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Do Brazil passport holders need a visa to visit Japan?

Visa-free up to 90 days under Sep 2023 agreement. Use Visit Japan Web for QR-code entry. Brazilian ordinary passport holders enter Japan visa-free for up to 90 days per entry under the visa exemption agreement that took effect on 30 September 2023 (replacing the prior visa requirement). The agreement covers tourism, business meetings, and family visits — work, study, and journalism still require a visa. Brazilians must hold a biometric (e-Passport) for visa-free entry; non-biometric passports require a regular tourist visa. Visit Japan Web is the recommended digital pre-registration for immigration and customs. Japan's planned JESTA electronic travel authorization is targeted for fiscal year 2028 and is not required in 2026.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-27
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-27
Visa type
Visa-free entry (Temporary Visitor)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days per entry
per entry
Entries
Multiple
from issue date
Visa fee
Free
consular fee only
Processing time
On arrival
standard track
Validity
Per entry; JESTA not active yet
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check passport type
Biometric (e-Passport) required for visa-free entry. Non-biometric passports need a tourist visa from the Japanese embassy.
· e-Passport required
/02
Check passport validity
Must be valid for the duration of stay. One blank page recommended for the entry stamp.
· valid for stay
/03
Book return travel and accommodation
Officers can check evidence of onward travel and where you'll be staying.
· return ticket
/04
Submit Visit Japan Web
Online immigration and customs declaration available up to 2 weeks before arrival. Two QR codes are scanned on arrival.
· VJW QR codes
/05
Arrive in Japan
Scan QR codes (or paper landing card and customs declaration), give fingerprints and a photo, receive 90-day landing permission.
· biometrics· 90-day stamp
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items
Personalized checklist
0 / 10 complete
Brazilian biometric passport (e-Passport)
Valid for stay, 1 blank page
Return or onward ticket
Required at boarding and immigration
Accommodation address
Hotel booking or host's address
Visit Japan Web registration
Recommended — QR codes for fast entry
Funds evidence
Cash or cards if asked
Travel insurance
Recommended; Japan's healthcare costs are high
Yakkan Shoumei (if needed)
Required for certain prescription medications
Cash declaration form
If carrying over JPY 1,000,000 or equivalent
Vaccination certificate (if applicable)
Yellow fever certificate required from Brazil for re-entry to certain countries; not needed for Japan
International Driving Permit
Required to drive (Brazilian licence not accepted alone)
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa-free entryFreeUp to 90 days; biometric passport required
Visit Japan WebFreeDigital immigration + customs pre-registration
Tourist visa (alternative)Free (fee waived)For non-biometric passport holders; through Japanese embassy in Brazil
JESTA (future)TBDTargeted FY2028 launch; not required in 2026
Long-stay visa (work/study)VariesThrough Japanese embassy in Brasília or consulates
Overstay penaltiesDetention + banStrict enforcement
Total estimateFree — Freeincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free arrival
Minutes
Standard airport entry using Visit Japan Web QR codes.
Tourist visa (paper)
5-7 working days
Required for non-biometric passport holders.
Long-stay visa (work/study/family)
5-10 working days+
Required for stays beyond 90 days; apply at the Japanese embassy in Brazil.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Non-biometric passport
Brazilian passports without the e-Passport chip require a regular visa — no visa-free entry available.
Low
/02
Insufficient travel evidence
No return ticket, vague itinerary, or unclear accommodation can lead to questioning and refusal.
Low
/03
Suspected work intent
Carrying obvious work gear, multiple resumes, or pre-arranged paid engagements can prompt refusal.
Low
/04
Past Japanese overstays
Any prior overstay or removal heavily affects future visa-free entries.
Medium
/05
Prohibited items at customs
Fresh meat, certain plants, and unapproved medications can lead to confiscation, fines, or detention.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Customs
Declare cash over JPY 1,000,000 equivalent and avoid bringing restricted fresh food, meat, plants, or controlled medicines.
/02
Immigration
Fingerprints and a photo are normally collected on arrival. Visit Japan Web can speed up immigration and customs forms.
/03
Connectivity
Tourist SIMs, eSIMs, and pocket WiFi rentals are widely available at Narita, Haneda, Kansai, and major city pickup points.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-27
Brazil to Japan route verified
Confirmed visa-free 90-day entry (e-Passport required), Visit Japan Web recommended.
2025-04-01 · major
JESTA target moved to FY2028
Japan accelerated its planned electronic travel authorization from 2030 to fiscal year 2028.
2023-09-30 · major
Visa exemption took effect
Brazil-Japan mutual visa exemption for tourism and business took effect on 30 September 2023, replacing the prior visa requirement.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Brazilian citizens need a visa for Japan?—
No, since 30 September 2023 — Brazilian ordinary passport holders with the biometric (e-Passport) enter Japan visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism, business, or family visits.
Do I need an e-Passport?+
Is Visit Japan Web mandatory?+
Do I need JESTA in 2026?+
Can I extend my stay beyond 90 days?+
Can I drive in Japan with my Brazilian licence?+
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