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Japan Visa-Free Countries 2026: Full List & Entry Rules
Updated 2026 list of 68 nationalities that can enter Japan visa-free, stay duration, JESTA pre-clearance and entry requirements.
Quick answer
68 nationalities can enter Japan visa-free for tourism. Most get 90 days on arrival.
JESTA — the new pre-clearance
From 2026 Japan rolls out JESTA (Japan Electronic System for Travel Authorization), similar to US ESTA. Apply online 72h before arrival, ¥800, valid 2 years.
Visa-free regions
- Americas: USA, Canada, Mexico, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Uruguay
- Europe: All Schengen + UK, Ireland, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Serbia
- Asia/Oceania: South Korea, Singapore, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Australia, NZ
- Middle East: UAE, Israel, Turkey
On arrival
- Passport valid for the stay length
- Return / onward ticket
- Proof of funds (rarely checked — budget ~¥10,000/day)
- Filled disembarkation card (now digital via Visit Japan Web)
Working remotely
Visa-free entry doesn't permit local work, but remote work for a foreign employer is tolerated for short stays. For longer, apply for the new Digital Nomad Visa (6 months).