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Japan Visa for Nepali Citizens

Visa requiredLast reviewed August 10, 2026

Nepali passport holders visiting Japan as tourists use the Japan Short-Term Stay Visa — Tourism. Processing time: Typically 6 working days from VFS submission to issuance. Apply through VFS Japan Visa Application Centre — Kathmandu. The sources and the date this record was last reviewed are listed at the end of the page.

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Tourist visa: Japan Short-Term Stay Visa — TourismStay: 15 / 30 / 90 days per consul discretion.
Visa fee: Not listed in our record
Processing time: Typically 6 working days from VFS submission to issuance (Embassy notice 31 Mar 2026)
Where to apply: VFS Japan Visa Application Centre — Kathmandu

At a glance

At a glance — Japan Short-Term Stay Visa — Tourism

Processing time: Typically 6 working days from VFS submission to issuance (Embassy notice 31 Mar 2026); 1–2 months if detailed examination is required — apply well ahead in peak seasons (Mar–Apr, Sep–Nov student surge).
Stay duration: 15 / 30 / 90 days per consul discretion.
Visa validity: 3 months single / 1–5 years multi.
Entries: Single or Multiple.
Bank balance / financial proof: Bank statement (last 6 months) having ending balance of NPR 4 lakh (4,00,000).
Where to apply: VFS Japan Kathmandu (Chhaya Center) — appointment at vfsglobal.com/japan/nepal. Slots for up to 10 working days ahead are released DAILY — a "no open seats" message means booked out, check again next day. Embassy accepts only Diplomatic / Official visas directly.

Visa types

Visa categories available

Tourist — Japan Short-Term Stay Visa — Tourism
Tourism, family visit (≤ 90 days).
Stay
15 / 30 / 90 days per consul discretion.
Processing
Typically 6 working days from VFS submission to issuance (Embassy notice 31 Mar 2026); 1–2 months if detailed examination is required — apply well ahead in peak seasons (Mar–Apr, Sep–Nov student surge).
Business — Japan Short-Term Stay Visa — Business
Business meetings, conferences (≤ 90 days).
Stay
Up to 90 days.
Processing
Typically 6 working days via VFS (Embassy notice 31 Mar 2026); 1–2 months if detailed examination is required.
Work — Japan Work Visa (Engineer / Specialist / SSW / Skilled Labour)
Engineer/Specialist (E/H), SSW (Specified Skilled Worker), Skilled Labour, Intra-Company Transferee.
Stay
1 / 3 / 5 years.
Processing
5–7 working days AFTER COE issued (COE itself takes 1–3 months).
Student — Japan Student Visa (Ryūgaku)
University, language school, vocational school in Japan.
Stay
Per programme (1–4 years).
Processing
5–7 working days AFTER COE.
Family Visit — Japan Spouse / Dependant Visa
Spouse of Japanese / PR holder / work-visa holder; dependent child.
Stay
Per spouse / dependant status.
Processing
COE 1–3 months + visa 5–7 days.
Transit — Japan Transit Visa
Transit through Japan to third country.
Stay
Up to 72 hours.
Processing
3–5 working days.

Checklist

Required documents — Japan tourist visa

9 required — tick them off as you build your file.

Passport (6+ months) + photocopy
Required
Visa application form (online + signed)
Required
Photo (45×45mm white background)
Required
Citizenship copy
Required
Cover letter explaining purpose
Required
Bank statement (last 6 months) having ending balance of NPR 4 lakh (4,00,000)
Required
Tax clearance certificate
Required
Employer letter / business registration
Required
Daily itinerary + hotel booking + return ticket
Required

Where to apply

Japan embassy in Nepal

Mission: Embassy of Japan — Kathmandu
Address: Panipokhari, Lazimpat, Kathmandu (P.O. Box 264)
Phone: +977 1 4426680
Email: nepal.consul@kt.mofa.go.jp
Hours: Mon–Fri 09:00–17:00 (visa counter Mon–Fri 09:00–12:00).
Application centre: VFS Japan Visa Application Centre — Kathmandu — 3rd Floor, Chhaya Center, Amrit Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu. Operated by VFS Global since 2024 — handles short-stay tourist + business; long-stay (work / study / family) via Embassy direct.
Online portal: https://www.vfsglobal.com/japan/nepal

Notes

Important notes

Every Nepali-language document MUST be accompanied by a certified English translation — embassies will reject untranslated originals. Where this page's destination notes ask for an apostille or a specific translator, follow those notes; otherwise a translation notarised by a Notary Public is the usual standard.
Nepalis MUST obtain visa for Japan — no visa-free or e-Visa.
Short-stay tourist + business via VFS Japan Kathmandu (Chhaya Center, Thamel) since 2024.
Long-stay (work / study / family / SSW / spouse) via Embassy Kathmandu directly with COE (Certificate of Eligibility).
Visa fees: Single-entry ¥3,000 (≈ NPR 2,700), Multi-entry ¥6,000 (≈ NPR 5,400), Transit ¥700.
VFS service fee NPR 2,400 + courier NPR 1,200.
Standard processing 5 working days from Embassy receipt.
COE for long-stay obtained by Japanese sponsor at regional Immigration Bureau in Japan FIRST; then visa issued in 5–7 days.
Photo: 45×45mm white background.
TB-test (chest X-ray) mandatory for long-stay before visa is issued.
For SSW (Specified Skilled Worker) workers: JFT-Basic + skills test + employer agreement.

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Guides

Japan visa guides

FAQ

Japan visa for Nepali citizens — frequently asked questions

Common questions Nepali citizens ask before applying for a Japan visa — answered from the official sources listed below.

Which visa do Nepali citizens use to visit Japan as tourists?

Nepali passport holders visiting Japan for tourism use the Japan Short-Term Stay Visa — Tourism, which allows a stay of 15 / 30 / 90 days per consul discretion.

How long does a Japan tourist visa take to process for Nepali citizens?

Typically 6 working days from VFS submission to issuance (Embassy notice 31 Mar 2026); 1–2 months if detailed examination is required — apply well ahead in peak seasons (Mar–Apr, Sep–Nov student surge).

What bank balance is required for a Japan visa?

Bank statement (last 6 months) having ending balance of NPR 4 lakh (4,00,000).

How many days can Nepali citizens stay in Japan on a tourist visa?

15 / 30 / 90 days per consul discretion (Japan Short-Term Stay Visa — Tourism).

Where do Nepali citizens apply for a Japan tourist visa?

VFS Japan Kathmandu (Chhaya Center) — appointment at vfsglobal.com/japan/nepal. Slots for up to 10 working days ahead are released DAILY — a "no open seats" message means booked out, check again next day. Embassy accepts only Diplomatic / Official visas directly.

What documents are required for a Japan tourist visa from Nepal?

Required documents include: Passport (6+ months) + photocopy; Visa application form (online + signed); Photo (45×45mm white background); Citizenship copy; Cover letter explaining purpose; Bank statement (last 6 months) having ending balance of NPR 4 lakh (4,00,000); Tax clearance certificate; Employer letter / business registration.

Where is the Japan embassy in Nepal?

Embassy of Japan — Kathmandu — Panipokhari, Lazimpat, Kathmandu (P.O. Box 264). Phone: +977 1 4426680. Applications are lodged at VFS Japan Visa Application Centre — Kathmandu, 3rd Floor, Chhaya Center, Amrit Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu. Operated by VFS Global since 2024 — handles short-stay tourist + business; long-stay (work / study / family) via Embassy direct.

Can Nepali citizens apply for a Japan business visa?

Yes — Japan Short-Term Stay Visa — Business. Business meetings, conferences (≤ 90 days). Processing: Typically 6 working days via VFS (Embassy notice 31 Mar 2026); 1–2 months if detailed examination is required.

Is there an official online portal for the Japan visa?

Yes. The official starting point is https://www.vfsglobal.com/japan/nepal.

How is the Japan visa fee paid?

Cash NPR at submission; VFS service fee separate.

Can Yatra For Fun help with a Japan visa application?

Yes — Yatra For Fun's visa desk can help you prepare your Japan visa file over WhatsApp (the embassy or visa centre makes the decision), and you can order reservation documents for your file: a dummy flight ticket (NPR 999) and a dummy hotel booking (NPR 499). The reference number is a Yatra For Fun document number, not an airline PNR, so it will not appear on an airline's Manage Booking page.

Sources

Sources & last updated

Last reviewed: August 10, 2026

https://www.np.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_en/visa.html — Embassy of Japan Kathmandu visa page
https://www.np.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/11_000001_00824.html — Embassy visa-procedures notice dated 31 March 2026 (Reiwa 8) — processing time, VFS mechanics, FAQ
https://www.vfsglobal.com/japan/nepal — VFS Japan Nepal
https://www.moj.go.jp/isa — Japan Immigration Services Agency
https://www.mofa.go.jp — Japan MoFA
Japan Visa Hotline (Nepal): 1-800-001-0169 — 24/7, English support
Embassy consular section (Diplomatic/Official visas + visa transfer to new passport): consular-emb@km.mofa.go.jp
VFS Japan Nepal contact: info.jpnnepal@vfsglobal.com
Re-application cooldown: a rejected application cannot be re-lodged for the SAME purpose within 6 months (humanitarian exceptions possible)
Visa transfer to a new passport: free of charge via the Embassy consular counter (old + new passport, 45×45 mm photo, form at counter; several days)
Withdrawal: VFS service charges are non-refundable; passport return may lag several days
Pre-entry TB screening (JPETS) applies to Nepal — TB Clearance Certificate obligation for eligible long-stay categories (per MHLW schedule commenced 2025)
Beware "priority appointment" agents — neither VFS nor the Embassy offers paid priority booking; all such services are scams

Fees and rules change — confirm on the official source before you pay or apply.

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