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Japanese citizens hold one of the world’s most powerful passports, ranking in 5th position globally. With visa-free access to 107 destinations, Japanese travelers enjoy seamless mobility across the world.

For destinations that require prior authorization, Japanese citizens can apply for various travel permits such as eVisa, eTA, Visa on Arrival (VoA), ou un Sticker Visa, depending on the country’s immigration policies.

Currently, Japanese citizens can apply for an eVisa ou eTA in more than 55 pays worldwide. Both processes are completely online, and there’s no need to visit an embassy or consulate.

However, some countries still require a stamped visa. For those destinations, Japanese citizens must apply directly through the embassy or consulate.

To travel abroad, Japanese citizens must hold a valid passport with at least six (6) months’ validity beyond the intended stay.

As the rules vary across countries, travelers are advised to verify the latest visa requirements before planning any trip.

Un eVisa (Electronic Visa) is a digital authorization linked directly to the traveler’s passport. It is applied online without visiting the embassy. Once approved, it is sent via email and can be shown electronically or printed upon arrival.

Un eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization), on the other hand, is a pre-entry permit that allows travelers to board their flight to the destination country. Like the eVisa, it can also be applied online, but it typically has a specific validity window. Travelers must enter the destination country within that timeframe. In case the traveler fails to reach within the timeframe, the eTA expires, and they need to apply for a new eTA.

Below are the destinations that offer eVisa and eTA to Japanese citizens:

A Visa à l'arrivée (VoA) allows Japanese citizens to obtain a visa after arriving at the destination airport or land border checkpoint. The process is typically quick, but the rules can change without notice.

So, it’s strongly advised to confirm the current VoA policy with the official immigration website of the destination before traveling.

Here’s the list of destinations that offer VoA to Japanese citizens:

With the passport ranking 5th globally, Japanese citizens can travel visa-free to 107 countries. These visa exemptions allow travelers to stay at their destination for 10 to 90 days, depending on the destination country.

Here is the complete list:

While Japanese citizens enjoy one of the most powerful passports in the world, there are still a few countries that require them to apply for a traditional sticker or stamp visa in advance.

In that case, applicants are usually required to visit the nearest embassy or consulate in person and submit a complete visa form, recent photographs, and supporting documents.

However, some embassies also offer a partial online application system where you can complete the form digitally before submitting your passport and documents in person.

The processing time for a traditional visa varies by country, but it may take several weeks or even months. Therefore, Japanese travelers should start their visa application at least a few weeks before their planned travel date for these countries.

Below is the list of countries that require a traditional visa for Japanese nationals:

Although specific visa requirements vary by country, Japanese citizens typically need to prepare the following: 

• Passeport en cours de validité : A Japanese passport with at least six (6) months of validity from the intended date of arrival.
• Formulaire de demande de visa : A fully completed and signed application, submitted online or at the embassy.
• Photographie : A recent passport-sized photograph (taken within 3 months) with a plain background.
• Billets d'avion : Proof of confirmed travel itinerary (inbound and outbound).
• Preuve d'hébergement/séjour : Hotel booking, Airbnb confirmation, or invitation letter showing where you will stay.

Japanese citizens can travel to around 198 destinations, which makes the passport one of the most powerful in the world. Among them, 55 destinations offer eVisa, and eTA, 17 visa-on-arrival, 107 visa-free, and 19 require a traditional visa from Japanese citizens.

107 countries offer a visa-free option to Japanese citizens. These include Albania, Colombia, Germany, Ireland, the United Arab Emirates, and many other countries listed above in the visa-free section.

The primary way to prove Japanese citizenship is to present a Japanese passport ou un Kosekki-Tohon (family register) document issued by the Japanese authorities.

Non, under Japanese law, dual citizenship is generally not permitted. This means that if a Japanese citizen gets citizenship from another country, they may have to renounce their Japanese citizenship.