Japan eVisa for Georgian Citizens
Japan has launched an online visa for citizens of certain countries. The eVisa system is currently available to citizens of Canada, the United States, and Taiwan. Georgia is not eligible, however it may be added in the future.
Below Georgian travelers will find out everything they need to know about the new Japanese eVisa.
Do I Need a Visa for Japan from Georgia?
Yes, each traveler must hold their own visa before going to Japan.
Georgian passport holders cannot enter the country without a valid visa. This is part of Japan’s entry policy and is mandatory for all foreign visitors.
Types of Japanese Visas for Georgians
There are multiple visa types to apply depending on the reasons for visiting Japan and the duration of the traveler’s stay. Most of them are divided into 2 main categories: authorizations for short-term visits, and permits for travelers who will stay for longer periods.
Japan Visas for Short-Term Visits
Georgian citizens’ visa application will vary depending on the trip they intend on taking, and more specifically, on how long they wish to stay in Japan.
For travelers who are visiting Japan from Georgia as tourists, or for the purpose of visiting family and friends, a tourist visa is appropriate.
If you are traveling to Japan for short-term business ventures, then the Japanese business visa is the correct visa to select during the application process.
If you are utilizing a Japanese airport as a layover, then the transit visa is the correct visa to apply for. Please take into consideration this is not an authorization for those travelers who wish to visit Japan.
Japanese Visas for Long-Term Stays
If Georgian nationals are interested in traveling to Japan for extended periods of time, then they are advised to apply for any of the following visas, according to their circumstances and travel needs:
- General visa: meant for Georgian citizens who have already met the eligibility requirements and who intent on remaining in Japan for up to three years.
- Working visa: issued to Georgians who have received a written job offer to move to or remain in Japan. Special requirements apply.
- Specific visa: suited for Georgian passport holders who have a Japanese family member or spouse This travel authorization is valid for up to five years.
- Official visa: might be granted for business, government relations, or international aid and relations work. The visa’s validity is subject to change dependent on the type of work.
- Diplomatic visa: for Georgian citizens who are developing diplomacy work in Japan. The validity of a visa for Georgian diplomats depends on the individual’s role and/or project.
Important notice: The long-term visas available to travel and stay in Japan require to meet additional and particular conditions that should be consulted with proper Japanese authorities in the correspondent embassies or consulates.
Japan eVisa Requirements for Georgian Passport Holders
The Japanese eVisa application is a quick, simple process that can be completed online if applicants have all the necessary information to fill out the electronic form. If Georgian citizens become eligible, there are several several basic requirements that each traveler would need to meet. The following documents and data would be needed during the online form process:
- Passport (Georgian or from another country on the approved list) with a minimum of two blank passport pages and six months of validity
- Recently taken color photograph, digitalized and formatted for a passport
- Ltinerary for the applicant’s entire time in Japan with details of hotels and onward travel
- Proof of financial stability via bank statements and income tax documents unless traveling with the aid of a sponsor or guarantor (see below)
- Secondary government document such as a marriage certificate **(mandatory if the applicant is married) or a driver’s license**
Should a traveler be visiting Japan with the help of a sponsor or guarantor they will need to present the following:
- Guarantee letter which details the relationship between the two parties
- Proof of that relationship via supporting documents
- Financial proof that the sponsor is capable of supporting the traveler during their time in Japan
To avoid any issues related to Japan’s eVisa application, it is recommended to stay informed about the relevant news and information regarding the Japanese eVisa.