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Visa Required
Yes
E-Visa
No
On Arrival
No
Insurance
Recommended
Health
None mandatory
Visa fee
JPY 3,000
Single Entry Visa
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Destination at a glance
- Country
- Japan
- Capital
- Tokyo
- Continent
- Asia
- Currency
- Yen (JPY)
- Phone code
- +81
- Language
- Japanese
- Exchange rate
- 1 JPY = 1.7326 PKR
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Before you apply
Travel Essentials
Book flights, stays, and more for your trip to Japan.
Visa Status & Eligibility
Visa required
No visa exemption exists for Pakistani passport holders; a visa is required for all tourism purposes
Visa exemption
No visa exemption exists for Pakistani passport holders; a visa is required for all tourism purposes
Application notes
- Pakistani passport holders are not eligible for e-visa or visa-on-arrival and must apply in person at the Embassy or Consulate-General of Japan
- Applications must be submitted at the Japanese diplomatic mission having jurisdiction over the applicant's place of residence
- Processing time typically takes a minimum of five working days, provided all documents are in order
- Applicants should apply well in advance of the intended travel date to account for potential processing delays
- All documents must be original unless otherwise specified, and English translations are required for documents not in English or Japanese
Application Process
Mapping your visa journey…
Step 1
Determine the correct Japanese diplomatic mission based on your place of residence in Pakistan
Step 2
Prepare the visa application form and all required supporting documentation
Step 3
Schedule an appointment if required by the specific embassy or consulate-general
Step 4
Submit the application in person at the designated Japanese diplomatic mission
Step 5
Pay the visa application fee at the time of submission or as instructed by the mission
Step 6
Collect the passport and visa once the processing is complete and notification is received
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Application documents
- Valid Pakistani passport
- Visa application form
- Passport-sized photograph
- CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card)
- FRC (Family Registration Certificate from NADRA)
- Bank statements for the last 6 months
- Employer NOC (No Objection Certificate)
- FBR tax documents
- Proof of ties to Pakistan
- Travel itinerary
- Flight and hotel reservations
Supporting documents
- Valid Pakistani passport with at least two blank pages
- Completed and signed visa application form
- Recent passport-sized photograph taken within the last six months
- CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card) original and copy
- FRC (Family Registration Certificate from NADRA)
- 6 months bank statements showing sufficient funds for the trip
- Employer NOC (No Objection Certificate) on company letterhead
- FBR tax return or tax certificate for the latest year
- Proof of property ownership or business registration as evidence of ties to Pakistan
- Detailed day-by-day travel itinerary
- Confirmed flight reservation and accommodation bookings
Health Requirements
MedicalNo mandatory vaccinations are required for entry into Japan
Frequently Asked Questions
You must submit your application in person at the Embassy or Consulate-General of Japan that has jurisdiction over your area of residence in Pakistan
The standard processing time is typically five working days from the day after the application is accepted, though it may take longer depending on the case
Yes, applicants must provide comprehensive documentation including CNIC, FRC, financial proof, and evidence of ties to Pakistan to demonstrate the intent to return
HIGH advisory
Pakistan's passport services abroad are currently suspended due to a technical issue. This may affect the issuance or renewal of passports for citizens residing overseas.
HIGH advisory
Qatar has suspended its visa-on-arrival service for Pakistani nationals. This change is effective immediately and may impact spontaneous travel plans.
MEDIUM advisory
The US has ordered the departure of non-emergency personnel from its consulates in Pakistan. While non-immigrant travel is reportedly unaffected, this indicates a heightened security situation.
LOW advisory
Pakistan and Italy have signed an agreement to abolish visa requirements for holders of diplomatic passports. This facilitates official travel between the two countries.
LOW advisory
A guide has been published detailing European destinations accessible to Pakistani passport holders without a Schengen visa. This information can assist in planning visa-free travel within Europe.