Visa Information
VISA TYPES
Select the visa type that is right for you to see important information on visa fees, documents required, forms, photo specifications and processing times.
Temporary Visitor Visa
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Overview
Temporary visitor visa is for those who are visiting Japan up to 90 days for purposes of sightseeing, visits relatives, friends, or acquaintances; and short-term business affairs.
Please note that all of the above purposes of journey to Japan shall exclude any activities engaging or involving the management of business or remuneration.
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Visa Fees
Visa Fees:
All visa fees must be paid in HK dollars in cash/credit card with the application.
The visa fee may vary depending on the passport.
Please reconfirm the fee upon visa application.
Processing Fees:
All applicants are required to pay a processing fee when you submit the application at the Japan Visa Application Centre.
Applications submitted at the Japan visa application center in Hong Kong HKD 310 per person Additional Services:
Please note that Additional Service fees were adjusted on 1 May 2024.
The following services are optional items. Whether you choose them or not, they will not affect the results of your application.
The Japan Visa Application Centre in Hong Kong also provides additional services for your convenience at nominal cost.
- Photocopying services - HKD 3 per page (Black and white A4 size)
- Printing services - HKD 5 per page (Black and white A4 size)
- Passport photo booth – HKD 70 for a set of 4 passport size color photo (see designated areas)
- Passport status tracking through SMS – HKD 27
- Form Filling Assistance – HKD 107
- Passport return by Hong Kong Post for delivery address in Hong Kong (Express Mail Service) – HKD 78 per application (Door to door service in Hong Kong) *
- Passport return by EMS for delivery address in Macau – HKD 310 per application (Door to door service in Macau) *
- Prime Time – HKD 240 per applicant
Official Passport & Diplomatic Passport
The Consulate-General of Japan will continue to accept applications from Diplomatic and Official passport holders and applicants traveling on humanitarian emergency to Japan or visa transfer of issued visa to new passport.
Other Notices:
Visa fees will be waived for foreign nationals visiting Miyagi, Fukushima, or Iwate prefectures. Kindly please prepare for the hotel booking and keep your invoices / booking records for future references.
Passengers who wish to travel to Okinawa for tourism purpose and arriving by air at the Okinawa airport with booking tickets may apply for the visa without the visa fee.
For any further information please click here.Each applicant should also pay for a processing fee of HKD 310 in Hong Kong. This should also be paid in cash only in HKD.
Please note that the service fee is non-refundable regardless of whether your application is approved or not. We are sorry for the inconvenience caused.
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Documents Required
Please find the below guidance that is suitable to your purpose of travel.
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Photo Specifications
Please submit passport-size color photo(s) along with your visa application. The photograph must be:
- Taken within 6 months
- 45mm X 35mm
- Color photo with plain background
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly
- Taken without hat
Please note the Consulate-General may request for a new photo if it doesn’t meet the specifications. -
Processing Time
In principle, the visa application process takes a minimum of one week from the date of submission (excluding Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays announced by the Consulate-General of Japan in Hong Kong).
Visa Application For Holders Of Certificate Of Eligibility
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Overview
Foreigners who would like to perform remunerative work in Japan or for long term stays over 90 days in Japan etc. which are for purposes other than that of temporary visitor, should apply for a “Certificate of Eligibility” in Japan at the Regional Immigration Bureau of Japan nearby before the visa application.
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Visa Fees
Visa Fees:
All visa fees must be paid in HK dollars in cash/credit card with the application.
The visa fee may vary depending on the passport.
Please reconfirm the fee upon visa application.
Processing Fees:
All applicants are required to pay a processing fee when you submit the application at the Japan Visa Application Centre.
Applications submitted at the Japan visa application center in Hong Kong HKD 310 per person Additional Services:
Please note that Additional Service fees were adjusted on 1 May 2024.
The Japan Visa Application Centre in Hong Kong also provides additional services for your convenience at nominal cost.
- Photocopying services - HKD 3 per page (Black and white A4 size)
- Printing services - HKD 5 per page (Black and white A4 size)
- Passport photo booth – HKD 70 for a set of 4 passport size color photo (see designated areas)
- Passport status tracking through SMS – HKD 27
- Form Filling Assistance – HKD 107
- Passport return by Hong Kong Post for delivery address in Hong Kong (Express Mail Service) – HKD 78 per application (Door to door service in Hong Kong) *
- Passport return by EMS for delivery address in Macau – HKD 310 per application (Door to door service in Macau) *
- Prime Time – HKD 240 per applicant
Official Passport & Diplomatic Passport
The Consulate-General of Japan will continue to accept applications from Diplomatic and Official passport holders and applicants traveling on humanitarian emergency to Japan or visa transfer of issued visa to new passport.
Other Notices:
Visa fees will be waived for foreign nationals visiting Miyagi, Fukushima, or Iwate prefectures. Kindly please prepare for the hotel booking and keep your invoices / booking records for future references.
Passengers who wish to travel to Okinawa for tourism purpose and arriving by air at the Okinawa airport with booking tickets may apply for the visa without the visa fee.
For any further information please click here.Each applicant should also pay for a processing fee of HKD 310 in Hong Kong. This should also be paid in cash only in HKD.
Please note that the service fee is non-refundable regardless of whether your application is approved or not. We are sorry for the inconvenience caused.
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Documents Required
- Click here for the detailed information.
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Photo Specifications
Please submit passport-size color photo(s) along with your visa application. The photograph must be:
- Taken within 6 months
- 45mm X 35mm
- Color photo with plain background
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly
- Taken without hat
Please note the Consulate-General may request for a new photo if it doesn’t meet the specifications. -
Processing Time
In principle, the visa application process takes a minimum of one week from the date of submission (excluding Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays announced by the Consulate-General of Japan in Hong Kong).
Working Holidays Scheme
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Overview
With the aim of giving young Hong Kong people the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the culture and general way of life of Japan, the working holiday scheme will allow those who meet the conditions to stay on holiday in Japan for up to one year and secondarily to take up employment there in order to supplement their travel funds.
Please note that Working Holiday applications must be submitted in person.
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Visa Fees
Visa Fees:
All visa fees must be paid in HK dollars in cash/credit card with the application.
The visa fee may vary depending on the passport.
Please reconfirm the fee upon visa application.
Processing Fees:
All applicants are required to pay a processing fee when you submit the application at the Japan Visa Application Centre.
Applications submitted at the Japan visa application center in Hong Kong HKD 310 per person Additional Services:
Please note that Additional Service fees were adjusted on 1 May 2024.
The Japan Visa Application Centre in Hong Kong also provides additional services for your convenience at nominal cost.
- Photocopying services - HKD 3 per page (Black and white A4 size)
- Printing services - HKD 5 per page (Black and white A4 size)
- Passport photo booth – HKD 70 for a set of 4 passport size color photo (see designated areas)
- Passport status tracking through SMS – HKD 27
- Form Filling Assistance – HKD 107
- Passport return by Hong Kong Post for delivery address in Hong Kong (Express Mail Service) – HKD 78 per application (Door to door service in Hong Kong) *
- Passport return by EMS for delivery address in Macau – HKD 310 per application (Door to door service in Macau) *
- Prime Time – HKD 240 per applicant
Official Passport & Diplomatic Passport
The Consulate-General of Japan will continue to accept applications from Diplomatic and Official passport holders and applicants traveling on humanitarian emergency to Japan or visa transfer of issued visa to new passport.
Other Notices:
Visa fees will be waived for foreign nationals visiting Miyagi, Fukushima, or Iwate prefectures. Kindly please prepare for the hotel booking and keep your invoices / booking records for future references.
Passengers who wish to travel to Okinawa for tourism purpose and arriving by air at the Okinawa airport with booking tickets may apply for the visa without the visa fee.
For any further information please click here.Each applicant should also pay for a processing fee of HKD 310 in Hong Kong. This should also be paid in cash only in HKD.
Please note that the service fee is non-refundable regardless of whether your application is approved or not. We are sorry for the inconvenience caused.
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Documents Required
- Please click here for the detailed information.
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Photo Specifications
Please submit passport-size color photo(s) along with your visa application. The photograph must be:
- Taken within 6 months
- 45mm X 35mm
- Color photo with plain background
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly
- Taken without hat
Please note the Consulate-General may request for a new photo if it doesn’t meet the specifications. -
Processing Time
First Period
Application period : 13 January (Mon) – 24 January (Fri)
Result announcement day : 14 February (Fri)
Visa issue period : 17 February (Mon) – 28 February (Fri)
Second Period
Application period : 7 April (Mon) – 17 April (Thu)
Result announcement day : 16 May (Fri)
Visa issue period : 19 May (Mon) – 30 May (Fri)
Third Period
Application period : 7 July (Mon) – 18 July (Fri)
Result announcement day : 15 August (Fri)
Visa issue period : 18 August (Mon) – 29 August (Fri)
Fourth Period
Application period : 22 September (Mon) – 3 October (Fri)
Result announcement day : 31 October (Fri)
Visa issue period : 3 November (Mon) – 14 November (Fri)
Visa Application Schedule
Medical Stay
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Overview
The visa is issued to foreign patients wishing to visit Japan for medical purposes (including full medical check-ups). The visa is issued to their accompanying person(s) as well if necessary and as needed.
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Visa Fees
Visa Fees:
All visa fees must be paid in HK dollars in cash/credit card with the application.
The visa fee may vary depending on the passport.
Please reconfirm the fee upon visa application.
Processing Fees:
All applicants are required to pay a processing fee when you submit the application at the Japan Visa Application Centre.
Applications submitted at the Japan visa application center in Hong Kong HKD 310 per person Additional Services:
Please note that Additional Service fees were adjusted on 1 May 2024.
The Japan Visa Application Centre in Hong Kong also provides additional services for your convenience at nominal cost.
- Photocopying services - HKD 3 per page (Black and white A4 size)
- Printing services - HKD 5 per page (Black and white A4 size)
- Passport photo booth – HKD 70 for a set of 4 passport size color photo (see designated areas)
- Passport status tracking through SMS – HKD 27
- Form Filling Assistance – HKD 107
- Passport return by Hong Kong Post for delivery address in Hong Kong (Express Mail Service) – HKD 78 per application (Door to door service in Hong Kong) *
- Passport return by EMS for delivery address in Macau – HKD 310 per application (Door to door service in Macau) *
- Prime Time – HKD 240 per applicant
Official Passport & Diplomatic Passport
The Consulate-General of Japan will continue to accept applications from Diplomatic and Official passport holders and applicants traveling on humanitarian emergency to Japan or visa transfer of issued visa to new passport.
Other Notices:
Visa fees will be waived for foreign nationals visiting Miyagi, Fukushima, or Iwate prefectures. Kindly please prepare for the hotel booking and keep your invoices / booking records for future references.
Passengers who wish to travel to Okinawa for tourism purpose and arriving by air at the Okinawa airport with booking tickets may apply for the visa without the visa fee.
For any further information please click here.Each applicant should also pay for a processing fee of HKD 310 in Hong Kong. This should also be paid in cash only in HKD.
Please note that the service fee is non-refundable regardless of whether your application is approved or not. We are sorry for the inconvenience caused.
-
Documents Required
Click here for the detailed information.
-
Photo Specifications
Please submit passport-size color photo(s) along with your visa application. The photograph must be:
- Taken within 6 months
- 45mm X 35mm
- Color photo with plain background
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly
- Taken without hat
Please note the Consulate-General may request for a new photo if it doesn’t meet the specifications. -
Processing Time
In principle, the visa application process takes a minimum of one week from the date of submission (excluding Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays announced by the Consulate-General of Japan in Hong Kong).