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Japan Tourism Visa for Pakistani Passport (with UK Visa Held)
Last updated: 1 Nov 2026
6viewsLast updated: 1 Nov 2026
You need a Temporary Visitor Visa
Eligibility can depend on your full travel profile and may change. Always verify with official sources before you travel.
E‑visa not available for your profile
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. Pakistani passport holders require a visa for all visits to Japan, and holding a UK visa does not grant visa-free entry or e-visa eligibility from Pakistan
Visa exemption
No visa exemption. Pakistani passport holders require a visa for all visits to Japan, and holding a UK visa does not grant visa-free entry or e-visa eligibility from Pakistan
Application notes
- Apply via the official channel: pk.emb-japan.go.jp
- With a valid UK visa: a visa is still required — Temporary Visitor Visa, Consular Visa Fee: PKR 0
- Pakistani passport holders are exempt from Japan consular visa fees under official MOFA arrangements
- Embassy of Japan in Islamabad and Consulate-General in Karachi do not accept direct walk-in tourist applications
- Processing time is a minimum of six working days, though complex cases may take significantly longer
- Apply at least four to six weeks before your intended travel date
Application Process
- 1
Step 1
Schedule an appointment through the official VFS Global Japan visa portal
- 2
Step 2
Prepare all required identification, financial, and civil documentation
- 3
Step 3
Submit your application and pay the mandatory VFS service fee at the designated VFS centre
- 4
Step 4
Track your application status through the VFS portal
- 5
Step 5
Collect your passport from the VFS centre once processing is complete
Step 1
Schedule an appointment through the official VFS Global Japan visa portal
Step 2
Prepare all required identification, financial, and civil documentation
Step 3
Submit your application and pay the mandatory VFS service fee at the designated VFS centre
Step 4
Track your application status through the VFS portal
Step 5
Collect your passport from the VFS centre once processing is complete
Document Checklist
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Application documents
- Valid Pakistani passport with a minimum of six months validity
- Completed and signed Japan visa application form
- Recent passport-sized photograph taken within the last six months
- CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card)
- 6 months bank statements showing sufficient funds
- Proof of accommodation
- Detailed daily travel itinerary
- Return or onward travel ticket
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
MedicalNo mandatory vaccinations required for entry
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
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Frequently asked questions
Does a valid UK visa change the Japan visa requirement for Pakistani passport holders?▾
A visa is still required — Temporary Visitor Visa, Consular Visa Fee: PKR 0
How long does the visa processing take?▾
Processing takes a minimum of six working days, but may take longer depending on the complexity of the application