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Japan Pakistan passport holders need to obtain a visa from an embassy, consulate or visa centre before travelling to Japan.
Yes, a visa is required
- Entry requirement
- Visa required
- Maximum stay
- Set by the visa
- Apply before travel
- Yes
- Last updated
- February 2026
How to apply
Checked November 2026⚠️ MOFA warns about fraudulent websites that imitate the JAPAN eVISA site and about fake sites, social media and emails seeking payment from visa applicants. Use only the official links below.
Short-term stay visa (tourism, visiting friends or relatives, business)
- Fee
- About JPY 15,000 single-entry / JPY 30,000 multiple-entry equivalent for applications accepted from 1 July 2026; paid in local currency; varies or waived for some nationalities
- Processing
- About one week if documents are complete; can be longer if Tokyo is consulted
At the border
- Many nationalities are visa-exempt for short stays (commonly up to 90 days); check the MOFA visa-exempt list for your passport.
- Visas cannot be obtained on arrival or inside Japan; apply at the Japanese mission covering your place of residence, an accredited agency, or JAPAN eVISA where available.
- eVISA holders must show the online 'Visa issuance notice' live on a connected device at the airport; screenshots, PDFs and printouts are not accepted.
- Visit Japan Web (vjw.digital.go.jp) lets you register immigration and customs details in advance and show a QR code on arrival.
- Paid work is not allowed on a short-term stay; landing permission is decided by the immigration officer.
- MOFA strongly recommends travel medical insurance for the trip.
Recent changes
- July 2026: visa fees increased; applications accepted from 1 July 2026 cost about JPY 15,000 (single entry) or JPY 30,000 (multiple entry) in local-currency equivalent.
- May 2026: the JAPAN eVISA list (as of 15 May 2026) covers residents of Australia, Brazil, Cambodia, Canada, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Taiwan, the UK and the USA, with agency-based online applications in China, India, Indonesia, Korea, Singapore, UAE and others.
- June 2025: visa-exempt stay for UAE ordinary passport holders was extended; May 2025: visa waiver announced for nationals of Paraguay.
Official source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan - Visa · Not yet confirmed officially: Passport validity rule (no fixed minimum stated on the pages read), Planned JESTA pre-travel authorization: no official launch date confirmed on the pages read, Exact visa-exempt stay length per nationality (see MOFA visa-exempt list)
What Pakistan passport holders need to do
- Find the embassy, consulate or visa application centre that covers where you live.
- Complete the application form and gather your documents: passport, photos, itinerary, proof of funds and accommodation.
- Book an appointment, pay the fee and give biometrics if they are required.
- Wait for the decision before you book non-refundable travel.
Pakistan is one of 119 passports in the “visa required” group for Japan. See the full Japan visa requirements for every passport.
Easier alternatives in Asia for Pakistan passport holders
Japan is one of 115 destinations in the “visa required” group for the Pakistan passport, which ranks #93 worldwide with a mobility score of 32. Of 49 destinations in Asia, 6 need no visa arranged in advance; the easiest are listed below.
Frequently asked questions
Do Pakistani citizens need a visa for Japan?
Pakistan passport holders need to obtain a visa from an embassy, consulate or visa centre before travelling to Japan.
Can Pakistani citizens get a visa on arrival in Japan?
No. Pakistan passport holders must obtain a visa before travelling to Japan.
Do Japan citizens need a visa for Pakistan?
Japan passport holders do not need a traditional visa for Pakistan, but must get an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) online before departure.
Japan visa requirements for other passports
Data last updated February 2026. This page covers short visits such as tourism. Rules can change at short notice and differ for work, study or long stays. Confirm with the embassy or official immigration website of Japan before you book.