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Japan Tourism Visa for Pakistani Passport (with US Visa Held)
Last updated: 1 Nov 2026
3viewsLast updated: 1 Nov 2026
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Visa Required
Yes
E-Visa
No
On Arrival
No
Insurance
Recommended
Health
None
Visa fee
PKR 3,500
Visa Status & Eligibility
Visa required
Pakistani passport holders are not eligible for visa-free entry to Japan, and holding a valid US visa does not grant any exemption or alternative entry pathway
Visa exemption
Pakistani passport holders are not eligible for visa-free entry to Japan, and holding a valid US visa does not grant any exemption or alternative entry pathway
Application notes
- Apply via the official channel: pk.emb-japan.go.jp
- With a valid US visa: a visa is still required — Temporary Visitor Visa, Consular Visa Fee: PKR 0
- Pakistani passport holders traveling on a bare passport with a US visa must apply through the normal consular pathway and are not granted alternative privileges for Japan
- Pakistani passport holders are not eligible for Japan eVISA or visa-on-arrival
- The consular visa fee is waived for Pakistani nationals by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan
- All visa applications must be submitted through the designated VFS Global Japan visa application centre at visa.vfsglobal.com
- The Embassy of Japan in Islamabad and the Consulate-General of Japan in Karachi do not accept direct walk-in tourist visa applications
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 at least six months validity
- Recent passport-sized photographs with white background
- Last 6 months bank statements showing sufficient funds
- Detailed travel itinerary and flight reservation
- Hotel booking or accommodation proof
- Property documents or utility bills as proof of strong ties to Pakistan
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
MedicalNo mandatory vaccinations are required for entry to Japan for travelers arriving from Pakistan
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 US visa change the Japan visa requirement for Pakistani passport holders?▾
A visa is still required — Temporary Visitor Visa, Consular Visa Fee: PKR 0
Where do I submit my visa application?▾
Applications must be submitted through the designated VFS Global visa application centre as direct walk-ins are not accepted by the embassy or consulate
How long does the visa processing take?▾
Processing takes a minimum of six working days, but complex cases may require additional verification time
Are there any visa fees for Pakistani citizens?▾
The Japanese government waives the consular visa fee for Pakistani passport holders, but the VFS Global service fee remains payable