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Japan Tourism Visa for Pakistani Passport (with Australia Visa Held)
Last updated: 1 Nov 2026
12viewsLast updated: 1 Nov 2026
You need a Short-Term Stay (Tourism)
Eligibility can depend on your full travel profile and may change. Always verify with official sources before you travel.
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Plan for a sticker visa or embassy submission.
Visa Required
Yes
E-Visa
No
On Arrival
No
Insurance
Recommended
Health
None
Visa fee
PKR 3,500
Visa Status & Eligibility
Visa required
No visa exemption applies to Pakistani passport holders, and holding an Australian visa does not grant visa-free entry or any special entry privileges for Japan
Visa exemption
No visa exemption applies to Pakistani passport holders, and holding an Australian visa does not grant visa-free entry or any special entry privileges for Japan
Application notes
- Apply via the official channel: pk.emb-japan.go.jp
- With a valid Australian visa: a visa is still required — Short-Term Stay (Tourism), Consular Visa Fee: JPY 0
- Pakistani passport holders are exempt from Japan consular visa fees, though the third-party VFS Global service fee remains payable
- Holding an Australian visa does not grant visa-free entry, e-visa eligibility, or fee exemptions for Pakistani passport holders residing in Pakistan
- The official Japan eVISA system is not available for Pakistani passport holders residing in Pakistan
- Processing typically takes a minimum of six working days, but complex cases requiring additional verification may take longer
Application Process
- 1
Step 1
Book an appointment through the official VFS Global Japan visa portal for Pakistan at visa.vfsglobal.com
- 2
Step 2
Prepare all required identification, civil, financial, and travel documentation
- 3
Step 3
Pay the mandatory VFS service fee at the application centre
- 4
Step 4
Track the application status online through the VFS portal
- 5
Step 5
Collect the passport from the VFS centre once processing is complete
Step 1
Book an appointment through the official VFS Global Japan visa portal for Pakistan at visa.vfsglobal.com
Step 2
Prepare all required identification, civil, financial, and travel documentation
Step 3
Pay the mandatory VFS service fee at the application centre
Step 4
Track the application status online through the VFS portal
Step 5
Collect the passport from the VFS centre once processing is complete
Document Checklist
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Application documents
- Valid Pakistani passport with at least six months validity beyond travel dates
- Recent passport-sized photograph with a white background
- Last 6 months bank statements showing sufficient financial means
- Flight itinerary and proof of accommodation for the entire stay
- Return or onward travel ticket
- Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
MedicalNo mandatory vaccinations are required for entry into Japan
Destination at a glance
Capital
Tokyo
Continent
Asia
Currency
Yen (JPY)
Phone code
+81
Language
Japanese
Exchange rate
1 JPY = 1.7515 PKR
Currency converter
LivePKR
175.15
USD
0.64
Best Months to Travel
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Frequently asked questions
Does a valid Australian visa change the Japan visa requirement for Pakistani passport holders?▾
A visa is still required — Short-Term Stay (Tourism), Consular Visa Fee: JPY 0
How long does visa processing take?▾
Processing takes a minimum of six working days, though it may take longer if additional document verification is required