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title: Japan visa for citizens of Malta
description: Citizens of Malta can visit Japan without a visa for up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/japan/malta
lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# Japan visa for citizens of Malta

Citizens of Malta can visit Japan without a visa for up to 90 days.

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

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-free entry · Tourism (up to 90 days)
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** May be requested on arrival (e.g., bank statement or cash).

## How to apply

1. **Prepare travel documents** — Ensure passport is valid for the duration of stay and have onward ticket.
2. **Arrive in Japan** — Present passport and any requested documents at immigration.
3. **Receive entry permission** — A visa exemption stamp will be placed in your passport, usually valid for up to 90 days.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (Malta)** (Identity): Must be valid for the entire stay.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Japan.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Supporting, optional): May be asked at immigration.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Not specified
- Bank statement
- Cash
- Credit card

Immigration officers may request proof of funds on arrival.

## Good to know

- Visa-free stay cannot be extended beyond 90 days.
- Overstaying may result in fines, detention, or deportation.
- Working without a valid visa is prohibited.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for the entire intended stay.
- **Lack of onward ticket** — Always have a confirmed return or onward ticket.
- **Previous overstay in Japan** — Adhere to visa-free limits on prior visits.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Malta can visit Japan without a visa for up to 90 days. Visa type: Visa-free entry · Tourism (up to 90 days).

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

Up to 90 days without a visa.

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

Valid passport (Malta); Return or onward ticket; Proof of sufficient funds.

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- [Japan visa for every passport](/visa/japan)
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