Japan
Visa Type: Tourist
Consul Processing Time (after submission): average of 2 to 3 weeks
Visa Fee: Free
Visa Assistance Fee:
Single Entry: 2,000 Multiple Entry: Additional 300 (non-refundable) Visa Center Service Fee: 520
Estimated Total: Single Entry: ₱2,520 Multiple Entry: ₱2,820
*Please submit your application no more than 6 months before your planned travel date.
*Visa and processing fees may change without prior notice due to currency volatility.
Steps of Application:
Complete the Draft Application Form under Links and Files, after the Steps of Application.
Fill up the Visa Assistance: Step 2 Form: click here
Payment Processing
We will send a Service Request to your email for payment.
Complete the payment and send us the proof of payment for verification.
Always check your Visa Application Status: click here
Use the Service Request # that we sent to your email for payment request.
Review and Finalization
After payment verification, we will review and finalize your draft application form for accuracy.
Appointment Scheduling
We will provide you with the available appointment schedules at the visa center for you to choose from.
Fill up the Document Upload Form: click here
Preparation for Your Appointment
We will inform you of the documents you need to print and bring on the day of your appointment.
Visa Processing
After your appointment, we will await the result of your visa application.
Release of Visa Result
We will notify you once your visa result is available.
Links and Files
Requirements:
Use A4 size paper as much as possible.
For any documents missing, please provide an explanation letter.
The embassy may request additional documents after submission.
1. Passport (with signature on the 3rd page, emergency contact person on the last
page, at least 6 months valid).
2. Visa Application Form
3. Facial Photo with white background (4.5×3.5 cm)
● Avoid the following:
i. smiling
ii. makeup
iii. white shirt
iv. jewelry
4. *If there is a used Japanese visa on your passport, the following (5) and (6) are
unnecessary.
5. Original copy of Birth Certificate (issued by PSA within 1 year)
● If (4) is unreadable, submit a Birth certificate issued by the Local Civil
Registrar.
1. If (4) is “LATE REGISTRATION”, submit the Original Baptismal Certificate issued within
3 months and School Record (Form 137 with date of issuance).
● * For late registrations with a year of birth 1949 or earlier, there is no need to
provide the original Form 137 and baptismal certificate.
● If there is no record of birth in PSA or unreadable, submit the Birth Certificate
issued by the Local Civil Registrar and the Negative Certificate issued by PSA.
6. Original copy of Marriage Certificate (issued by PSA within 1 year. For the married
only.)
● If (5) is unreadable, submit a Marriage certificate issued by the Local Civil
Registrar.
● If there is no record of marriage in PSA or unreadable, submit Marriage
Certificate issued by the Local Civil Registrar and a Negative Certificate issued
by PSA.
7. Applicant’s Bank Certificate addressed to the Japanese Embassy (average daily
balance within the last six months must be shown.
● Must be dated 1 month at most before the submission* If the Average Daily
Balance (ADB) in the past six months is not indicated; a bank statement must be provided.
be submitted to prove transactions within the last six months.
8. Applicant’s Tax Payment Certificate
● Form 2316 must have the signature of the Employer and Employee, and must
have completed 4 signatures
● It must be under the applicant's name.
● For business owners, proof of actual payment of tax must be submitted in
addition to the BIR Tax Payment Certificate Form (copy acceptable)
● if (7) is under a corporate name, provide SEC, GIS, and Bylaws
9. Applicant’s Employment Certificate (must indicate period of employment, salary, and
position)
● Must be dated 1 month at most before the submission
● * For the Certificate of Employment, a wet signature is required. If an
An -signature will be used instead. Please make sure to indicate on the COE
that it is digitally or electronically generated.
● For business owners, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) “Certificate of
Business Name Registration” Mayor’s Permit from the City Hall must be
submitted.
● For retired applicants, submit senior citizen ID, retirement documents
(pension, insurances, source of income)
● If for any reason besides being a retiree, full-time housewife or unemployed,
the applicant is unable to submit (7) and (8) above, a letter of explanation
about the reason must be submitted.
● For students, a copy of School ID or Certificate of Enrollment in School must
be submitted.
10.Authorization Letter-Claim (downloadable under Links and Files)
11. Authorization Letter-PSA (downloadable under Links and Files)
12.Latest Arrival Stamp/Etravel to the Philippines
13.Japan Visa Cancellation Form (For applicants who still have valid Japanese visa)
(downloadable under Links and Files)
Frequently Asked Question (FAQ)
If my visa application was denied, when can I apply again?
A general rule is 6 months after denial. However, it is advisable to wait until there are significant changes in your circumstances. For example, getting married, having a child, acquiring assets, receiving a job promotion, increasing your salary, traveling more with no record of overstaying, or obtaining visas from other countries. These factors can help strengthen your application.
When is the best time to apply for a tourist visa?
It is recommended to apply around 5-6 months before your planned travel date to allow sufficient processing time and increase your chances of securing cheaper flight tickets once your visa is approved.