It is not a secret that Japan is one of the best countries to visit for a holiday. Its historic and thick culture has become Japan’s main attraction. Great news for travelers, Japan will reopen its travel borders by October 11, 2022!

Visitors will be able to travel freely without travel package tours. Now that travel restrictions in Japan have loosened up, travelers from all over the world will be able to experience the beauty of Japan just like in the old times.

If you are planning to set foot in Tokyo, Osaka, Okinawa, or other cities in Japan, here is a pocket-size Japan visa application guide and travel information that we have collected just for you.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan has announced the lifting of Covid-19 travel restrictions starting from October 11, 2022. One of them is the removal of the daily limit of the total number of entrants.

Luckily, the Philippines is in the “Blue” category according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan. So, on-arrival tests, self-quarantine, and other measures will no longer be required!

Also, travelers are no longer required to complete applications in the EFRS (Entrants, Returnees Follow-up Systems). However, a visa is still required if you want to travel to Japan. You can refer to the Japan Embassy website for updated information.

If you are a citizen of the Philippines planning to go to Japan, a visa is required for you to travel. The documents will vary depending on the length of stay and the purpose of travel. Here are the types of Japan visas for Filipinos:

You may check out the Embassy of Japan in the Philippines’ website for complete information.

First, you must prepare the required documents according to the type of visa. Other than a valid passport and Japan visa application form, access the full information regarding the type of visas and requirements here.

2. Apply for your visa

If the documents have been collected, then you are eligible to apply for a Japan visa.

Due to the pandemic situation, the visa counter in the Embassy of Japan in the Philippines operates with limited staff. You can contact the Japan Visa hotline below if you have any questions or inquiries.

Japan Visa Information Hotline (24/7)
English: (+63-2) 8271-2259

Embassy of Japan in the Philippines
English/Filipino: 02-8834-7514
Japanese: 02-8834-7508
Email: ryoji@ma.mofa.go.jp

Visa applications will take approximately five working days. If your application is accepted, you will receive the visa together with your passport.

So, is Japan visa-free? Yes, temporary visitor, diplomatic, and official visa fees for Filipinos are free. However, you will need to pay a certain amount of fee to the accredited agency you chose.

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