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Do Thailand passport holders need a visa to visit Japan?

No, visa-free for up to 15 days. Thai ordinary ePassport holders can visit Japan visa-free for short-term stays of up to 15 days. The exemption is for temporary visitor activities such as tourism, family visits, and short business meetings, not work.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-26
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 2026-05-26
Visa type
Visa exemption
Maximum stay
15 days
per entry
Entries
Multiple
from issue date
Visa fee
Free
consular fee only
Processing time
Instant at border
standard track
Validity
No visa issued
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm ePassport eligibility
Japan's exemption for Thai nationals applies only to ICAO-compliant ePassport holders.
· ePassport· Thailand
/02
Prepare arrival evidence
Carry return ticket, accommodation, itinerary, and funds proof in case airline or immigration asks.
· onward proof· hotel
/03
Use Visit Japan Web
Complete immigration and customs information online before travel if you want faster arrival processing.
· optional· arrival forms
/04
Enter as Temporary Visitor
Receive landing permission for the permitted stay. Check the stamped or digital stay date before leaving immigration.
· 15 days· no work
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

6 items
Personalized checklist
0 / 6 complete
Thai ePassport
ICAO-compliant ordinary passport
Return or onward ticket
Departure within 15 days
Accommodation details
Hotel booking or host address
Funds proof
Cash, card, or statement if asked
Visit Japan Web confirmation
Optional but useful for arrival forms
Purpose evidence
Tourism plan, event, or family visit details
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa feeFreeExemption
Visit Japan WebFreeOptional
Total estimateFree — Freeincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Before travel
No visa application
Prepare documents and online arrival forms instead of applying for a visa.
Border clearance
On arrival
Japan immigration decides final landing permission.
If not ePassport
Apply in advance
Non-ePassport holders should obtain a visa before travel.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Not holding an ePassport
The Thai exemption is limited to ICAO-compliant ePassports.
High
/02
No onward ticket
Airlines may deny boarding if departure from Japan is unclear.
Medium
/03
Suspected work or long stay
Temporary visitor status does not allow employment or residence-like use.
Medium
/04
Insufficient funds or unclear itinerary
Border officers can ask for practical trip evidence.
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
2025-09-01
Japan MOFA exemption list updated
Japan lists Thailand with a 15-day short-term stay exemption for eligible ePassport holders.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Thai passport holders stay 90 days in Japan visa-free?—
No. Japan's MOFA page lists Thailand at 15 days, not 90 days.
Can I extend the 15 days?+
Does this cover paid work?+
Can I enter again after leaving?+
/11 — Passport tools

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