Japan

Visa Type
Business / Tourist

Validity
3 months

Time
1 Week

Requirements
A visa is NOT required for British Citizens entering Japan for a period of 30 days or less for business or tourism provided they hold a passport valid for 6 months, confirmed onward/return tickets and proof of funds.

Performers, however, must apply for a visa and supply the following documents:

• A passport valid for at least 6 months
• 1 visa application form completed and signed
• 1 passport size photo ( taken within 6 months)
• Signed contract of employment
• Certificate of eligibility
• Letter of invitation from Japan
• Letter of guarantee from the promoter or agent in Japan
• Documents regarding the business operation of the promoter or agent in Japan
• Schedule of performances in Japan
• A list of all visa applicants
• Documents certifying the applicants’ career or qualifications
• Written pledge must be filled out by inviting company. Available for download at bottom of page.

• IMPORTANT - The Japanese Embassy now require ALL visa applicants complete a health questionnaire regarding recent travel to areas with cases of coronavirus. Please find questionnaire available for download at bottom of page.

• Japan_Visa_Written_Pledge.pdf
• Questionnaire (20200318).pdf
• birch_visas_japan.pdf