Important Updates:
September 27 : Effective on October 11, Japan welcomes visitors who are fully vaccinated with a booster shot, from all WHO-approved vaccine brands. Visitors without vaccines or have invalid vaccine records are required to take a pre-flight COVID test.
October 4 : Starting October 11, ERFS visas are no longer required to enter and visit Japan. Multiple-entry visas issued pre-pandemic are now valid again.
April 12: Entrants are no longer required to submit proof of vaccination or negative COVID test result starting May 8.
Quick Facts:
Processing Period:
10 - 15 working days
Visa Processing Fee:
Through International Journeys:
PHP 1,000 for Single-entry visa
PHP 1,500 for Multiple-entry visa
For Chinese Passport Holders:
Add your Alien Certificate of Registration
Visa Processing Fee is PHP 4,200
Document Requirements
All applicants are required to submit the following documents:
1. Japan Visa Application Form
Forms must be type-written and hand-signed
Forms must be printed on A4 size paper
All areas that have no answer or is not applicable, please put "N/A" in the space. The embassy will not accept forms with blanks
For Multiple-entry Visa,
Fill out Multiple-entry Request Form, check items that apply, and fill in reason for request
2. One (1) piece of Passport-size colored picture with white background
Taken within the last 6 months
Write applicant's name and birthdate at the back side of the pictures
No eyeglasses, headbands, caps, etc.
3. Original Philippine Passport
Valid for at least 6 months prior to departure date
Broken passport is not accepted
Must be signed and have at least two (2) blank visa pages
4. Day to Day Itinerary in Japan
5. Original PSA Birth Certificate
Valid within one (1) year of issuance
If late registered, kindly insert Original Baptismal Certificate and Form 137 from School
No need if with used Japan visa already
Required if traveling as family to prove relationship
6. Original PSA Marriage Certificate, if married
Valid within one (1) year of issuance
One certificate per couple applying together
No need if with used Japan visa already
7. Authorization Letter for each applicant
Print and fill in Date, Name and Signature, Passport Number, and Contact Number only
FOR EMPLOYEES
8. Original Certificate of Employment
Including applicant's positions, date hired, compensation, office address, company header, and HR landline and e-mail address
9. Original Bank Certificate
Validity is three (3) months from date of issue
Indicating the account type, balance, account opening date, and Average Daily Balance
10. Original or Certified True Copy of Bank Statement for the last 3 months
11. Income Tax Return (photocopy) or Form 2316
Should contain the signature of employers
FOR BUSINESSMEN
8. Photocopy of Business Registration from SEC or DTI
9. Photocopy of Business Permit or Mayor's Permit
10. Original Bank Certificate
Validity is three (3) months from date of issue
Indicating the account type, balance, account opening date, and Average Daily Balance
11. Original or Certified True Copy of Bank Statement for the last 3 months
12. Income Tax Return (photocopy) or Form 1701
Should have a receipt stamp from BIR/Landbank/Bank Recipient
FOR STUDENTS/MINORS
8. Photocopy of School ID
9. Original PSA Birth Certificate
10. Notarized Affidavit of Support, if not applying together with parent/s
11. Guarantee Letter
In case of more than 1 guarantee, fill out List of Visa Applicants Form too
12. Parents' Financial Documents as an Employee or Businessman (see above)
13. Parents' Original PSA Marriage Certificate
14. If parents already have a valid visa, attach photocopy of parents' valid visa
15. If not traveling with parents, attach photocopy of parents' passports or valid government ID
FOR HOUSEWIVES
8. Photocopy of PSA Marriage Contract; if not available, submit an affidavit
9. Financial Documents of Spouse as an Employee or Businessman (see above)
10. Guarantee Letter
In case of more than 1 guarantee, fill out List of Visa Applicants Form too
11. Notarized Affidavit of Support, if not applying together with spouse
FOR SENIOR CITIZENS
8. Photocopy of Senior Citizen ID or Retirement Documents
9. Original PSA Marriage Certificate, if traveling with spouse
10. Original Bank Certificate
Indicating the account type, balance, account opening date, and Average Daily Balance
11. Original or Certified True Copy of Bank Statement for the last 3 months
12. Notarized Affidavit of Support, if Senior is dependent
Where To Submit?
Visa Receiving Office
International Journeys Visa Office
Z Square Mall, 886 Banawe Street, Quezon City, Philippines
Contact Numbers:
Visa Officer - Keildy: 0917 622 5254
FB Messenger: m.me/ijtravel
How much is the Japan Visa processing fee?
PHP 1,000 for Single-entry visa
PHP 1,500 for Multiple-entry visa
How do I pay for my visa application?
Pay in our office or deposit to any of the following:
Account name: International Journeys Inc.
BDO: 00290-004-8598
Security Bank: 0686-0288-09001
Send copy of deposit slip to visa@ijourneys.com.ph for us to verify your payment.
How do I claim my passport?
You can pick-up your passport in our office or have it sent back via courier or any real-time delivery service. Check with our Visa Officer if your passport is ready for pick-up.
Frequently Asked Questions:
How soon should I apply for Japan visa?
We encourage you to apply within 3 months before your trip.
Can I appeal if my visa is denied?
The Japan Embassy does not accept appeal for refused visa.
When can I re-apply if my visa is denied?
You may re-apply after 6 months from the date of denial.
Important reminders before you submit your application
Attach a letter of explanation for documents that cannot be submitted.
Family should apply at the same time and provide proof of relationship: These must be original PSA documents.
Apply for visa prior to purchasing your airline tickets and travel services since visa issuance is subject for approval of the consul in charge.
Applying through a designated travel agent does not guarantee the issuance of visa.
Inform your HR Officer/Contractor/Bank that someone will call or email from the Japan Embassy to validate the documents you provided.
Useful Links & Downloadable Forms
You may check this Form Sample Guide
Multiple-Entry Visa Request Form
You may check this Itinerary Sample Guide
For multiple guarantees, List of Visa Applicants Form
Embassy of Japan in the Philippines Official Announcements
International Journeys summarized the above Japan visa application guide and no part may be copied or reproduced without prior written consent.
Visa Conditions:
Visa approval is not guaranteed and is still under the final discretion of the consul.
Processing time indicated is based on average application time. It is not guaranteed and may be delayed if additional documents are required by the embassy.
Do not purchase your tickets before your visas are issued and approved. International Journeys will not be liable for any unused travel products in the case of visa denial or if the release of visa has been delayed.
International Journeys will not accept visa application with departure date scheduled within 3 weeks from the date of submission.
Any request for early release and pulling out/cancellation of application is not permitted once the documents are submitted to the Japan Embassy.