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Are Japanese visas Open?
Japan reopened to some foreign travelers in March 2022. Foreign students and business visa holders can now enter Japan with little or no quarantine, […]
Can US permanent resident travel to Japan?
* Foreign nationals with the status of “Special Permanent Resident” are NOT subject to Article 5, paragraph (1), item (xiv) of the Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act. Therefore, they will not be denied permission to enter Japan based on Japan’s Border Control Measures Related to COVID-19.
How do I contact the Japanese embassy?
Please read our visa page before contacting us.
- OPEN: Monday-Friday (See Embassy Holidays Below)
- HOURS: 9:15am-12:30pm,1:30pm-4:30pm.
- PHONE: 202-238-6800.
- PHONE HOURS: 9:00am-12:30pm, 1:30pm-5:00pm.
- FAX: 202-328-2184.
Where are the Japanese embassies in the United States?
Embassy of Japan in United States of America, 2520 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W.,Washington D.C., 20008-2869, U.S.A.
Do US citizens need a visa for Japan?
Citizens from the United States are required to obtain a visa to travel to Japan, regardless of the intended length of stay and the purpose of the visit. It will soon be possible for US citizens to easily obtain a single-entry visa for tourism, once the upcoming eVisa for Japan has been implemented.
Does a US citizen need a visa to visit Japan?
US citizens qualify for a tourist visa on arrival in Japan for up to 90 days. There is no fee. The only requirements are to provide a passport valid for the duration of your stay and proof of departure, but the latter is not always checked.
When Japan open for travel?
Tourists from most countries can now enter Japan on package tours. Students, business travelers and relatives of long-term/permanent residents can also enter.
How many Japanese consulates are in the US?
17 Consulates
The Japanese Embassy of Japan and each of 17 Consulates General / Consular offices of Japan in the United States maintain a specific jurisdictional area.
Can I live in Japan as an American?
In general, there are no legal restrictions to expats owning a home in Japan. Like rentals, buying a home is expensive too and average house prices in the country are around 35,760,000 JPY (337,000 USD). You do not need to have citizenship in order to buy a house.
How long can a US citizen stay in Japan?
90 days
Entry & Exit: You must have a valid passport and an onward/return ticket for tourist/business “visa free” stays of up to 90 days. Your passport must be valid for the entire time you are staying in Japan. You cannot work on a 90-day “visa free” entry.