Japan visa requirements for Togoleses

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Togoleses visiting Japan

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


  • A Togolese passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.

  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.

  • The parents/legal guardians have to sign the form if the applicant is a minor.

  • Three passport-size photographs (4x 6 cm) taken on a white background.

  • Travel document must be completely provided.

  • Proof of financial capability.

  • Proof of accommodation/hotel reservations.

  • Copy of return flight ticket.

  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to the home country.

  • A police report showing the traveller does not have a criminal record.

  • Medical insurance that covers the duration of stay.

  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.

  • Copy of travel itinerary.

  • Applicants are to provide a proof of the paid visa application fee.


    Applicants are advised to make their applications through the Japanese embassy in Ivory Coast. Japan does not have an embassy in Togo.








Japan Visa for Togoleses

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
Tourist visa 5-7 working days 90 days
Business visa 5-7 working days 90 days
Student visa 5-7 working days 6 months -2 years
Official visa 5-7 working days 90 days

General Requirements for Japan Visa


  • A Togolese passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.

  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.

  • The parents/legal guardians have to sign the form if the applicant is a minor.

  • Three passport-size photographs (4x 6 cm) taken on a white background.

  • Travel document must be completely provided.

  • Proof of financial capability.

  • Proof of accommodation/hotel reservations.

  • Copy of return flight ticket.

  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to the home country.

  • A police report showing the traveller does not have a criminal record.

  • Medical insurance that covers the duration of stay.

  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.

  • Copy of travel itinerary.

  • Applicants are to provide a proof of the paid visa application fee.


    Applicants are advised to make their applications through the Japanese embassy in Ivory Coast. Japan does not have an embassy in Togo.








Japan Visa Fees


Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

140.00 (USD)

Business visa

140.00 (USD)

Student visa

280.00 (USD)

Official visa

140.00 (USD)

Japan Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Togo


Location

Address

Ivory coast

Immeuble Alpha 2000, Tour A 18 ème étage, Avenue Chardy, Abijan

consulate aj.mofa.go.jp

+225-2021-2863

Frequently Asked Questions


How safe is Japan?

Japan is relatively safe to visit but visitors are advised to still apply general precautionary measures as they would in any other country.


What are the popular meals in Japan?

Sushi is the most popular Japanese food. it is widely eaten both within and outside Japan.


What languages are spoken in Japan?

Japanese is the official language spoken in japan but English is spoken in cities like Tokyo, Osaka, and other major tourist cities.


What is the official currency used in Japan?

The Japanese Yen is the official currency used in Japan but the US dollars can sometimes be accepted in major tourist cities.