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title: Japan visa for citizens of Egypt
description: "Citizens of Egypt need a visa for Japan and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: ¥3,000. Processing: 3–5 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Japan visa for citizens of Egypt

Citizens of Egypt need a visa for Japan and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Official application site: https://www.evisa.mofa.go.jp/en/

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · eVisa · Tourist (30 days)
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 3–5 days
- **Government fee:** ¥3,000
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Not required

## How to apply

1. **Check eligibility** — Ensure you reside in one of the eligible countries and have a valid passport.
2. **Prepare documents** — Scan passport info page, take photo, and confirm flight and hotel bookings.
3. **Create account and login** — Register on the official eVisa portal with your email and set a password.
4. **Fill in online application** — Complete the form with personal and travel details, upload documents.
5. **Pay the fee** — Pay 3,000 JPY by credit card or other accepted method online.
6. **Wait for processing** — Standard processing takes 3 to 5 business days.
7. **Download e-Visa** — Once approved, download the e-Visa as a PDF; print or keep digital for arrival.
8. **Arrive in Japan** — Present passport and e-Visa at immigration; receive landing permission for up to 30 days.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages)** (Identity): Passport must be valid for at least 6 months at time of application.
- **Digital passport photo (45mm x 35mm, white background, taken within 6 months)** (Identity): Upload in JPEG format, max 500KB.
- **Itinerary / flight reservation** (Travel): Round-trip or onward flight booking, not necessarily paid ticket.
- **Hotel / accommodation confirmation** (Travel): Booking confirmation for entire stay in Japan.
- **Proof of residence in one of the eligible countries** (Supporting): Examples: residence card, visa, or long-term stay permit in Australia, Brazil, Cambodia, Canada, India, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, Taiwan, UAE, UK, or USA.
- **Recent bank statement (if requested)** (Financial, optional): Only if asked by the system to demonstrate sufficient funds.
- **Employment letter or student certificate (if self-employed/student)** (Employment, optional): May be requested to confirm ties to residence country.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Not required
- Recent bank statement (if requested)

No set minimum balance; system may request after submission.

## Good to know

- e-Visa is only for those residing in specific eligible countries; not for Egypt passport holders not living in those countries.
- At immigration, you must show the e-Visa as a PDF or printout; failure to present may result in denial of entry.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incorrect or expired passport validity (must be 6 months+).** — Check passport expiry date before applying and renew if needed.
- **Failed to prove residence in an eligible country.** — Provide a clear, valid residence permit or visa for one of the listed countries.
- **Inconsistent travel itinerary or missing accommodation bookings.** — Ensure all booking confirmations match the dates and names exactly.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Egypt need a visa for Japan?

Citizens of Egypt need a visa for Japan and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: eVisa · Tourist (30 days).

### How long can citizens of Egypt stay in Japan?

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Japan visa cost for citizens of Egypt?

Government fee: ¥3,000.

### How long does Japan visa processing take?

Typically 3–5 days.

### What documents do citizens of Egypt need for Japan?

Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages); Digital passport photo (45mm x 35mm, white background, taken within 6 months); Itinerary / flight reservation; Hotel / accommodation confirmation; Proof of residence in one of the eligible countries; Recent bank statement (if requested); and 1 more depending on your situation.

### How long must my passport be valid for Japan?

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://www.evisa.mofa.go.jp/en/

## Sources

- [evisa.mofa.go.jp](https://www.evisa.mofa.go.jp/en/)

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