Japan Visa for Philippines Passport Holders

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Data verified 15 May 2026

At a glance

Philippines passport holders: Single entry for Japan. Fee: JPY 3000 (~USD 18.91). Processing: 5-10 working days (Tourist) / 1-3 months (Work). Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.

Overview

Embassy visa required for Filipinos. Fee: JPY 3,000 (~USD 20 / PHP 1,220) for single Tourist. Apply via Japanese Embassy Manila (direct mission) / Consulates Cebu/Davao. Japan has SIGNIFICANT Filipino community (~300,000 — 3rd largest foreign group); TITP (Technical Intern Training Program) and SSW (Specified Skilled Worker) MAJOR Filipino routes.

Visa types: Short-Term Stay (Tourist 15/30/90 days); Business Visa; Specified Skilled Worker (SSW — POPULAR Filipino category, 14 sectors); Technical Intern Training (TITP — POPULAR Filipino blue-collar route via DMW); Student Visa (language school + university); Engineer/Specialist in Humanities; Nursing (EPA Indonesia/Philippines/Vietnam program); Family/Spouse Visa; Permanent Resident; Diplomatic.

Fees & funds

Visa fee (local)JPY 3,000 (Tourist single)

In USDUSD 20

In PHPPHP 1,220

Minimum bank balanceUSD 100/day

Stay & validity

Validity: 3 months from issue. Max Stay: 15/30/90 days (Tourist). SSW: 1-5 years.

Extension possibleConditional

Overstay penalty: JPY 100,000-3,000,000 fine + deportation + 5-10 year re-entry ban

How to apply

MethodJapanese Embassy Manila (direct mission) / Consulates Cebu/Davao

Application centreEmbassy

Processing time5-10 working days (Tourist) / 1-3 months (Work)

AppointmentYes · Book

InterviewConditional

Urgent processingNo

Requirements

Bank Statement Yes Yes (USD 100/day)

Return Ticket Yes

Hotel Booking Yes

Sponsor Doc Yes Yes (Guarantor)

Invitation Letter Yes Yes (Guarantor for Visit)

Vaccination Conditional Yellow Fever if from endemic area

Travel Insurance Recommended

Biometrics No

Police Clearance No No (short-stay)

Employment Letter Yes

Passport & photo

Passport validity6+ months

Photo size45 × 45 mm · White bg

Required documents: Valid passport (6+ months); Visa application form; 45x45mm photo (Japan-spec); Flight booking; Hotel reservation / Guarantor's invitation; Bank statement (USD 100/day); Employment letter; ITR (BIR 2316); Property documents; PSA Birth Certificate; PhilSys ID; Yellow Fever cert if from endemic area; Cover letter; For SSW/TITP: JLPT N4+ + skills test + sending org (POEA/DMW-accredited Filipino sending organization) + employer COE.

Visa types (1)

Tourist ★

Single JPY 3000 (~USD 18.91) 5-10 working days (Tourist) / 1-3 months (Work)

Common rejection reasons

Common PH rejections (~10-20%): (1) Guarantor's residential status verification; (2) Migration concerns — Japan family ties (~300K Filipino community); (3) Insufficient funds; (4) Past Japan overstays; (5) Tourist visa misuse for work; (6) TITP/SSW fraud — illegal Filipino sending organizations charging excessive fees (DMW crackdown ongoing); (7) JLPT certification verification; (8) Direct embassy in Manila + consulates Cebu/Davao; (9) Filipino entertainer visa (Japayuki) historical fraud affects assessment; (10) Sending Organization verification via DMW.

Embassy / consulate

AddressEmbassy of Japan, 2627 Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City 1300, Philippines

Phone+63 2 8551 5710

Emailconsular-section@ml.mofa.go.jp

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Official portal

Apply or confirm the current requirements on the destination government's official site.

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Data quality

ConfidenceHigh

Last verified2026-05-15

Indicative information for reference only — Visandra is not affiliated with any government or embassy. Always verify with the official mission before you travel.

Good to know

Japan visa FAQ for Philippines passport holders

Do I need a visa to visit Japan with a Philippines passport?

Yes — Philippines passport holders need a visa for Japan (Single entry). Apply via Japanese Embassy Manila (direct mission) / Consulates Cebu/Davao.

How much does a Japan visa cost for Philippines passport holders?

The Japan visa fee is USD 20 (about PHP 1,220). Additional service, biometric or courier charges may apply on top.

How long does it take to get a Japan visa?

Typical processing for a Japan visa is 5-10 working days (Tourist) / 1-3 months (Work). Apply well ahead of your travel date and allow for appointment availability.

How long can I stay in Japan on this visa?

A Japan visa for Philippines passport holders typically allows a stay of Validity: 3 months from issue. Max Stay: 15/30/90 days (Tourist). SSW: 1-5 years.. Extensions may be possible (Conditional).

How do I apply for a Japan visa from Philippines?

Apply for your Japan visa via Japanese Embassy Manila (direct mission) / Consulates Cebu/Davao. An appointment is required. Your passport should be valid 6+ months.