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Philippines to Japan visa requirements

Q: How much does the Japan visa cost for Filipinos?

The Embassy says the temporary visitor visa fee for Philippine nationals is gratis. Applications through JVAC/VFS still require a handling/service fee; current trusted fee tables show PHP 800, with optional agency or courier fees extra.

Q: How long does the Japan visa take?

The Embassy FAQ lists a standard examination period of five working days from the day after acceptance. Extra documents, interviews, inquiries, or other checks can make it longer, so apply well before departure.

Q: Can I get a multi-entry visa?

Yes, but it is not automatic. Tourist multiple-entry visas require qualifying documents and can have a maximum validity of 5 years; the Embassy may still issue a single-entry visa after examination.

Q: Is there an eVisa for Filipinos?

Yes, but it is limited. MOFA lists Philippine nationals residing in the Philippines who participate in package tours organized by designated travel agencies; the eVISA stay is 15 days and the live Visa Issuance Notice must be shown online.

Visa required. Temporary visitor visa fee waived; JVAC/VFS handling fee applies (current trusted fee tables show PHP 800). Short-term stays are issued as 15, 30, or 90 days; package-tour eVISA is 15 days. Philippine ordinary passport holders need a visa to enter Japan because the Philippines is not on Japan's short-term visa-exemption list. The Japanese Embassy states that temporary visitor visas for Philippine nationals are gratis, but applications filed through the Japan Visa Application Centre (JVAC/VFS) require a separate handling/service fee; current VFS/agency fee information shows PHP 800 for the VFS fee, with any travel-agency or optional courier fees on top. Japan's Embassy FAQ says short-term visa periods are 15, 30, or 90 days, depending on the examination, purpose, and schedule; a single-entry visa is normally valid for entry within three months of issue. A limited eVISA route is available only through accredited agencies for Philippine nationals residing in the Philippines who join a designated package tour, and that eVISA stay is 15 days. Multi-entry temporary visitor visas are possible for qualifying travellers but are not guaranteed.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-20

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 2026-06-20

Visa type

Temporary Visitor visa (sticker or limited package-tour eVISA)

Maximum stay

15, 30, or 90 days as issued; package-tour eVISA is 15 days

per entry

Entries

Single or qualifying multiple-entry; eVISA is single-entry tourism

from issue date

Visa fee

Visa fee gratis for Philippine nationals; JVAC/VFS handling fee applies (PHP 800 in current trusted fee tables)

consular fee only

Processing time

Standard examination: 5 working days from the day after acceptance; additional checks can take longer

standard track

Validity

Single-entry visa: 3 months from issue

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Check passport and purpose

Use a signed Philippine passport that is not damaged and has two blank visa pages. Temporary Visitor covers sightseeing, short business, conferences, and visits only; paid work or long stays require the proper visa/status.

· ordinary passport· temporary visitor

/02

Prepare current documents

Use the official checklist for your purpose. Tourism normally needs a typed application form, 4.5 x 3.5 cm photo, passport bio-page copy, PSA birth/marriage certificates if required, Japan itinerary, bank certificate with 6-month ADB or bank statements, tax certificate, and employment or business/student evidence.

· 4.5 x 3.5 cm· 6-month ADB

/03

Submit at JVAC or through an eligible agency

Most applications are handled by the Japan Visa Application Centre (VFS) in Parañaque, Makati, Quezon City, Cebu, or Davao. Pay the applicable JVAC/VFS handling fee; current trusted fee tables show PHP 800, and agency/courier services cost extra.

· JVAC/VFS· PHP 800

/04

Wait for examination

The Embassy FAQ lists a standard five-working-day examination from the day after acceptance. Additional documents, interviews, inquiries, or long-stay issues can extend processing, so apply well before travel.

· 5 working days· may take longer

/05

Travel after approval

Sticker visa holders collect the passport and check the visa details. eVISA travellers must show the live Visa Issuance Notice online; PDFs, screenshots, and printouts are not accepted. Visit Japan Web is optional but useful for arrival procedures.

· live eVISA notice· Visit Japan Web

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

14 items

Personalized checklist

Philippines -> Japan · Temporary Visitor visa (sticker or limited package-tour eVISA)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredPhilippine passport

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

Signed, undamaged, with two blank visa pages

RequiredVisa application form

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Typed, completed, and signed

RequiredPassport photo

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

4.5 x 3.5 cm, taken within 6 months

RequiredPassport bio-page copy

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

Color copy per VFS checklist

RequiredPSA birth certificate

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

Issued within 1 year unless waived by prior used Japan visa

RequiredPSA marriage certificate

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

For married applicants, issued within 1 year unless waived

RequiredItinerary in Japan

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

Daily plan with entry/departure and accommodation details; bookings are not required at application

ConditionalBank certificate

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

Average Daily Balance for the last 6 months, or bank statements if ADB is absent

RequiredTax payment certificate / BIR Form 2316

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Signed by employer and employee where applicable

RequiredEmployment/business/student evidence

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

Employment certificate should show position, salary, and tenure

OptionalJVAC/VFS handling fee

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

Current trusted fee tables show PHP 800; optional agency/courier services cost extra

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.

ConditionalArrival, health, or customs declaration

Submit before departure or on arrival through the destination's official system when required

Follow the airline and official arrival-system instructions in force at departure.

Official sourcesJapan MOFA — Exemption of Visa (Short-Term Stay) (September 1, 2025)Embassy of Japan in the Philippines — General Information (2025/8/15)Embassy of Japan in the Philippines — Frequently Asked Questions (2026/1/22)

Application link included: Japan MOFA — Exemption of Visa (Short-Term Stay) (September 1, 2025)

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Temporary Visitor visaFreeEmbassy says temporary visitor visa for Philippine nationals is gratis

JVAC/VFS handling feePHP 800Current trusted fee tables after the 2026 VFS rate change; confirm before applying

Multi-entry visaFree visa fee + handling feeIssuance depends on eligibility and examination; not guaranteed

Travel agency handling (optional)VariesAgency submissions can add their own service fee on top of JVAC/VFS charges

Express courier (optional)PHP 350+Return delivery to home/office

Overstay penaltiesDetention + banStrict enforcement

Total estimatePHP 800 — PHP 1,150+incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Temporary Visitor visa

5 working days standard

Embassy FAQ lists five working days from the day after acceptance, but applications through JVAC also need return handling.

Additional examination

Several weeks or longer possible

Extra documents, interviews, inquiries, or long-stay issues can extend processing; early release requests are not accommodated.

Package-tour eVISA

Agency route

Available only for eligible Philippine nationals residing in the Philippines who join designated package tours; eVISA stay is 15 days.

Visit Japan Web

Minutes

Optional arrival-procedure registration; it does not replace the visa or eVISA notice.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Insufficient funds shown

Bank evidence should support the trip and show the required 6-month ADB or statements when ADB is missing.

Medium

/02

Purpose or stay mismatch

The Embassy examines whether the requested 15, 30, or 90 days fits the stated purpose and itinerary.

Medium

/03

Inconsistent itinerary

Mismatched dates, vague plans, or contradictions between forms and bookings can lead to refusal.

Medium

/04

Previous immigration violations

Past deportation, overstay, false statements, or other violations can affect examination.

Medium

/05

Incomplete or stale documents

Documents prepared in the Philippines usually need to be current, and PSA birth/marriage certificates must be issued within 1 year unless waived.

Medium

/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

2026-06-19

Reviewed by Claude Code

Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.

2026-06-20 · major

Codex rechecked Philippines to Japan route

Rechecked MOFA, Embassy of Japan in the Philippines, VFS checklist, eVISA, and trusted fee-table sources; added checked-date, updated the VFS fee from PHP 520 to PHP 800, corrected stay/processing/photo/document wording, and clarified the limited 15-day package-tour eVISA route.

2026-05-27

Philippines to Japan route verified

Earlier verification confirmed the visa-required status and visa-fee waiver baseline; 2026-06-20 review superseded the old VFS fee and stay wording.

/09 — The questions