Japan Online Visa for Citizens of the Philippines

Apply for Japan eVisa

Philippine passport holders must have a valid visa for Japan. Thanks to the eVisa, eligible travelers can easily apply for a travel permit online.

Find out more about the Japan eVisa here, including how to apply as a Philippine citizen.

Overview of the Japan eVisa for Citizens of the Philippines

The Japan eVisa has the following features:

  • Purpose: Tourism
  • Validity: 3 months
  • Number of entries: Single entry
  • Length of stay: 90 days

There is no option for a visa extension. You must follow the standard length of stay which is 90 days.

If you plan to visit for another reason, such as to work or study, you must apply for a different visa at a Japanese embassy or consulate.

Japan eVisa Requirements for Filipino Citizens

You must meet specific requirements to apply for the Japan eVisa as a Philippine citizen.

Applicants are responsible for gathering all necessary documents and information.

Please take time to review the list of Japan eVisa requirements before starting your visa application.

Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll need:

  • Passport
  • Passport photo
  • Travel itinerary
  • Proof of sufficient funds
  • Permanent residency card for: Australia, Brazil, Cambodia, Canada, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, Taiwan, United Kingdom, or United States.

Note: You may need additional documentation depending on your country of residency. We’ll inform you of what documents you need after you’ve submitted your application.

How to Get a Japan eVisa From the Philippines

You can apply for your Japan eVisa in a matter of minutes with our easy-to-use application form. Simply follow these steps:

  • Complete the online form
  • Pay the visa processing fee
  • Submit your documents
  • Receive the eVisa by email

We’ll send you all updated by email. Once your visa has been processed and approved, you’ll receive an email with a PDF copy of your visa.

Other Japanese Visa Types for the Philippines

It’s important to apply for the correct visa type issued by Japan. Review the different visa types below.

More short-term Japan visas for Philippine nationals

In addition to the tourist visas outlined above, Filipino nationals may apply for the following short-term visas:

  • Business Visa - to qualify for this visa, applicants should be employed at least on a managerial level at a corporation which falls under certain criteria.
  • Transit Visa - if Japan is simply a stopover while traveling to a different country, Philippine citizens will require a Transit Visa.

Long-term visas for Philippine nationals

The Japanese government grants long-term visas for Philippine citizens in special cases:

  • Working Visa and Highly Skilled Professional Visa require that the applicant has a job offer or sponsor in Japan who can produce a certificate of eligibility
  • General Visa is granted for people who will engage in cultural activities. It requires a certificate of eligibility by a regional immigration authority
  • Specified Visa is for Filipino spouses or children of Japanese nationals grants a stay of up to 5 years

Contact your nearest Japanese embassy or consulate for more information on visa types.