Japan Visa Requirements
British citizens on holiday to Japan can get a visa on arrival for stays of up to 90 days, so you do not need to apply for a visa before you travel. If you require a multiple-entry visa, you must ask immigration officials when you arrive in Japan.
If you wish to stay for longer than 90 days, you can apply at your nearest immigration office in Japan for an extension of another 90 days. Your passport must remain valid for the duration of the extension.
If you overstay your permitted time in Japan, this could result in arrest, detention and a heavy fine. For long-term stays, different entry requirements apply and you should check which type of visa you need before travelling.
Passport Validity for Japan Travel
Your passport should be valid for the entirety of your stay in Japan and must have at least one blank page. No additional period of validity is required.
Other Key Entry Information
Japan has strict anti-stimulant drug laws, and it’s illegal to carry some common prescription and over the counter medications into the country. This includes Vicks inhalers, medicines for allergies and sinus problems, cold and flu medication containing pseudoephedrine and some over-the-counter painkillers that contain codeine.
Foreign nationals caught with these items may be (and have been in the past) detained and deported, so make sure to check whether you can legally bring your medication into Japan before you travel.
For the most up-to-date travel information, please visit the FCDO website.
Visit our Japan travel advice and information and things to know before travelling to Japan pages for further guidance.
