Japan Visa & Entry Requirement News

All the latest policy changes, visa announcements, and essential travel updates specifically for entry into Japan. Stay informed to plan your trip confidently.

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Japan Visa-Free Entry Covers 4 Caribbean Passports

July 13, 2026
Japan's visa-free entry covers Bahamian, Barbadian, Dominican Republic and Surinamese passport holders for 90-day stays. Barbados needs an ICAO passport.
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Japan eVisa Opens to Filipino Tourists, With Limits

June 24, 2026
Japan now allows some Filipino passport holders on packaged tours to apply for a single-entry tourism eVisa for stays of up to 15 days.
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Tourists browse colorful food stalls at a bustling Japanese street market, surrounded by hanging red lanterns and traditional wooden buildings.

Japan’s New Electronic Travel Authorization System (JESTA): Everything You Need to Know

May 19, 2025
Learn about Japan's JESTA system, eligibility, application steps, and its role in securing and managing tourism effectively.
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