Under Japan’s Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act, it is stipulated that any foreigner wishing to enter or land in Japan must possess a valid passport and a Visa obtained from an Embassy or Consulate. Nationals of those countries that have Visa Exemption Arrangements with Japan may be eligible to visit Japan without a Visa. However, those with only Jamaican Nationality must obtain a Visa.
Major Types of Visas
- Temporary Visitor’s Visa: Vacation, Visiting Relatives/ Friends, Business (meeting, purchasing products, signing contracts, etc), Attending Conferences, etc.
- Working Visa: Entertainment, Job
- Specified Visa: Spouse/ Child of Japanese Nationals
- Transit Visa
How Do I Apply For A Visa?
Requirements for Visa application for all major categories.
Basic Requirements for all Visa categories:
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A valid passport with at least 2 (two) facing blank pages which will remain valid for the duration of stay in Japan.
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A passport size photograph taken within the last 6 (six) months.
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A completed application form.
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A full itinerary of the journey issued by airline/ travel agency.
Additional Requirements for:
How Much Does It Cost?
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Temporary Visitor’s Visa
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JM$2,950
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Working Visa
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JM$2,950
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Specified Visa
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JM$2,950
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Transit Visa
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JM$650
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For further information, please contact the Visa Section by telephone, or visit the Visa Window.
Embassy of Japan in Jamaica
NCB Towers, North Tower, 6 th Floor,
2 Oxford Road, Kingston 5 Jamaica, W. I.
Phone: +1-876-929-3338/ 9
Fax: +1-876-968-1373
Opening Days & Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00-12:00/ 13:00-16:00
