Japan visa requirements for South Africans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for South Africans visiting Japan

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


  • Valid national passport. The passport should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country. The passport should have one blank page for entry stamp.
  • One copy of completed application form which should carry the necessary signatures and stamp.
  • One recent passport-size photograph taken with a white background.
  • Bank statement which is not older than 3 months from the period of entry to the country. This is proof that you can cater for yourself during the period of your stay in the country.
  • Valid travel insurance.
  • Proof of accommodation for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Return and onward ticket.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.

Japan Visa for South Africans

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.

Avoid driving under the influence of alcohol, DUI will land you in jail for up to 5 years and attracts a $10,000 fine.

Types of Japan Visa


Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 2 working days 90 days
Business visa 2 working days 90 days
Work visa 2 working days 3 years

General Requirements for Japan Visa


  • Valid national passport. The passport should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country. The passport should have one blank page for entry stamp.
  • One copy of completed application form which should carry the necessary signatures and stamp.
  • One recent passport-size photograph taken with a white background.
  • Bank statement which is not older than 3 months from the period of entry to the country. This is proof that you can cater for yourself during the period of your stay in the country.
  • Valid travel insurance.
  • Proof of accommodation for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Return and onward ticket.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.

Japan Visa Fees


Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

3000.00 (JPY)

Business visa

3000.00 (JPY)

Work visa

Investor/Business Manager Visa

Researcher Visa

Intra-Company Transfer

Professor Visa

Entertainer Visa

Engineer Visa

6000.00 (USD)

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Japan Visa Application Centres & Embassies in South Africa


Location

Address

Pretoria

259 Baines Street, Corner Frans Oerder Street, Groenkloof, Pretoria.

http://www.za.emb-japan.go.jp

consul@pr.mofa.go.jp

+27 12 452 1500

Frequently Asked Questions


Can foreigners work in Japan??

Yes, foreigners in Japan can work but they are advised to taking up work in bars.


Is Japan visa free??

No, Japan is not free for South Africa.


How much is the tourist visa in Japan??
The single-entry visa is 3,000 yen while the multiple-entry visa is 6,000 yen.

Is Japan safe to visit??
The only fear in Japan is the risk of natural disaster. Asides this, Japan in relatively safe.

What should I avoid in Japan??

If you are planning a trip to Japan, avoid breaking the rules of chopstick etiquette, don’t ignore the queuing system, don’t blow your nose in public, and don’t leave a tip.