Overview
Japan Visa Requirements by Country (2026)
Most Western nationals can visit Japan visa-free for short tourism and do not need a Schedule of Stay. Visa-required nationalities must apply for a tourist visa and submit a daily itinerary (Schedule of Stay) in the official format. This page is a quick country-by-country comparison so you can tell which group you're in before you start.
Comparison table
| Country / Nationality | Tourist visa required? | Schedule of Stay (itinerary) required? | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philippines | Yes | Yes | Apply via JVAC/VFS |
| India | Yes | Yes | eVisa via VFS |
| Vietnam | Yes | Yes | — |
| Indonesia | Visa or e-passport waiver | Yes for visa applicants | 15-day waiver for registered e-passport |
| Pakistan | Yes | Yes | — |
| Bangladesh | Yes | Yes | — |
| Sri Lanka | Yes | Yes | — |
| Nepal | Yes | Yes | — |
| China | Yes | Yes | — |
| United States / UK / EU / Australia / Canada | No (visa-free up to 90 days) | No | — |
Visa-required nationalities
If your nationality is visa-required, you need a tourist visa plus a daily itinerary in the official Schedule of Stay format — a day-by-day table that matches your flights and hotel bookings. See the detailed guides for the Philippines, India, Vietnam, Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Nepal.
Visa-exempt nationalities
If you're from a visa-exempt country (such as the United States, UK, EU member states, Australia, or Canada), you can visit Japan for short tourism without a visa and you do not need to submit a Schedule of Stay. It's still worth keeping a rough plan of your trip in case immigration asks how long you're staying and where.
Always confirm
Visa rules and waiver programs change, and requirements can vary by applicant. Always confirm the latest details with the Embassy of Japan, your Japan Visa Application Centre (VFS), or the official eVisa portal before you apply or travel.
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Requirements can change and vary by applicant — always confirm the latest details with the Embassy of Japan / the Japan Visa Application Centre handling your application. Japan Trip Docs is an independent tool and is not affiliated with any government body.