Visiting Japan

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Visa
Overview
Location, Hours and Inquiries
Short-Term Stays

Work and Long-Term Stays

Processing Time and Fees
   
Types and Application
Visa Application Form
(common for each type, PDF)
Temporary Visitor's Visa
Working Visa and General Visa
Specified Visa
Working-Holiday Visa
bullet Visa for Medical Stay
   
Passport for Japanese Citizens
Japanese Passport Application/Renewal
   
Visiting Japan FAQ

Proceesing Time and Fees

 

Visas are normally processed within a week. (3-5 business days on average). We may refer your case to the governmental headquarters in Tokyo for approval. In this case, it can take up to three months to process.

Fees (CDN Dollars) (As of April 1st, 2010)
  Transit Single entry Multiple entry
Fee (by ordinance) $ 8.00 $35.00 $70.00
Indian Passport $ 1.00 $10.00 $10.00
Iranian Passport $58.00 $58.00 $116.00

 

For nationals of countries with Reciprocal Visa Agreements, the fee for issuing a visa may be waived.

 
   
 
(C) Consulate General of Japan at Vancouver, 900-1177 West Hastings, Vancouver, BC V6E 2K9 Tel: (604) 684-5868. This page updated January 26, 2012 .