Japan visa requirements for Cape Verdians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Cape Verdians visiting Japan

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Japanese Visa.


  • A valid passport.
  • A completed and signed visa application form.
  • One passport size photograph not older than 6 months. 
  • A copy of your flight reservation.
  • A copy of your hotel reservation.
  • A letter of guarantee from your Guarantor.
  • Proof of sustenance throughout your stay in Japan.
  • Applicant's bank statement for the last 6 months.
  • Proof of payment of Income Tax Revenue(ITR).
  • A copy of your travel itinerary.
  • The visa costs 3000JPY for single entry while the multiple entry visa costs 6000JPY.

Japan Visa for Cape Verdians

Facts about Japan


Japan is an island nation which features dense cities, imperial palaces, mountainous national parks and a plethora of shrines and temples. Tokyo, which is the capital is a popular destination for skyscrapers, shopping, and pop culture. Other popular tourist sites in the country are Onsen – a hot spring resort which features mineral baths, ski resorts such as Niseko in Hokkaido, Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto and Himeji Castle. Shops in Japan are famous for having the latest fashion trends, kimono gowns, and electronics. Sumo-wrestling, Kabuki theater productions, and karaoke bars are the forms of entertainment which tourists can pass time with. Child tourists in the country look forward to visiting Tokyo Tower which is considered Tokyo Disneyland.
 
The 21 World Heritage Sites make Japan one of the most visited countries in the world. Since 2011, the number of foreigners visiting the country has steadily been on the rise, a total number of 28.69 million foreigners visited Japan in 2017. The Japanese government hopes to receive 40 million foreign tourists every year by 2020.
 
Foreigners should desist from engaging in drug-related crimes as there are sophisticated methods of detecting drugs in Japan. Huge fines and lengthy sentences are handed out to anyone caught in the act.

Types of Japan Visa


Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Business visa 7 days 3 months
Student visa 15 days Depending on the course duration
Tourist visa 7 days 3 months
Transit visa 7 days 3 days

General Requirements for Japan Visa


  • A valid passport.
  • A completed and signed visa application form.
  • One passport size photograph not older than 6 months. 
  • A copy of your flight reservation.
  • A copy of your hotel reservation.
  • A letter of guarantee from your Guarantor.
  • Proof of sustenance throughout your stay in Japan.
  • Applicant's bank statement for the last 6 months.
  • Proof of payment of Income Tax Revenue(ITR).
  • A copy of your travel itinerary.
  • The visa costs 3000JPY for single entry while the multiple entry visa costs 6000JPY.

Japan Visa Fees


Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Business visa

3000.00 (JPY)

Student visa

6000.00 (JPY)

Tourist visa

3000.00 (JPY)

Transit visa

700.00 (JPY)

Japan Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Cape Verde


Location

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There is no Japanese embassy in Cape Verde. Cape Verdeans who wish to visit Japan should visit the nearest country with a Japanese embassy.

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Frequently Asked Questions


What are the Japanese like?

The locals are very friendly in Japan and do not collect tips as they consider tipping rude.


What is Japan known for?

Japan is known worldwide for its Sushi, traditional arts, tea ceremonies, calligraphy and flower arranging. The country has a legacy of distinctive gardens, sculpture, and poetry. Japan is home to more than a dozen UNESCO World Heritage sites.


What is the official language in Japan?

The official language in Japan is Japanese and it is the most widely spoken, which is separated into numerous dialects with the Tokyo dialect considered standard Japanese. In addition to the Japanese language, Ryukyuan languages are spoken in Okinawa and parts of Kagoshima in the Ryukyu Islands.


What is Japan's official currency?

The currency used in Japan is the Yen with its symbol as, ¥ and its code as JPY. The Yen is the third most traded currency in the foreign exchange market after the United States dollar and the euro. You can not spend other currencies in Japan although, USD, the Euro, Chinese Yuan Renminbi can be easily exchanged in various locations in Japan.