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Japan to Brunei visa requirements

Visa-free for up to 30 days. The waiver was extended from 14 to 30 days on 10 December 2024. Japanese ordinary passport holders can enter Brunei Darussalam without a visa for short-term tourist or business stays of up to 30 days. Following a note verbale exchanged between Brunei and Japan in March 2024, the visa-waiver period was extended from the previous 14 days to 30 days, commencing 10 December 2024 (a reciprocal arrangement, as Japan likewise extended its waiver for Brunei nationals to 30 days). Brunei is not part of the Schengen area, so no Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS applies. The Japanese passport should be valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay, and travelers must hold a confirmed return or onward ticket and sufficient funds. There is no electronic travel authorization or pre-arrival application required for this 30-day visa-free entry.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
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.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Visa-free entry (visa waiver)
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days per entry
per entry
Entries
Multiple (per-entry stay limit applies)
from issue date
Visa fee
Free (BND 0)
consular fee only
Processing time
On arrival
standard track
Validity
Passport valid 6 months beyond stay
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check passport validity
Ensure your Japanese ordinary passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended departure date from Brunei, with at least one blank page for the entry stamp.
· 6-month rule
/02
Book return or onward travel
Hold a confirmed return or onward ticket departing Brunei within 30 days. Immigration and airlines may check this at boarding and on arrival.
· Onward ticket
/03
Prepare proof of funds and accommodation
Carry evidence of sufficient funds for your stay and your hotel booking or host's address in case immigration requests it.
· Proof of funds
/04
Complete the arrival/customs card
Fill in the Brunei arrival and customs declaration card provided on the flight or at the entry point. Declare any restricted items.
· Arrival card
/05
Arrive and clear immigration
Present your passport at Brunei International Airport or a land/sea border. You will receive a visit pass of up to 30 days. No visa fee is charged.
· 30-day stamp
/06
Track your 30-day limit
Do not overstay the 30-day visit pass. For longer stays, apply to the Brunei Immigration and National Registration Department for an extension or an appropriate visa before expiry.
· No overstay
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items
Personalized checklist
Japan -> Brunei · Visa-free entry (visa waiver)
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RequiredJapanese passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
Valid 6 months beyond stay, 1 blank page
RequiredReturn or onward ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Departing within 30 days
RequiredProof of accommodation
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Hotel booking or host address
RequiredProof of sufficient funds
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
Cash or card for stay duration
RequiredArrival/customs declaration card
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Completed on arrival
RecommendedTravel insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Recommended for medical coverage
RequiredReturn/onward itinerary
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Clear travel plan within 30 days
ConditionalVaccination certificate
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Yellow fever only if from a risk country
ConditionalOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Official sourcesEmbassy of Japan in Brunei Darussalam — Extension of visa waiver period has commencedEmbassy of Japan in Brunei Darussalam — VisaMinistry of Foreign Affairs of Japan — Relaxation of visa requirements for nationals of Brunei (reciprocal)
Application link included: Embassy of Japan in Brunei Darussalam — Extension of visa waiver period has commenced
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa-free entryBND 0No charge for the 30-day visit pass
Visit pass extensionVariesApplied for at Immigration Dept for stays beyond 30 days
Overstay penaltyFine + possible detentionAvoid by departing or extending before 30 days expire
Total estimate0 — 0incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free arrival
Minutes
Standard immigration clearance at the border; visit pass granted on entry.
Visit pass extension
Varies
Applied for in person at the Immigration and National Registration Department before the 30-day pass expires.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Passport validity under 6 months
Brunei requires the passport to be valid at least 6 months beyond the stay; airlines may deny boarding otherwise.
Medium
/02
No onward or return ticket
Inability to show a ticket departing within 30 days can lead to refusal at the border.
Low
/03
Intent to overstay or work
The waiver covers tourism and short business only; signs of intended employment or overstay can trigger refusal.
Low
/04
Restricted or prohibited items
Brunei strictly controls alcohol, drugs, and certain goods; serious offenses carry severe penalties.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30 · major
Japan to Brunei route verified
Confirmed visa-free entry extended to 30 days effective 10 December 2024 via reciprocal note verbale; previously 14 days.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Japanese passport holders need a visa for Brunei?—
No. Japanese ordinary passport holders can enter Brunei visa-free for tourism or short business stays of up to 30 days. No visa or electronic authorization is required before travel.
How long can a Japanese citizen stay in Brunei without a visa?+
Is there a fee or online application for entry?+
What passport validity does Brunei require?+
Can the 30-day stay be extended?+
Does Brunei require ETIAS or follow the Schengen 90/180 rule?+
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