Travel requirements to Japan for British citizens

Travellers do not need a visa for Business or Tourism stays up to 90 days. Travellers can stay for up to 180 days in total, but those who wish to stay in Japan for more than 90 days are required to apply for an extension of the period of stay to the Ministry of Justice (Regional Immigration Bureau) before the period of permitted stay is to expire.

Travellers need a valid passport to enter Japan. The traveller's passport must remain valid throughout the traveller's stay in Japan.

Travellers are recommended to register via email on the Visit Japan Web for immigration and customs procedures before arriving in Japan.

Please see more details regarding registration on Visit Japan Web.

Travellers should consider:

• Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B vaccines;
• Routine vaccines including Measles;
• Japanese Encephalitis vaccine for extended stays or rural activities (not recommended for short-term travel to urban areas or travel to areas with no clear Japanese Encephalitis season).

Additional vaccine recommendations may apply. Consult your healthcare provider and check the source for details.

Travellers are recommended to have travel health insurance when travelling to Japan.