Immigration News - Japan Online visa application services opened to U.S., Canadian nationals Share this article LinkedIn Facebook X (Twitter) August 19, 2022 IMPACT – MEDIUM The Japanese government has announced that it will allow U.S. and Canadian nationals to apply online for short-term stay visas. Key Points: As of Aug. 18, U.S. and Canadian nationals can apply online for short-term stay visas to enter Japan for up to 90 days for unpaid business activities, tourism or to visit relatives. Eligible individuals can submit applications through Japan’s eVISA website. U.S. and Canadian applicants will be required to log into the Japan eVISA website and show authorities the “Visa issuance notice” at the airport. Authorities will not accept a screenshot of the notice or a PDF. More information regarding the online short-stay visa application is available here. Additional Information: U.S. and Canadian nationals traveling for tourism cannot travel throughout the country freely. They will only be able to enter the country for tourism if they have booked a guided tour through a designated travel agency. BAL Analysis: U.S. and Canadian nationals will face reduced barriers when applying for short-term stay visa in Japan. Travelers are reminded that Japan continues to enforce COVID-19 entry requirements and should plan travel in advance to avoid delays or complications when entering the country. Information on Japan’s current COVID-19 entry requirements is available here. This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice group. For additional information, please contact berryapplemanleiden@bal.com. Copyright © 2022 Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. All rights reserved. Reprinting or digital redistribution to the public is permitted only with the express written permission of Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. For inquiries, please contact copyright@bal.com.