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Vietnam to Japan visa requirements

Q: Can Vietnamese travellers apply directly for Japan eVISA?

Not as a general direct individual route. MOFA lists Vietnam under applications through accredited agencies: Vietnamese nationals residing in Vietnam must join a package tour organized by designated travel agencies.

Q: How long can a Vietnam eVISA holder stay in Japan?

The Japan eVISA page and Embassy notice state that Vietnamese residents using the eVISA route receive a 15-day period of stay.

Q: Can a paper tourist visa allow 90 days?

Short-term tourist visas can be granted for up to 90 days, but the actual period is what Japan issues on the visa and landing permission.

Q: How much is the Japan visa fee in Vietnam?

For applications accepted from April 1, 2026 through March 31, 2027, the Embassy fee notice lists 520,000 VND for single-entry and 1,030,000 VND for double or multiple-entry visas.

Q: Is Visit Japan Web the same as Japan eVISA?

No. Visit Japan Web is for arrival procedures such as immigration and customs pre-registration. A Vietnamese traveller who needs a visa must still obtain the visa or eVISA through the proper route.

Visa required. Vietnamese ordinary passport holders can use a paper short-stay visa route, or a 15-day tourism eVISA only through designated package-tour agencies. Vietnamese ordinary passport holders need a visa before travelling to Japan; Vietnam is not on Japan's short-term visa exemption list. For tourism, the ordinary paper short-stay visa route can allow stays up to 90 days as granted, and single-entry visas are normally valid for 3 months from issue. Japan eVISA is narrower for Vietnam: Vietnamese nationals residing in Vietnam must participate in a package tour organized by designated travel agencies, use an ordinary passport, travel by air or an eligible scheduled passenger ferry, and the eVISA period of stay is 15 days. Japan's 2026 fee notice lists 520,000 VND for a single-entry visa and 1,030,000 VND for a double or multiple-entry visa for ordinary applicants. Visit Japan Web is an arrival-procedure service for immigration, customs, and tax-free shopping; it does not replace the visa.

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

Short-term stay visa; eVISA only for designated package-tour tourism

Maximum stay

Paper tourist visa: up to 90 days as granted; Vietnam eVISA: 15 days

per entry

Entries

Single; double/multiple only if eligible and issued

from issue date

Visa fee

520,000 VND single-entry; 1,030,000 VND double/multiple

consular fee only

Processing time

At least 5-6 working days after acceptance; longer if extra checks are needed

standard track

Validity

Single-entry visa is valid for 3 months from issue

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm jurisdiction and route

Apply through the Embassy in Hanoi, the Consulates-General in Da Nang or Ho Chi Minh City, or the designated agency route required by the relevant office. eVISA for Vietnamese residents is only for designated-agency package tours and is limited to ordinary passports traveling by air or eligible scheduled passenger ferry.

· visa required· jurisdiction

/02

Prepare the official document set

For ordinary tourism, MOFA lists a valid passport, one visa application form, one photo, flight or ship itinerary, proof of ability to pay travel expenses, and an itinerary in Japan.

· valid passport· itinerary

/03

Avoid unsupported shortcuts

The official checklist asks for proof of funds such as an income certificate, tax return, bank statement, or balance certificate; it does not publish a fixed minimum bank balance for ordinary tourism.

· no fixed balance

/04

Submit before travel

The Embassy says a visa can be applied for up to 3 months before entering Japan. Do not issue paid air tickets before visa approval unless you accept the cancellation risk.

· 3-month validity· do not issue tickets early

/05

Display eVISA correctly

eVISA travellers must display the live Visa issuance notice on a device at check-in or arrival with internet access. PDF files, screenshots, and printouts are not accepted.

· live notice· internet

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items

Personalized checklist

Vietnam -> Japan · Short-term stay visa; eVISA only for designated package-tour tourism

0 / 11 complete

Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredVietnamese ordinary passport

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

Must be valid; the cited Japan visa checklist does not state a fixed 6-month validity rule

RequiredVisa application form

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

One completed and signed form

RequiredPassport photo

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

One recent photo matching Japan visa instructions

RequiredFlight or ship itinerary

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

Show arrival and departure dates and flight/ship numbers; paid ticketing is not required at application

RequiredProof of ability to pay

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

Income certificate, tax return, bank statement, or balance certificate; no official fixed minimum balance found

RequiredItinerary in Japan

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

Dates, planned activities, contacts, and accommodation details

ConditionalDesignated package-tour documents

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

Required if using the Vietnam eVISA route through a designated travel agency

RequiredSmartphone or tablet with internet

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

Needed to display the live eVISA issuance notice; screenshot/PDF/printout is not enough

OptionalVisit Japan Web account

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

Optional arrival-procedure pre-registration; it is separate from the visa or eVISA

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 sourcesJapan MOFA — The JAPAN eVISA system, May 15, 2026 Japan MOFA — Exemption of Visa (Short-Term Stay), September 1, 2025 Japan MOFA — Nationals of Viet Nam who wish to come to Japan for a short-term stay, April 7, 2025

Application link included: Japan MOFA — The JAPAN eVISA system, May 15, 2026

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Single-entry visa520,000 VNDEmbassy of Japan in Vietnam 2026 fee notice, for applications accepted April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027

Double / multiple-entry visa1,030,000 VNDIssued only when eligible; same 2026 fee notice

Transit visa120,000 VNDOfficial 2026 fee notice; not a tourism substitute

Designated agency serviceVariesAgency or package-tour charges can be separate from the consular visa fee

Total estimate520,000 VND — 1,030,000 VND + agency/package costsincl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Embassy in Hanoi

Shortest: 6 working days

Embassy guidance says the shortest processing time is 6 working days from the day after submission, effective February 1, 2024.

Consulate-General in Ho Chi Minh City

At least 5 working days

HCMC guidance says at least 5 working days from the day after the Consulate accepts the application.

Additional review

Several weeks possible

Interview, additional documents, or consultation with MOFA in Tokyo can extend processing.

Visit Japan Web

After visa issuance

Use only for arrival procedures such as immigration and customs; it does not grant a visa.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Incomplete or inconsistent documents

Missing forms, weak itinerary detail, or conflicting travel dates can delay or undermine the application.

Medium

/02

Insufficient proof of travel funds

Applicants should show credible ability to pay through official fund documents; Japan does not publish a fixed VND minimum in the cited checklist.

Medium

/03

Wrong eVISA route

Vietnam eVISA is limited to Vietnamese residents joining package tours arranged by designated travel agencies.

Medium

/04

Issuing tickets before approval

Japanese mission guidance warns against issuing air tickets before a visa is granted because processing can be refused or delayed.

Low

/05

Failure to show live eVISA notice

eVISA holders must show the live Visa issuance notice on a device; screenshots, PDFs, and printed copies are rejected.

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

2026-06-20

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 checked Vietnam to Japan visa facts

Added checked-date, refreshed sources, corrected Vietnam eVISA to designated package-tour agencies with a 15-day stay, updated 2026 fees to 520,000 VND single and 1,030,000 VND double/multiple, replaced unsupported six-month passport and fixed bank-balance claims with official document wording, and clarified Visit Japan Web is not a visa.

2026-05-27

Vietnam to Japan route verified

Confirmed visa required, eVisa available via accredited agencies, single-entry 90-day stays.

/09 — The questions