Tourist visa Requirements

Processing Time

Processing of the visa application takes a minimum of 8-10 working days from the date of submission (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays announced by the Embassy of Japan in UAE).However, in case the documents are not submitted as per requirement or due to other factors or justified reasons, the processing time may be extended up to 3 weeks to 4 weeks.

Documents Required

• Photos
  • Must be a clear copy, high-resolution, white background and recent photo (not older than 6 months). The photo must be glued to the application form. (DO NOT USE STAPLE).
  • 2 photos for Nationals of Russian, CIS countries, Ukraine or Georgia.
• Original Passport
• UAE Visa & Emirates ID Copy
• Air Ticket
• No-objection letter (NOC) from employer or sponsor
  • The letter from the UAE Company must be original. (Electronic letters must have either the Stamp or Signature Original and the letter must state “Electronically Generated”).
  • The letter must be addressed to the Consul-General of Japan in Dubai, it must also state the Position and Monthly income.
  • It must be originally signed (with the signatory’s name and designation) and stamped.
  • If the applicant is the owner or partner of the company the NOC is required.
  • It is required to submit the Salary Certificate issued from the Free Zone for those owners sponsored by the Free Zone.
• Proof of financial means / Bank Statements
  • The Updated 3 months’ salary bank statement of the applicant. The statement must have the account name, daily transaction and balance need to be present. (Online statement is accepted).
• Travel Itinerary