID-19)

Documentation

Please be aware that we will decline applications that have incomplete documents. Each Temporary Visitor Visa applicant must submit the following documents: * Consulate General of Japan will not make copies. If you need original documents, please bring the original plus one copy.

• An application form completed and signed. Blank forms are available at Japanese consular offices. You can also download by clicking on visa application form ( Sample ) in PDF format. Chinese citizens must write their names in Chinese characters, as well as in Roman letters. Korean citizens in principle are asked to write their names in Chinese characters, as well as in Roman letters. Please include your e-mail address and contact phone information. An applicant with an arrest or criminal record must provide a copy of his/her court and/or arrest record (including cases that ended with an acquittal or pardon), along with an English translation of those documents if they are in any language other than English. Even if the case did not go to trial, please provide a letter that explains in detail the circumstances surrounding the arrest. We would like to know about the charges, time served, fees paid, and probation (if any).
• Valid passport ( original plus one photo copy of the face page) with sufficient space for a visa (This means at least one empty, blank visa page. US passports use the rear pages for amendments, and are not acceptable as blank visa pages ). If you already have a valid Japanese visa in your passport, please include a signed consent form as shown in the sample at this link: http://www.ny.us.emb-japan.go.jp/en/d/Consent.pdf . If you submit a PERMIT TO REENTER THE UNITED STATES or a REFUGEE TRAVEL DOCUMENT issued by the U.S. government, it must have a validity date at least six months beyond the date of visa application.
• A passport-sized photograph: 2-inch x 1.4-inch photograph on glossy photo paper taken within the last six months with plain background. Photograph may be attached to the application form with glue (not tape or staples) or you may submit the photograph unattached.
• Green Card or valid I-94 and U.S. resident visa to re-enter the United States (F or J visa holder must show an I-20 or DS-2019 with the valid signature of an appropriate official in order for re-entry). If you will be entering a third country after leaving Japan, you must show a valid visa to enter that country (or a national passport of that country). We ask that all applicants submit their original immigration documents (green card, I-20, etc.) or a NOTARIZED copy of the documents. * Please note: In principle we do not accept an application from B-1 and B-2 U.S. visa status holders.
• A confirmed reservation record of your round-trip flight to/from Japan. An e-ticket or print-out from a travel agency, airline or travel website is acceptable. The print-out should include: -Your name. -Your confirmation number/record locator. -Your airlines, flights and all departure and destination cities. -Your complete round-trip flight itinerary, starting and ending in the US. This should include all of the countries you are visiting other than Japan, if applicable. * Please note: We do not require the purchase of tickets, but we do require a confirmed reservation. We are not responsible for tickets which may be unusable due to the delay or denial of a visa. For those with non-revenue ticket holders: a) Actual Non-Revenue ticket (original plus copy of all pages), plus a printed entire flight information from the airline company b) A copy of the employee ID of the airline employee who obtained the flight coupon, or a letter from the airline proving the employee works for the airline, and that the applicant is authorized to use the non-revenue ticket
• If traveling for BUSINESS, original letter from applicant’s company signed by an authorized executive officer, on company letterhead, stating: a) applicant’s position in the company, duration of employment, and monthly or annual salary b) nature/purpose of visit in detail c) dates/duration of stay intended d) contact person, company name, address and phone number of business contact in Japan e) guarantee of financial support during applicant’s stay in Japan and return transportation from Japan * Additional documents may be requested during the course of examination.
• If going to attend a CONFERENCE, conference brochures plus a paid registration form and invitation will be required. In addition, a letter from the home institution/company giving the circumstances of the trip as in 6.a ) ～ 6.c ) from the visa applicant’s home institution/company, plus the applicant’s financial resources such as listed on 8.a) will be required.

Visa Fees Visa fees are determined according to reciprocal arrangements between Japan and the country of the applicant's nationality. Click here for Visa Fees.

Processing Time Please refer to our introduction page .

Applications by mail Please refer to our introduction page .

Note for Chinese nationals In general, Japanese Embassy/Consulates in China are not accepting Japanese tourist visa applications from Chinese nationals residing in other countries, and if you are planning to sightsee in Japan during your temporary stay in China or on the way back to the US, we recommend applying for a Japanese visa before leaving the US.

Note for Nationals of India Click here for outline of application procedures for Multiple Entry VISA ( English / Japanese )

Note for Nationals of Indonesia, the Philippines, and Vietnam Click here for outline of application procedures for Multiple Entry VISA ( English / Japanese )

JAPAN VISA APPLICATION FORM: Sample + How to Fill it Out

Whether you’re applying for a Japan Tourist Visa or a Visit Visa, the first thing you need to do is to get hold of a copy of the application form and fill it out appropriately. You can get a copy from the agency where you will be applying. But if you want to take care of it before you go to the agency, you can download a copy of the application form below with instructions.

Download the form here

How to fill out japan visa application form.

First, a few important reminders.

• Complete the form either by hand or electronically. Either is accepted. If you go the hand-written route, make sure that you write in block letters and that they are readable.
• In fields that don’t apply to you, write NA. Don’t leave any field blank.
• Print the form in an A4-size paper. Other sizes will be rejected.
• Paste a photo on the designated area. PASTE! DO NOT STAPLE! The photo must have been taken within the past 6 months.
• Use a black pen or font. Do not use pencil or one of those erasable pens.
• Avoid erasures! If it can’t be helped, use double line (2 strikethroughs). If there are too many erasures, start over. Never ever use correction tape or liquid.

Here are some parts of the form that you might have questions about. For the purpose of explanation, I filled out the form in big blue letters just to make it obvious. But when you complete your form, use BLACK.

• Given and middle names: Write both your given name AND your middle name (your mom’s last name).
• Other names: If you have a pen name or nickname or if you’re known by any other name, write it down. If none, write N/A.
• Place of birth: If you have no province and you’re born in Metro Manila, write METRO MANILA. For example, if you were born in Makati, write: Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines .
• Former and/or other nationalities or citizenships: Only if you have one. Write N/A if you have none.
• ID No. issued to you by your government: Any government-issued ID will do. I have tried using UMID. My cousin used Driver’s License. A few times, I wrote the passport number here too, I didn’t have any problem.
• Passport type: Ordinary.
• Passport number: Double check. Make sure it’s correct.
• Place of issue: You can write the city name. In the case of Manila, you can write MANILA. You can also be specific. I usually write DFA NCR EAST, because that’s what’s on my passport.
• Issuing authority: DFA.

• Purpose of visit to Japan: If applying as a tourist, write TOURISM. If you’re visiting a friend or family, write VISIT FRIEND/FAMILY.
• Intended length of stay in Japan: Number of days including the day of arrival.
• Port of entry into Japan: Name of the airport. It can be Kansai, Narita, Chitose, etc.
• Name of ship or airline: Just the name of the airline or the ship. It doesn’t matter if you’re already booked or not. If you’re concerned about funds, write a low-cost carrier like CEBU PACIFIC or JETSTAR.
• Names and addresses of hotels or persons with whom applicant intends to stay: If applying as a tourist, write down the name, address and telephone number of your hotel. If you don’t know the exact address or telephone number of your hotel, Google it! If applying to visit someone in Japan, write their name, address, and contact number.
• Dates and duration of previous stays in Japan. Write N/A if it’s your first time in Japan. If you’ve been to Japan before write the inclusive dates of your previous visits and the number of days. If you’ve been to Japan many times and it won’t fit, use a separate sheet and indicate it on the form.

• Your current residential address: If you have more than one address, list them all on a separate sheet.
• Telephone number: If you don’t have a landline number, write N/A.
• Current profession or occupation and position: Be truthful! If your current occupation or position doesn’t match the ITR you’re submitting (for example, you moved to another company), you can write a letter explaining it.
• Partner’s profession/occupation: If you’re single and of legal age, write N/A. If you’re married, write the profession of your partner. If for a minor, write the profession or occupation of parents.

• Guarantor/Inviter Info: If you’re applying as a tourist and you’re shouldering all expenses, write N/A in ALL of the fields. If you have a guarantor, write their details. If the guarantor is the same as the inviter, write SAME AS ABOVE in the INVITER fields.

• If you answered “Yes” to any of the above questions, please provide relevant details: If you answered NO to all the questions, write N/A.
• Signature: Sign it by hand. I’m not sure if digital signatures are accepted, but I doubt it. If the applicant is minor, a parent or legal guardian can sign, but the relationship must be indicated below the signature.

Other Japan Visa Requirements

To see the other requirements, visit this page: JAPAN VISA REQUIREMENTS

Frequently Asked Questions

1. my guarantor is based in the philippines, not japan. should i write my guarantor’s details in the fields under “guarantor or reference in japan”.

This is the most confusing part. Travel agencies have different takes on this.

The last time we asked Reli Tours, they said YES, even if the guarantor is based outside Japan, you should still write down their details under “Guarantor or reference in Japan”. They might have changed their stance but that’s what they said last time.

But some agencies like Attic Tours say that you should write down N/A instead.

To be sure, what I suggest is to leave them blank temporarily and ask the agency what to do when it’s time to submit your application. If they tell you to enter your guarantor’s details, then do so right there and then. If they say write N/A then do it then.

Or you can call the designated agency where you plan to lodge your application beforehand.

2. Should all documents be printed on A4-size paper including the ITR and bank certificate?

Documents that you have control of like Schedule of Stay, Application Form or even COE should be A4.

In my experience, I’ve submitted ITR printed on legal size and bank certificate on letter size, but they were all accepted regardless. But I’m not sure if that’s still the case now or if that’s always the case.

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Do i have to mention about my children or only my self and a husband? I dont see in the form about the children please answer my question thank you.

Ask ko lang, malaki ba chance na ma denied yung application mo pag may mga na leave ka na blank? like; other names, tel.no etc.?

Hi Kairu, group application? You will have to enumerate your companions in an additional form called “Accomplished List of Visa Applicants.”

More info here: https://www.thepoortraveler.net/2013/11/japan-visa-requirements-manila-philippines/

Hi sir, base sa nabasa Kong information galing po sa inyong blog. Regarding po sa “BANK CERTIFICATE issued 3months before”. Eh ung sakin po Kasi mag request palang ako today April 23, 2019 then tomorrow April 24, 2019 sya ma release. Balak ko po Sana straight nako sa Japan Embassy sa Manila. Isubmit ko na po together with other documents. Possible po ba na ma approve ako kahit recent palang ung bank Certificate ko?

Sir Iam Muhammad saif Pakistan Army retired security guard job interest

Hi Zarina, that’s perfectly fine.

I think you misunderstood. It’s NOT “issued 3 months before.” It should be issued within the past 3 months.

hi, if issued ung birth certificate last nov 2017 and mag apply ako visa this december 2018, pwede pa kaya i-allow yun?

Hindi po, kasi lagpas one year na.

Hi! What if i write down three addresses and they don’t fit in the space provided? should i just attach a separate piece of paper?

I think so.

Hi, my ticket was from Manila to Osaka, but when I applied visa, I indicated that port if entry is Narita. will this be accepted?

Hi mag apply sana ako ng tourist visa paano po ba kasi first time po. Pinag aaply ako ng bf ko nasa japan salamat po. Gusto ko sana guide agency pde poba iyon

Accepted where? If sa visa application, dapat consistent.

If na-grant ka na ng visa pero iba ung entry point mo sa dineclare mo, I think ok lang un.

can I submit my payroll bank account?

Pno kung kktpos lng ng contract s ibang bnsa as ofw, gusto mg apply ano illgay s profession no.16 in application form, tnx

Hi Arth, kung ako po nasa lugar nyo, kung ano po yung profession nyo abroad kahit na tapos na contract. Pero ako lang po yun.

Okei lang po kung hindi nailagay ang sign by mother/father dun sa signature?

My Guarantor po ako. Tapos dun sa mismong visa application yung sa may work ko now, my need ba ko ipasa na itr? Kasi dun sa instruction mo sabi mo dapat my need ako isubmit. If meron saan ko po pwede kunin?

If your current occupation or position doesn’t match the ITR you’re submitting.

Hi Michiko, if the ITR and current employment don’t match, you need to write a letter explaining that you recently moved to a new company etc.

Hi sir. Ask ko po. Bf ko po is my Japanese guarantor Dun sa no.19 ilalagay ko ba N/A or ilalagay yung last na occupation nya? Retired na po BF ko.

Hi Aquajennie, I think #19 is for married lang so NA pa rin. Ask mo na lang din agency to be sure.

Ask ko lng Dba Pag first tym mag apply ng late rigestration , dba need ng form 137 and baptismal , tpos ipasa na ung both original non…. So pano Po pag pang second apply na Po need pa ba ulit ng both original ng form 137 at baptismal sa pangalawang apply ng visa Po ?

Napaka-useful nitong blog mo. Ang daming kong nakuhang tips. Napakalinaw ng explanation. Thanks!!! Taga-West ka ga?

hey hello.. my name shehroz, im apply japan visa. please tell me how to apply japan visa and which document required to visa.

If you’re a Filipino applying in the Philippines, this is our guide: https://www.thepoortraveler.net/2013/11/japan-visa-requirements-manila-philippines/

Otherwise, I don’t know how to help. :(

Hello. Reg. sa ID Number, do I have to put the specified ID after the number? Or basta number lang?

Hello! Ask ko lang yung guarantor ko is my sister and she is working as “Seafarer” or seawoman. Sa Royal Caribbean Cruise siya. Problem is wala silang ITR. anong pwede pa ipasa aside sa bank certificate? payslip nila or contract? Ano pwede ipalit sa ITR? pls reply. thanks

Hi Donna, ang alam ko, pwede sya magsulat ng explanation letter. Tapos submit ng other docs in its stead like payslip or COE. :)

Pero best to consult a travel agency kasi mas alam nila ang dapat gawin.

OK. Another question is yung sa visa application form na “if you have guarantor” dun ko ba i-ffill up yung name ng sister ko (taga dito siya Phils) or its applicable lang sa mga nakatira sa Japan? should i put N/a.

Hi Donna, iba-iba yung stance ng travel agencies about that. May nagsasabi na ilagay ay N/A kasi para lang daw yan pag sa Japan ung guarantor. Meron naman nagsasabi na ilagay dyan ung guarantor kahit nasa Pilipinas. Tawag ka na lang sa agency kung saan ka mag-aapply kasi medyo iba-iba talaga.

Hello i really need some advice i am from pakistan n my brother applied for japan visa since last year through some sponsor and from last two months he said you will get your visa very soon but all in vain.kindly tell me wat ll we do to do to find out whether he applied or not

I’m sorry but I’m not familiar with the process when it comes to other nationalities. :(

Hi po. Kapag po ba ang guarantor is nakatira sa Philippines, kailangan po ilagay yung name sa Guarantor / reference in Japan? Or yung section po na yun is for guarantor who lives in Japan?

Hi Inna, iba-iba yung stance ng travel agencies about that. May nagsasabi na ilagay ay N/A kasi para lang daw yan pag sa Japan ung guarantor. Meron naman nagsasabi na ilagay dyan ung guarantor kahit nasa Pilipinas. Tawag ka na lang sa agency kung saan ka mag-aapply kasi medyo iba-iba talaga.

If visiting multiple cities, e.g. Osaka, Nagoya & Tokyo, dapat ba ilagay name and address ng lahat ng accommodations? or kahit yung sa port of entry lang?

Hi Ysa, di ko alam kung ano ba dapat ang gawin pero ang parati kong ginagawa kapag multi-city, isa lang ang nilalagay ko sa form tapos the rest ay sa Schedule of Stay (Daily Itinerary) ko na nilalagay. Tinatanggap and naaapprove naman.

I want to apply for the Japan visa for the first time now while I still have my job so I can provide the requirements needed like COE and ITR. But truthfully, I really wanna quit my job na pagktapos, so say for example, I’m lucky to get approved, do you think there’s a huge chance for me to be offloaded by the Immigration during my flight date kasi kahit may approved visa ako eh I cant present any work documents na kasi I was only employed upon visa application but unemployed na upon my Japan visit?

I understand na medyo mahirap ipredict ang mga bagay bagay pagdating sa Immigration but I just really wanna know your opinion/insight on this based on your own experience or probably other people you know.

Thanks a bunch!

What’s your travel history like? And with whom are you traveling?

Want to travel with my boyfriend. Asian countries pa lang napuntahan ko so far, South Korea is one of them.

Thanks for the response!

Another question po,should I strictly follow the scheduled activities and flights?Cant I deviate from it?I’m planning to write about the tour around tokyo. But if ever my application gets approved can I do multi-city tour?

Yep, you can deviate from your submitted itinerary. :)

Hello I have an apartment. What will I write in occupation?is it Business owner or Self employed?and the name of employer? is it Self or the name of apartment?

Ay, di ko po alam kapag ganyang case.:S

Hi! I plan to leave on January 2020 can I apply now for Visa?

No. See FAQ 4.9 in this post: https://www.thepoortraveler.net/2013/11/japan-visa-requirements-manila-philippines/#How_early_can_I_apply_for_a_Japan_visa

Thank you for the detailed guide. I plan to visit my aunt/cousins and probably spend the Christmas/new year holidays there. Is it alright if I fill my itinerary with tourist activity even tho I will be staying at their house?

First time and personal expense. Thank you!

Yep! That’s fine. When I handle my cousins’ applications to visit my sister, I also put tourist activities in the itinerary.

Hi Sir I would like to ask kung required po ba na ung ipapasa na birth certificate from local register this year din nakuha meron po kasi ako copy ng Civil Registry Form No. 1A kaso year 2016 pa. Yung PSA ko po kasi medyo malabo letter E sa name ko

Di ko po alam :(

Thanks anyway =)

Hello po. Ask ko lang about number 20. Yung guarantor lang po ba FROM japan yung ilalagay na details? O kahit na from philippines din? Bali group po kami, ung brother ko ung magguarantor sakin. Salamat po sa isasagot po nyo.

Hi Uma, nasagot ko na po ito sa ibang comments sa taas.

Iba-iba yung stance ng travel agencies about that. May nagsasabi na ilagay ay N/A kasi para lang daw yan pag sa Japan ung guarantor. Meron naman nagsasabi na ilagay dyan ung guarantor kahit nasa Pilipinas. Tawag ka na lang sa agency kung saan ka mag-aapply kasi iba-iba talaga.

Hello! Good day!

Meron po akong gurantor/sponsor sa Japan, He’s a Friend, Permanent resident na po sya sa japan, do I still have to pass and ITR and Bank certificate kahit meron naman na po syang pinadalang mga papers like ITR/Bank certificate.

Though I don’t have ITR and COE yet because kaka pasa ko pa lang po sa boards, ano po kayang possibleng ipakita ko for proof na uuwi ako sa pinas, though I have an exam this October 27, for med. Okay na po kaya yun and my review center?

So much appreciated po for the answer.

This post might help: https://www.thepoortraveler.net/2018/03/japan-visa-requirements-with-guarantor/

If may guarantor, usually di na need ng employment and financial docs. Pero may mga cases na pede pa rin humingi ang embassy.

Thabks you! Oh paano po yan, since, what i said po i just passed my board exam so wala pa po akong work talaga :( so wala pa akong itr and coe .

Though volunteer pa lang po ako now sa redcross dahil wala pa pong bukas na hiring, pwede ko din ba ilagay dun sa form volunteer medtech ganun po? Position and occupation.

For me, if unemployed pa, the safest is to find a guarantor, preferably close relative. Mas straightforward kasi un. And Japan is one of the few countries na hindi kiss of death ang pagkakaroon ng sponsor.

Pag ipilit mo kasi to apply without ITR, you will need to write an explanation letter. Pero pwede rin naman yun. Feeling ko lang mas ok ang chances if my guarantor, in your case. Pero feeling ko lang yan ha. :)

Good evening po. Kailangan po ba talaga na mag pa reserve ng place to stay online before submitting JP Visa Application?

Nope. You just need to know where you PLAN to stay. No reservation needed. You just need the hotel name, address and contact number.

Hi sir.. ask ako about itr, below 250000 yong sahod ko annualy, so tax extemted ako, paano ba yan sir? need ba resibo sa itr? tnx

Hi Mark, usually kahit tax-exempted, meron pa rin dapat na ITR from your employer. Nakalagay lang na zero tax.

Di naman need ng resibo sa experience namin.

If wala ka talaga ITR, pwede ka gumawa ng explanation letter kung bakit. Pero mas maganda talaga kung meron.

Hi! Question! Dapat ba one page lang yung form kapag prinint? Harap at likod? :) Or pwedeng 2 pages? Thank you!

Kami 2 pages pag nagsusubmit

Hello, all set na po lahat ng finillupan ko for VISA, ang tanong ko lang po is yung balance ng bank account ko is almost empty bago magfirst week of the month. I plan to stay for 7 days, including the time of arrival and departure. How much po yung needed para mapprove ako?

See FAQ #11 here: https://www.thepoortraveler.net/2013/11/japan-visa-requirements-manila-philippines/#How_much_money_should_I_have_in_the_bank_to_get_approved

Good day po . Paano po kung unang country ko po na pupuntahan ay Japan . ppwede po ba kong kumuha ng visa? posible po kaya na maapprove po ?

Hi Dess, pwede pa rin naman. Mas may laban ka lang talaga pag may travel history na. Pero di naman ibig sabihin na denied agad pag di pa nakapunta ng ibang bansa.

Pano po ba mapapakita yung travel history sa pag pasa ng requirements? Bago lang kasi yung passport ko and nasa luma yung mga stamps.

You can submit photocopy of your past visas and stamps.

Hi po Yoshke, I am also a blogger and wala akong employer. Do you think okay na ilagay kong occupation is “Blogger” (similar to the one in your example) tapos N/A na lahat ng employer info?

Hi Lott, I wouldn’t recommend that. I think red flag pag N/A ang employer.

Need mo na ba magtravel to Japan agad? Is your blog your source of income?

Hello, please review po if tama yung procedures ko for getting my wife and son. 1. Application of COE, once na mareleased to ippdala ko lng po ito sa wife ko. 2. Apply lng po ni wifey ko sa Accredited agency ng Japan embassy sa pinas (e.g RELI TOURS & TRAVEL AGENCY,South Park 123, SM Mall of Asia, Bay City, Pasay City). 3. Wait for the release of visa then can go to Japan na.

Questions. For #2. Yun po bang application for ei handwritten at dun na fill upan sa agency or before going to agency pwedi prepare na? Yung po bang visa cost ei is per person? Normally po ganu ktgal marelease yung visa? Appreciate your advice po.

What do you mean “getting my wife and son”? Ang plan nyo po ba ay for them to move to Japan or mag-visit lang short-term?

If short-term lang, to answer your questions: 1. Pwede mo sya i-fill up beforehand para mabilis na ung process pag andun ka. Pag may di ka sure, i-blank mo na lang muna tapos ask the staff pag andun ka na.

2. Cost is per person.

3. Normally, 7 days ang processing.

For more information, visit: https://www.thepoortraveler.net/2018/03/japan-visa-requirements-with-guarantor/

Ask lang, kasi recently lang ako nagresign sa company ko 6 months ago and now helping sa family business namin. I am applying for a Japanese Visa for vacation sa november with regards to submitting an ITR, do I still need to include the ITR of my last company, plus a letter explaining why wala po akong ITR ngayon?

Another question is kung need ba maglagay ng guarantor provided na I am working sa family business? thank you po sa pagsagot :)

Hi Raymund,

Wala pa naman talagang ITR for 2019. Submit mo yung for 2018 tapos gawa ka explanation letter to say na you’re involved sa family business na.

Whether or not kailangan mo ng guarantor, depende sa finances mo.

Thanks for the step-by-step guide! Big help! Just a few follow up questions:

1.) Do I need to print and include my booking confirmation from the hostel I’ll be staying in? 2.) Other than the visa application form, should the rest of the documents (bank cert, COE, ITR, schedule of stay) be printed in A4 as well? 3.) How many photos should I submit to the agency?

Thanks in advance!

I’m assuming you’re applying for a tourist visa in the Philippines.

1. Not really. Hotel reservation is not a requirement. They just need to know where you PLAN to stay. You can still submit hotel reservations but it’s not a requirement.

2. Documents that you have control of like Schedule of Stay, App Form or even COE should be A4. In my experience, I’ve submitted ITR printed on legal size and bank certificate on letter size, wala namang naging problem. But I’m not sure if that’s still the case.

3. Just one.

Also do I need to print a copy of my government-issued ID and submit to the agency?

Thanks again!

hi goodafternoon po

1.)ask ko lang po since apat kaming mag aapply ako at 2kapatid then mother ko then yung mother ko ang aming guarantor pwede bang isang ITR na lng i provide namin and need ba naka A4 size din yung clear copy ng ITR?

2.)ask ko rin po kung pwede bang hand written ang fill up namin sa documents?

Hi Saidrex,

1. Sa experience ko po when I applied with family, 1 copy lang pinrovide namin. Actually, may dala kaming maraming copies pero 1 lang ang kinuha. Just make sure you also fill out the form called “List of Visa Applicants” para alam nila na group kayo. More info here: https://www.thepoortraveler.net/2013/11/japan-visa-requirements-manila-philippines/

2. Yep. Madalas handwritten ako magsubmit.

Dear Sir, I’m planning to go to Japan this Dec. Kaso i was worried pagdating sa immigration bcos i dont have any job or should i say housewife na lng ako now..ano ba mga needed docs na hihingin nila or malabo ang chances ko na mtatakan nila passport ko?thank you..sna matulungan mo ako

Hi yoshke Kaylangan ba mag submit ng travel clearance ang applicant(minor) to get a japan visa and what if kung baptismal lang ang isa submit dahil iba na ang address ng applicant(minor) nung nag aral sya. Yung applicant(minor) is 7yrs.old, grade2.

Hi Juvelyn,

Di naman po needed ang travel clearance pag visa application, sa experience ko applying for my niece and nephew.

Regarding baptismal/school record, di ko po alam ano gagawin sa case nyo po.

Good day. Ask ko lang re: filling application form. I will accompany my mom during our trip and will be covering for her expenses. I live and work in the Philippines. Should I fill-up the “Guarantor” area with my details? And then put N/A in the “inviter” area? Thank you so much!

Hi Dale, this has been asked many times in the Comments section, so I’m adding an FAQs section to this article na lang. See the new updates. Thanks!

Hi po. Ask ko lang po kasi hinahabol ko yung promo ng ticket for Japan and balak ko na syang bayaran tom. kahit mag aapply pa lang ako ng visa. Non refundable nga yung ticket and i take the risk na ipabook na kc sayang ung promo. Ask ko lang kung madami bang nadedeny s pagkuha ng visa application ? Im worrying din kc i cant provide for my itr but i have travelled several countries na like hongkong, taiwan and indonesia. Ano kayang chances ko na maapprove ang visa ko? Thanks.

Mahirap po ma-determine ung chances nang konti lang ang information.

Pero di naman ganun ka-strict ang Japanese embassy.

I just want to be honest, I have been deported in year 1999 in Japan,for overstaying because my family that time was financially unstable, I was lucky then to have a Japanese couple who treated me so well in a laundry shop so I rendered in return best of my ability in that work. My employer treated me so well, that some of my filipino co-workers envy me in that situation, my employer then was planning to get my children so we live together while I work with them, so they reported me to the Immigration. sad to say it ended to a broken marriage…Since then I became a single parent, with Gods blessing I was again blessed to have employed in the Philippine Government again until today. I am now in my senior age, all sons are now professionals, I want to visit Japan again , to treat myself as a single mom. Please help me.

You could still possibly enter Japan because your ban period elapsed though it is not still guaranteed that you might get an entry visa for tourist as immigration has records of you already. You can try with all the papers that supports your financial capability and strong ties to your country as it will tell them that you are going back to your country. Good luck!

Hi Ma’am Nilda,

Unfortunately, I do not have any idea on what to do for cases like yours. :(

I think it’s best to consult a travel agency for that because they might know better.

Hi, Yoshke.

Pwede ba mag pasa ng dalawang bank / bank certificate (BPI/BPO)?

Hi Den, yep!

Dear sir, I am planning to go to japan in the month of December,i am not sure on which date i will arrive in japan its either 22 December or 25 December.In my application form if i write 22 December i will be arriving in japan and submit to the embassy,but then afterwards i change my arrival to 25th December is it ok if i do that

Hi Sam, yes, that’s alright, as long as it’s still within the validity period of the visa.

Hi po. Ask ko lang po ang opinion nyo reg my situation. Wala po akong, itr, coe or business reg. self employed po ako, i buy n sell used cars, sa letter of explanation ko, ilalagay ko link ng fb page ko para makita ng consul mga binebenta kong cars. May 7 figures po ako sa bank. What do u think of my chance getting tourist visa approve? Thanks

Hi Marie, di ko po kayo masagot nang sure. Usually pag walang ITR, nadadala naman sa explanation letter + other proof of income. Pero parang malabo ung FB page kasi madali lang namang gumawa ng FB page.

Hi po! ano po kayang mas maganda, indicate ko po na may inviter ako (boyfriend ko) or mas ok po na wag na lang para di nila isipin na mag stay ako dun as tnt?

Just want to ask what is 60K enough money in the bank to have better chance of Japan Visa approval? I’ve been to 4 countries outside of the Philippines but it is my first time to apply for a Visa. Hope you can help.

Hi Ann. Merong mga naaapprove na 60K lang ang laman ng bank account. Depends on how long your trip is and sometimes, your ITR.

My apologies for the typo in my previous question. I wanted to ask if 60k is enough savings in the bank for Japan Visa application. I’m planning to visit Tokyo for 4 days. I’ve been to 4 countries outside of the PH but it is my first time to apply for a Japan Visa.

Hi, I am planning to book a trip to Japan for 5 days to visit my relatives and go for sightseeing as well. I live in Canada and I’m applying for a visa from my country. Regarding the question of what is my occupation, I don’t have a job and I’m currently a full-time student. In that case, what do I put?

Hi. I intend to visit three cities in Japan (Matsuyama, Hiroshima, and Kyoto). I plan to stay in 3 different hotels, too. How do I fill out the application form, given that the space is not enough to mention the three hotels (name and address)?

Yung ginawa ko, ung first lang ang sinulat ko sa form tapos the rest, sa Schedule of Stay ko na nilagay . :)

Hi,gusto ko po sanang mag tour sa Japan for two weeks at iyong guarantor ko po is only my boyfriend. Pwde po ba iyon? Sa tingin ko parang mahirap nga kasi boyfriend ko lang… Pwde ko po bang ilagay na Instead boyfriend iyong guarantor ko ay friend nalang. Please I need your advice. Thanks

I am a senior citizen and this will be my 4th travel to Japan ,with my husband. But now my husband is already retired and no ITR to present. But we have Bank certificates. do you think this is enough proof we have money to travel? Thank you.

Hi po! Di ko po sigurado. Pwede po kayong magsulat ng letter explaining na he’s retired.

Pero best to contact the travel agency where you plan to lodge your application to be sure po.

I already have a multiple-entry visa for Japan. I would like to apply one for my baby who will be barely 1 year old by the time we plan to fly to Japan.

Also, I did not indicate her birth father on her birth certificate. She has my last name.

What requirements do I need?

Am not sure if you are able to answer this but I’ll try since we went to Japan multiple times already. Is it ok to apply for Japan Visa for a newly release passport? My friend told me that the passport should be active after 6 months from the release before applying for Visa. Is it true?

I have never heard that rule before.

But my niece got her passport September and we applied for a Japan visa 3 WEEKS later. She was granted a visa October same year. That’s way shorter than 6 months but she was still granted a visa.

Hello I have two bank certificates one with my name only and the other an ITF bank account with my mom. Should I still put my Mom as my guarantor? or Is it okay not anymore since my name appears in the account name. thank you.

Since you have a bank account with your name only, you can apply on your own without guarantor. Assuming, of course, it has sufficient funds and you have ITR too. :)

My ITR(2018) is still using my old address. Will this have issue with the current residential address I used in my other IDs?

What other IDs?

Not sure if magiging issue. But to be safe, you can simply write an explanation letter.

Hi! I just want to ask if possible mag apply for ME visa kahit naka guarantor lang? First timers po kami ng mom and brother ko, guarantor po namin father ko. Will probably go back sa Japan after our April trip. Or should we apply for SE only? Thank you!

If you fall under the categories here, pwede: https://www.thepoortraveler.net/2017/03/japan-visa-multiple-entry-requirements/

HI , on the “ID no Issued to you by your government” section , do i need to specify if this is a SSS id umid , passport etc ID? Example CRN-123456789452(UMID)

Me, I usually indicate the type of ID. :D

which date should i write on date of issue? like the date i issued my visa or the date of going to japan? I can’t book a plane yet cuz of corona. So there is no certain date.

The one on Page 1? Date of issuance of PASSPORT.

Hi. I just wanna ask, may sister po ako sa Japan and dun na sya nakatira. Kapag nag apply po ba ako ng tourist visa kahit unemployed ako may chance po ba na maapprove kasi may guarantor? Thank you.

Hi! Your blog is very useful especially sa mga first timer na gaya ko. If I may ask po, I already have ticket for September 16-24, 2021 but I don’t have a hotel to stay kasi andun naman yung bf ko. But he’s not my guarantor. Can I put his address sa place to stay po?

Hi Marinelle! Thanks for your comment.

I’m assuming VISIT visa yung inaapplyan mo.

Yes, pwede mo ilagay ung address niya sa address (#14 sa post).

OK lang naman na yung pagse-stayan mo ay hindi mo guarantor or na wala kang guarantor. Just make sure na sa next page, leave the GUARANTOR section with N/A answers tapos ung INVITER section ung i-fill out mo.

Very helpful po. Thank you so much! God bless and stay safe po. :)

Can I Travel to Japan I’m a US Green Card Holder

Required po ba magpasa ng COE?

I want to apply with my Wife for Japan Tourist Visa but she is not working currently so Bank Statement with Salary Credit she cannot show but I have all documents line Bank Statement, Employeer NOC etc.

Now my wife needs to fill separate Application form or I can fill her details in list of Visa Applicants?

Kindly guide.

Each applicant need to submit a separate application form. The list of visa applicants is just a reference to check which applicants are traveling together.

Hi. What if may guarantor, do i still need ITR and bank statements? Thanks.

Hi Yoshke! This post is so helpful. Just a question with a particular item on the application form tho! I am a Virtual Assistant and I registered myself in BIR as self-employed. When it comes to item # 18: (Name and Address of Employer part) – Should I write my name (since that’s how I registered the business, under my name) or Should I write my current client’s information? Thank you so much!

hi, if wala pa kong hotel and ticket, anong isusulat? :(

Di naman po required ang hotel and ticket. Kung ano pa lang ang target mong sakyan and pagstay-an.

Hi!! Thank you so much for this guide! Just a quick question. I’m a virtual assistant and currently working for just one client now. I registered myself in BIR as a professional as well (so I can file my taxes next year). In the employer name section, should I just write the name/company of my client? Or should I use my BIR information (business is just my name tho.)? Thank youuuu!

If I remember correctly, when I was a freelancer, I just wrote my job title / self-employed, and wrote by business name as registered.

(I think I’ve also tried writing my client’s company name on another occasion, but I also wrote a cover letter to explain it.)

Freelancer din po ako. Pano po kaya pag 2 employers. Balak ko ilagay name ng emloyers ko sa form pero pang isa lang ung space sa form. Okay lang na ilagay ko sya pareho sa space na un?or do i need another sheet?

Hi, i have always been using your page as a ref every time i’m doing an application.but this time, i cannot find anywhere on how i can list all the hotels given that the space is very limited. Please help what should i do? Thank you!

If I remember correctly, you can just use a separate sheet. List them down and their details (address, phone number) and corresponding dates of stay on another page.

Hi, just wanna ask if I have to sign beside a mistaken information I fill in the form or I can just leave 2 strike throughs? Thanks

Ano po sinsavi sa baba na number of application max*10 po?un mag papa appointment ka sa consulate ng japan sa uae ng pa visa appointment.malaki kaliwanagan kung masagot nyo po sir Josh.

Naku di po ako familiar sa system sa consulate ng Japan sa ibang bansa.

Hi! I have a question.

Since yung guarantor ko po is My Mom with Permanen residence na sa Japan.

May kailangan pa po ba siyang kunin doon sa Japan Embassy? Or/May kailangan pa ba lagyan ng red ribbon yung letter of invitation and Letter of Guarantee?

For visa application, wala naman po. Need nyo lang po nung Guarantee letter, and Income Certificate (Shotoku Shomeisho) from City Hall, Tax return certificate (Nouzeishomeisho: Form 2) from Tax office (Kakuteishinkokusho Hikae), OR Bank Certificate (Yokin Zandaka Shomeisho). Best if you have all three.

Need po ng stamp ng mom mo ‘yung docs na ‘yan.

Hi po, hope na makita niyo po yung comment ko. I just wanted to clarify paano po yung counting sa intended length of stay? If for example April 1- 7 yung schedule, will it be 7 days po ba or 6 days? Thank you

Hi Van! If tama ang alala ko, it should be 7 days. Day of Arrival is considered Day 1.

Hi, how are you? Sir, ask ko lang po kapag ba student applicant sa part po na current profession or occupation and position ang ilalagay po ay Student then sa Name and Address of employer po ilagay po ba pangalan at address ng school or NA lang po ilagay ko? Please advise po if ano po dapat ilagay. Salamat po in advance. God Bless

Pano kung di ko na matandaan yung exact dates nung previous stay ko sa Japan? di ko narin mahanap yung old passport ko to check :(

Hi, Dun po sa part ng employer section ng form, Pano po if I am working directly to my client (remote work direct client US) and I have three clients, is it okay lang po to put the names of my clients? Thank you

Hi. I am planning to apply for a multiple-entry visa (I already traveled to Japan early this year on single-entry) this week. And at the same time, I’m in the talks of moving to a new job/employer, though,I haven’t signed any contract yet (no start date yet) with the new employer and haven’t resigned from the current employer because everything is in the process of negotiations pa. I just want to ask, if magaapply ako ng visa this week, is it correct to put in NAME OF THE EMPLOYER field in the application form yung current employer ko pa din? I want to take a break sana before starting in the new job. Thanks!

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• MULTIPLE ENTRY VISA for TOURIST (For Philippine National)

• All documents must be in A4 size. Documents of other size must be copied into size A4 and please submit together with the original..
• Photo size is 45×35mm(2×1.4in). Application form and photo size were revised.　Please use revised application form and photo(45×35ｍｍ）.
• Please DO NOT USE FRICTION ERASABLE PEN in visa application form and in all documents.
• Please make sure all documents legally obtained and DO NOT SUBMIT FALSIFIED DOCUMENTS.
• WE FREQUENTLY GET QUESTIONS ON "HOW MUCH" money should be indicated on the bank certificate. Although the embassy did not release any guidelines on this or any minimum amount. 　It is best to show your biggest but truthful balance. Please call for personal appearance, requirements and others.
•  Please DO NOT PURCHASE any form of travel arrangement prior to the release of your visa application results. Delays and Denials do occur.

MULTIPLE ENTRY TEMPORARY VISITOR'S VISA (Philippine National)

In celebration of the 40the ASEAN-Japan Friendship and Cooperation, the Government of Japan started on July 1st, 2013 the issuance of multiple-entry visas for short-term stay to nationals of the Republic of the Philippines who reside in their home country.

　※Please refer to PDF file of The Japanese Embassy about details. 　　　　  Pease Click Here & Download

※ Download and Print   REASON FOR REQUESTING MULTIPLE ENTRY VISA  (pdf file) Submission of requirements does not guarantee issuance of Multiple Entry Visa.

※ Please make sure all documents legally obtained and　 DO NOT SUBMIT FALSIFIED DOCUMENTS.

1. Eligible Applications  (all of the following condition must be applicable)

• Philippines national holding a Machine-Readable Passport(MRP) or ordinary IC passport that meets ICAO standards.
• Applicants who intend to engage in activities corresponding to those permitted for "Temporary Visitors"
• Applicants who wish to apply for a multiple entry visa for short-term stay

2. Conditions for Issuance  (should be any of the following)

• Applicant with history of travel as temporary visitor to Japan in the last three (3) years; has no known violation of domestic laws of Japan nor had problem with immigration regarding entry and status during the period of stay; and has sufficient financial capacity to support expenses for travel and stay. >>Read  REQUIREMENTS
• Applicant with history of travel as temporary visitor to Japan in the last three (3) years; has no known violation of domestic laws of Japan nor had problem with immigration regarding entry and status during the period of stay; and several history of travel as temporary visitor to G7 countries(excluding Japan) in the last three (3) years. >>Read  REQUIREMENTS
• Applicant with abundant financial capacity >>Read  REQUIREMENTS
• Spouse or child of (3) >>Read REQUIREMENTS

【APPLICANTS WHO FALL UNDER 2-(1) ABOVE】

REQUIREMENTS 1:EXPLANATION LETTER FOR REQUESTING MULTIPLE ENTRY VISA  (by applicant)

• Please fill in embassy prescribed form "Reason For Requesting Multiple Entry Visa", and check items that apply and fill in reason for request

2: PHILIPPINE PASSPORT (ICAO standard MRP or IC ordinary passport)

• Broken passport is not accepted. Passports must be signed and must have at least two(2) blank visa pages.

3: VISA APPLICATION FORM

• Application Form Size:  A-4 size (21.0×29.7cm) Application form should be filled out all items correctly. If items is not applicable, please fill in [N/A]. Embassy may not accept application with blank item, no signature or no date in the form. Embassy may deny the application that is filled out incorrectly or wrong information.
• Photo size is 45×35mm(2×1.4in) with white background. Photo must be taken within 6 months. Please write applicant's name and birthday on back side of the photo. Photo must be pasted on the application form. -- Please put on glue each corners

5: SCHEDULE OF STAY IN JAPAN

6: PROOF OF TRAVEL TO JAPAN IN THE LAST THREE (3) YEARS

• Old or recent passport with used temporary visitor visa and landing permission stamps

7: INCOME TAX RETURN OF APPLICANT

• Clear photocopy / latest

8: PROOF OF FINANCIAL CAPACITY

• Applicant's bank deposit balance certificate Dividend certificate of stock etc. as proof of sufficient economic status

【APPLICANTS WHO FALL UNDER 2-(2) ABOVE】

• Specs: 4.5×4.5cm, with white background. Photo must be taken within 6 months. Please write applicant's name and birthday on back side of the photo. Photo must be pasted on the application form. -- Please put on glue each corners

7: PROOF OF SEVERAL TRAVEL AS TEMPORARY VISITOR TO G7 COUNTRIES IN THE LAST THREE (3) YEARS

• Old or recent passport with entry visas and immigration stamps

【APPLICANTS WHO FALL UNDER 2-(3) ABOVE】

• Please fill in embassy prescribed form "Reason For Requesting Multiple Entry Visa", and check items that apply and fill in reason for request.

6:BIRTH CERTIFICATE   -ORIGINAL-

• It must be issued within one year from PSA Main Office/Serbilis Outlet Center(Nationwide). If the birth certificate from Philippine Statistics Office(PSA) is unreadable, or has incomplete information, please submit the birth certificate issued by PSA together with a birth certificate issued by the Local Civil Registrar.If the birth certification is "late registration", please submit in addition, a Baptismal Certificate and School Record(form 137) from high school or elementary and School Yearbook(if possible).If there is no record in PSA, please submit a "Certificate of None-Record" from PSA together with a birth certificate from the Local Civil registrar.

7:MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE (if the applicant is married)  -ORIGINAL-

• It must be issued within one year from PSA Main Office/Serbilis Outlet Center(Nationwide). In case there is no record in PSA, please submit a "Certificate of None-Record" from PSA together with the Marriage certificate from the Local Civil Registrar.

8:APPLICANT'S INCOME TAX RETURN (Form 2316) clear photocopy(latest).

9: PROOF OF FINANCIAL CAPACITY

【APPLICANTS WHO FALL UNDER 2-(4) ABOVE】

6:INCOME TAX RETURN OF GUARANTOR (Form 2316) clear photocopy(latest).

7: GUARANTOR'S PROOF OF FINANCIAL CAPACITY

8:BIRTH CERTIFICATE   -ORIGINAL-

9:MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE (if the applicant is married)  -ORIGINAL-

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How I Got My Japan Multiple Entry Visa in One Shot in the Philippines

This post is about how I got my Japan Multiple Entry Visa in one shot. It was my very first time applying for a Japan tourist visa. I did not apply for multiple entry, but luckily, I got one.

I thought I share here how I got it and what I did. Our Multiple Entry Visa is valid for five years, and it allows us to travel to Japan in 30 days for five years.

The best thing about this post is I’m going to share two experiences: one for self-employed (mine) and another one for employed applicant (my sister) who got our multiple entry visas in one shot for the first time.

Two weeks ago, I found very cheap flights to Tokyo using airlinepromo.net. Yes, I am always using that site when I search for the cheapest airfare. Now, you should too. My sister and I booked roundtrip flights right away even though we did not have our tourist visa yet.

Just imagine the nervousness and excitement of booking in advance without an approved visa. We were confident anyway because we gathered our complete documents (see the list and tips below) before lodging our application.

Table of Contents:

How I Got My Japan Multiple Entry Visa ?

The first thing I did was gather the documents required before our application. I prepared the following documents (listed below) and submitted them to the agency. The cover letter was not needed, but I made sure I submitted one. I also made one for my sister, and she got a multiple entry visa, too.

Our cover letters had different content, though, but I mentioned why we really love to visit Japan and what makes it so special.

Japan Multiple Entry Tourist Visa Requirements in the Philippines:

For self-employed applicants:.

• Japan Tourist Visa Application Form (I got one from the agency)
• 2×2 photo (4.5 cm x 4.5 cm) – paste this on the application form
• Original PSA Birth Certificate (released same year)
• Original Passport
• Original Bank Certificate
• Income Tax Return (ITR)
• Daily Schedule in Japan
• Cover Letter (optional)
• Mayor’s Permit

For employed applicants:

• Original PSA Birth Certificate (released the same year of application)
• Income Tax Return (ITR) – BIR Form 2316
• Certificate of Employment

Japan Multiple Entry Tourist Visa Application Procedures in the Philippines

1. submit your complete documents.

The first tip I can share is to make sure you submit the complete documents required for your visa application, whether you are employed or not. Your documents must be consistent with the personal information you have provided on the application form.

2. Prepare a Simple Daily Schedule of Stay in Japan

Follow the specific requirements and format, including the Daily Schedule in Japan. The Daily Schedule in Japan is a tough job to make because you will need hotel reservations.

No worries, you can make hotel reservations even without paying in advance, and you can list your accommodation on your Daily Schedule. Booking.com allows hotel reservations without payment.

3. Submit a Cover Letter

Also, make a cover letter indicating your keen reasons why you love to travel to Japan. Japanese are very much appreciative. Make a heartfelt letter about the reasons why you love to visit their country.

I think it was one of the reasons why we got Multiple Entry Visa. I shared a cover letter sample for Japan tourist visa application on this page: “ Japan Tourist Visa Cover Letter. “

Note that the letter is only an example. You still need to create your own letter that matches your itinerary and journey to Japan.

4. Prove Your Financial Capacity

Some people say that the money on your bank certificate matters when applying for a tourist visa. In my opinion, you can get approved even if your bank account is not 7-digit as long as you can afford the expenses on your travel .

My sister got her 5-year Multiple Entry Visa, and she had around 150,000 on her bank certificate. If you are traveling to Japan for five days, for example, around 80,000 on your account would do. I think they will issue you a visa as long as you have a decent job, a decent bank account, and strong reasons you will be returning to your home country.

You must prove your financial capacity to afford your whole travel to Japan. It’s another thing when you have a sponsor who will shoulder your travel expense. In that case, you would need to submit some supporting documents on your visa application.

Check out this helpful travel guide: “ Japan Travel Guide for Beginners with Sample Itinerary .”

Disclaimer: This article is based on personal experiences. It is for information purpose only and should not be considered as travel expert advice. If you are not sure about your visa application, seek a professional visa advisor to assist your travel needs and services.

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7 thoughts on “How I Got My Japan Multiple Entry Visa in One Shot in the Philippines”

Hi just wanted to ask. Do you consider me as “high financial individual” I will submit soon my application. Qatar bank – 52,000 riyals (roughly 730k pesos) Philippine bank- 200,000 php Citibank credit card- 1,000,000 php credit card limit.

I have japan visas: Visa (1)- single entry used last April 2017 Visa(2)- single entry again, but wasn’t able to use. After the expiry of the second visa, I tried to apply again the third time the same year, after one week still no result. I need to submit a letter of release for my passport because I had to process my work here in Qatar.

I am planning to apply my visa in Manila. November 14,2019. Then my flight to japan would be on Dec 30, 2019

Any advice please

how can i apply tourist visa to visit my japanese children i have no contact yet for almost 17 yrs? Im 55 yrs old. thx

Hi.. I was reading on the official Japanese website regarding the multiple entry qualification…

Para ma approved, need na naka visit sa Japan in the last 3 years and ung isa is may stamp sa G7 countries in last 3 years..

Ask ko lang if may G7 stamp me pero wala ng Japan, would they give multiple entry kaya?

Hello, my case is the same as your one. I just want to know if you got approved? I took the risk of filling out the multiple visa form because the travel agent offered it. I’m still waiting for my passport to be sent back to me sometime next week. I think being granted the multiple visa will be a bonus for me. Thanks! ????

hi ask lang if san agency po kayo nag apply for visa and how much? and for your whole tour how much po estimated budget nyo? thanks in advance ????

Hi ! Regarding the late registration for nso, i can only provide baptismal cert but not the form 137 or school yrbook, is that ok? i mean on ur own perspective. Coz hopefully we’ll be travelling by the 2nd week of Dec

Good day, It is interesting read though for first time travellers like us.

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How to Apply For Multiple Entry Japan Tourist Visa for Filipinos

Dreaming of that Japan multiple-entry tourist visa ? Know more about that here! This guide will help you with everything you might need.

Applying for Japan tourist visa has been smooth for Philippines Passport holders. The Japanese embassy made it easier for Filipinos to apply for a visa to boost tourism. And as a result, a lot of Filipinos now can travel to the Land of the Rising Sun. 

However, if you’re planning to apply for a Japan Multiple-entry tourist visa, there are different requirements and conditions that you need to know to be eligible for it. And we provided you that information and details so you will know what to do when you apply for one.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE: As per Embassy of Japan in the Philippines, multiple entry visa for tourist is temporarily suspended . 

Table of Contents

Conditions for Issuance of Japan Multiple Entry Tourist Visa

In order to have high chances of getting approved, these are the main conditions that the Japan embassy looks for when reviewing your application. 

• Those applicants who have a travel history to Japan as a temporary visitor within the last 3 years. Has no history of violation of domestic laws of Japan including a problem with immigration regarding entry or status during the period of stay. And has sufficient financial capability to support expenses during the travel and stay. 
• Those applicants who have travel history to any G7 countries (Canada, France, Germany, Italy, the UK, and the US excluding Japan) as a temporary visitor within the last 3 years. Has no history of violation of domestic laws of Japan including a problem with immigration regarding entry or status during the period of stay. And has sufficient financial capability to support expenses during the travel and stay. 
• Those who have abundant financial capability.
• A spouse or a child of a person with abundant financial capability. 

Main requirements in applying for Japan Multiple Entry Tourist Visa

• An explanation letter stating the reason why you want to apply for a Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa to Japan. There’s a prescribed form at the Japan embassy website that applicants can fill in. Check it here . 
• A valid Philippine Passport

• Completed Visa Application Form . (you can also get this from any of their accredited travel agencies . Don’t leave anything blank, fill in N/A if an item is inapplicable to you).

• Passport photo pasted to the application form ( 4.5cm x 4.5cm with white background). Write your name and birthdate on the backside of the photo. 
• Daily Schedule / Itinerary in Japan. It must include the address and contact number of your accommodation.
• UPDATE: 1. All entrants/returnees to Japan need to submit negative test result for COVID-19 conducted within 72 hours prior to departure from the country of stay. For details, please see  this . 2.  Please use  “Fast Track”  and  “Visit Japan Web”  for smooth Customs, Immigration and Quarantine procedures when traveling to Japan.

Specific Requirements for Japan Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa

For applicants who fall under number 1 condition above

• Proof of travel to Japan within the last 3 years (old or recent passport with a used temporary visitor visa and landing permission stamps).
• Latest and clear photocopy Income Tax Return or ITR 
• Proof of Financial Capability. It can be your bank deposit balance certificate or dividend certificate of stock etc.

For applicants who fall under number 2 condition above

• Proof of travel to Japan or any G7 countries within the last 3 years (old or recent passport with a used temporary visitor visa and landing permission stamps).

For applicants who fall under number 3 condition above

• PSA Birth Certificate 

• Marriage Certificate (must be issued within one year from PSA Main Office/Serbilis Outlet Center Nationwide).
• Latest and clear photocopy of Income Tax Return or ITR 

For applicants who fall under number 4 condition above

• Latest and clear photocopy of  Income Tax Return of Guarantor
• Guarantor’s Proof of Financial Capability (guarantor’s bank deposit balance certificate or dividend certificate of stock etc. as proof of abundant economic status)
• Birth Certificate or Marriage Certificate
• If your PSA birth certificate is unreadable, submit it together with your birth certificate issued by the local registrar. 
• If your birth certificate is “late registration”, also submit a baptismal and school record (form 137) from high school or elementary and yearbook (if available). 
• And if you don’t have any record in PSA, you can just submit your “Certificate of Non-Record” from PSA along with a copy of your birth certificate from the local registrar. 
• All documents must be in A4 size ONLY. If your document is not in A4 size, then it must be adjusted before you submit them. 
• You are encouraged to submit other supporting documents like your economic or social ties with the Philippines, urgent reasons for visit: medical certificate, wedding invitation, etc.

Visa Processing Fee for Japan Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa

As for the visa processing fee, it depends on the travel agency, but it’s usually around PHP 800 – PHP 1,500 PHP.

Processing time: The regular processing time is usually 5-7 working days. But it can be more than that.

Embassy in the Philippines

Embassy of Japan in the Philippines Address: 2627, 1300 Roxas Blvd, Pasay, Metro Manila Contact number: (02) 8551 5710 Office hours: Monday –  Friday: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM, 1:30 PM – 5:15 PM Website: ph.emb-japan.go.jp

Note: You don’t need to go or contact the embassy of Japan when you apply for the visa. All visa applications must be done at any of their accredited travel agencies ONLY. Contact the embassy if you have other personal concerns.

Frequently Asked Questions About Japan Multiple Entry Tourist Visa

1. I will travel to Japan for the first time, can I apply for a multiple-entry Japan visa? 

It’s possible if you have a high financial capacity, or your guarantor (immediate family) has a high financial capacity. But just to be sure, it’s safer to apply for a single-entry first if you’re a first-timer.

2. How much money should I have in my bank account ?

There is no clear answer to that. However, if you’re applying for a multiple-entry visa, consider having a 7-digit amount in your bank account . In that case, you’re eligible. 

3. How long is the validity of a multiple-entry Japan visa?

Your visa is valid for 5 years. And you can stay for 15-30 days in Japan with your multiple-entry visa.

4. What if I have lapses in my requirements?

Your accredited travel agent will definitely inform you about this.

5. Do I need to book a flight and accommodation before I apply for the visa?

It is not required to have a confirmed ticket and accommodation before you apply. A RESERVED flight ticket and accommodation is advisable (with free cancellation is much better). Don’t take a risk of buying a plane ticket and booking accommodation when you’re not really sure if your visa will get approved or denied. Renting a flight is highly recommended as it’s cheap and reliable.

6. Should I put N/A or just leave an item blank when it’s not applicable to me?

This is one is confusing for applicants since most accredited agencies process both Japan and Korean visas. And these two countries have different policies. But the generally accepted rule is this: write N/A for Japan Visa and leave it blank for Korean Visa.

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Founder of Two Monkeys Travel Group. Since 2013, Kach has visited all the 7 continents (including Antarctica) and 151 countries using her Philippines Passport. In 2016, she bought a sailboat and went on sailing adventures with her two cats - Captain Ahab & Little Zissou in the Caribbean for 2 years. She now lives in Herceg Novi, Montenegro where she's enjoying her expat life and living on a gorgeous Stonehouse. She writes about her experiences traveling as a Filipina traveler with a PHL Passport. Also tips on backpacking trips, luxury hotel experiences, product reviews, sailing & adventure travel.

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In celebration of the 49th year of ASEAN-Japan Friendship and Cooperation, the Government of Japan started on July 1th, 2013 the issuance of multiple-enry visa for short-term stay to nationals of the Republic of the Philippines who reside in their home country.

• ) Philippine national holding a Machine-Readable Passport (MRP) or ordinary IC passport that meets ICAO standards.
• ) Applicants who intend to engage in activities corresponding to those permitted for "Temporary Visitors"
• ) Applicants who wish to apply for a multiple-entry visa for short-term stay
• ) Applicant with history of travel as temporary visitor to Japan in the last three (3) years; has no known violation of domestic laws of Japan nor had problem with immigration regarding entry and status during the period of stay; and has sufficient financial capacity to support expenses for travel and stay.
• ) Applicant with history of travel as temporary visitor to Japan in the last three (3) years; has no known violation of domestic laws of Japan nor had problem with immigration regarding entry and status during the period of stay; and has several history of travel as temporary visitor to G7 countries (excluding Japan) in the last three (3) years.
• ) Applicant with abundant financial capacity.
• ) Spouse of child of (3) above.

[COMMON REQUIREMENTS]

1. Explanation letter for requesting mutiple-entry visa (by applicant)

• Please fill in embassy prescribed form " Reason for Requesting Multiple Entry Visa " . check items that apply and fill in reason for request.

2. Philippine Passport (ICAO standard MRP or IC ordinary passport)

• Broken passport is not accepted. Passports must be signed and must have at least two (2) blank visa pages.

3. Visa Application Form

• Available at the Embassy website, at the entrance of the Embassy or at any of the accredited travel agencies.
• Application form should be filled out all items correctly, if item is not applicable, please fill in [N/A].
• Embassy may not accept application with blank item, no signature or no date in the form, or with erasures, may deny the application that is filled out incorrectly or wrong information.
• Specs: 45mm long x 35mm wide, with white background. No eyeglasses.
• Photo must be taken within 6 months.
• Please write applicant's name and birthdate on back side of the photo.
• Photo must be pasted on the application form.

5. Schedule of Stay

[SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS]

* APPLICANTS WHO FALL UNDER 2(1) ABOVE (WITH TRAVEL HISTORY AS TEMPORARY VISITOR TO JAPAN AND HAS SUFFICIENT FINANCIAL CAPACITY)

6. Proof of travel to Japan in the last three (3) years

(Old or recent passport with used temporary visitor visa and landing permission stamps)

7. Income Tax Return of Applicant (clear photocopy) (latest)

8. Proof of Financial Capacity

(applicant's bank deposit balance certificate or dividend certificate of stocks etc., as proof of sufficient economic status)

* APPLICANTS WHO FALL UNDER 2(2) ABOVE (WITH TRAVEL HISTORY AS TEMPORARY VISITOR TO JAPAN AND HAS TRAVELLED SEVERAL TIMES AS TEMPORARY VISITOR TO G7 COUNTRIES EXCLUDING JAPAN)

9. Proof travel to Japan in the last three (3) years

10. Proof of several travel as temporary visitor to G7 countries excluding Japan in the last three (3) years

(Old or recent passport with entry visas and immigration stamps)

* APPLICANTS WHO FALL UNDER 2(3) ABOVE (WITH SUFFICIENT FINANCIAL CAPACITY)

11. Birth Certificate issued by PSA (Note 1)

12. Marriage Certificates (Note 2)

13. Income Tax Return of applicant (clear photocopy) (latest)

14. Proof of abundant Financial Capacity

(applicant's bank deposit balance certificate or dividend certificate of stock etc. as proof of abundant economic status)

* APPLICANTS WHO FALL UNDER 2(4) ABOVE (SPOUSE OR CHILD 2(3)

15. Income Tax Return of Guarantor [2(3) above] (latest)

16. Guarantor's Proof of abundant Financial Capacity

(guarantor's bank deposit balance certificate or dividend certificate of stock etc. as proof of abundant economic status)

17. Birth Certificates (Note 1) and/or Marriage Certificates (Note 2)

(Note 1) Birth Certificate

• Please submit the birth certificate issued by PSA together with a birth certificate issued by the Local Civil Registrar .
• Please submit in addition, a baptismal certificate and school record (Form 137) from highschool or elementary and School Yearbook (if possible).
• Please submit a " Certificate of Non-Record " from PSA together with a birth certificate from the Local Civil Registrar.
• Birth Certificates must be issued within one (1) year from PSA Main Office/Serbilis Outlet Center (Nationwide) 

(Note 2) Marriage Certificate

• Marriage Certificate must be issued within one (1) year from PSA Main Office/Serbilis Outlet Center (Nationwide)
• Size of document for application should be  A4 size only . If document is other size, please submit copy that is already adjusted in A4 size from its original and without staples or pasting pages.
• Applicants are exempted from submitting the PSA birth and/or Marriage certificates if they can submit old/valid passports with used Japan visa unless the applicant has Guarantor then the PSA documents are required to prove relationship.
• It is applicant's responsibility to ensure that he/she meet the requirements for the grant of a visa. Submission of any supporting documents not listed above is encouraged (e.g. applicant's economic or social ties with the Philippines, urgent reasons for visit: medical certificate, wedding invitation).
• Submission of requirements does not guarantee issuance of visa.
• If document submitted for application is verified by Embassy or Consular Office as fake or tampered, visa is not issued.
• Documents submitted for application will not be returned.
• Applicants are given one (1) month to submit additional requirements. Otherwise application will be terminated.
• Reason for the denial of visa will not be disclosed even if an inquiry is made. At the same time, if a visa application is denied, applicant may only re-apply for the same purpose after (6) months.

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Embassy of Japan in the Philippines

Visa/Consular Services

Important notice, how to apply.

• Inquiries Concerning Visa  
• General Information
• List of Accredited Agencies
• FAQs on Japan Visa
• Extension of Re-entry Permit
• Visa Fee Exemption for Foreigners Visiting Three Tohoku Prefectures

Types of Visa and Requirements

Visa application documents (download).

• Invitation Letter ( Japanese  / English )
• List of Visa Applicants ( Japanese / English )
• Itinerary in Japan ( Japanese / English )
• Letter of Guarantee ( Japanese  /  English )
• Details of the Company/Organization ( Japanese / English )
• Request for a Multiple-Entry Visa ( Japanese / English )
• Visa Fee Exemption Request
• Application to Extend Re-entry Permit
• Family Tree ( PDF / Excel )
• Family Photo Sample

Related Links

• Visit Japan Web (to pre-register for airport quarantine, immigration and customs procedures)
• Coronavirus (Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare of Japan)
• Immigration Services Agency of Japan
• A Daily Life Support Portal for Foreign Nationals
• New to Japan? Useful Pages for Foreign Nationals
• Comprehensive Measures for Acceptance and Coexistence of Foreign Nationals
• Introductory Movies on Elementary Schools in Japan (Filipino)      “Nice to Meet You! Let's Be Friends!” / “Tell me about Elementary School in Japan!”
• Recommendation to purchase private medical insurance (Japan Tourism Agency)
• You must not bring any meat products, vegetables or fruits into Japan (Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries)

Consular Services

For inquiries concerning consular services (except visa).

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