Below information is just for reference. Polies may
subject to change. Please consult the embassy and local
agency for most up-to-date visa application process.
Any foreign visitor who wishes to enter Japan must have a
passport, which will remain valid during the period of stay.
In order to enter Japan, visitors usually must comply with
the conditions of their visas and authorizations of resident
eligibility. However, visa exemptions can be made for
citizens of sixty-six different countries provided that
their stays are within ninety days such as with stays for
sightseeing purposes and that they do not engage in
activities where they earn compensation. This page provides
information on short stays. Revisions in visa conditions are
made periodically. Therefore, please check the “Visa”
section in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan website
if the latest and detailed information on standard visas or
visas other than for those for short stay programs is
needed.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs:
http://www.mofa.go.jp/j_info/visit/visa/index.html
Important Notice
Please note ICGES is not authorized to assist with the VISA process beyond providing the Notification of Acceptance Letter and Invitation Letter (after registration) issued by the ICGES Committee Board. The invitation letter will be issued after the successful registration. Should your application be denied, ICGES cannot change the decision of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, nor will ICGES engage in discussion or correspondence with the MOFA or the Embassy on behalf of the applicant. The registration fee cannot be refunded when the VISA application of individual being denied.