Visa & Certificate
Booking is not required to submit your visa application at the counter. Current processing time is approx. 2-3 weeks depending on the completeness of your application. Incomplete applications will take much longer, so make sure you use the online checklist before submitting.
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Visa Application and Collection Hours: Phone Enquiries: Phone: (04) 473-1540 |
Please refer to the map below and contact the nearest office according to your location. |
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Auckland and upper North Island residents |
Please E-mail visa@ac.mofa.go.jp or call (09) 303-4106 |
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Christchurch and Canterbury region |
Please E-mail enquiry.chc@wl.mofa.go.jp or call (03) 366-5680 |
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Wellington and lower North Island |
Please E-mail consular@wl.mofa.go.jp or call us on (04) 473-1540 |
Please make sure you have read the Frequently Asked Questions before making an enquiry.
Quick Links
Visiting Japan
- Traffic Safety Rules leaflet (if you are planning to drive in Japan)
- Water Safety Guide [PDF] (to safely enjoy water activities [web])
- Orientation videos for daily life in Japan. (in 17 different languages)
- Guide for when you are feeling ill (Japan National Tourism Organization)
- Information on Local Call Centers when you are feeling unwell in Japan
- Bringing animal products into Japan from overseas (Animal Quarantine Office)
- Regulations when bringing plants into Japan from another country (Plant Protection Office)
- Guidebook on living and working for foreign nationals who start living in Japan (Immigration Services Agency)
- It is recommended to take an overseas travel insurance.
- An overseas travel insurance makes you feel secure, even in emergencies, and you can enjoy your trip.
- Medical expenses can be very high in Japan. If the travel insurance you purchased offers sufficient coverage of treatment costs, you can receive treatment without concern.
- It is recommended to have an overseas travel insurance with travel support for hospital referrals, medical interpretation, and cashless medical service.
- Attention: You cannot bring fruits, vegetables and meat products to Japan. (multilingual webpage)
Frequently Asked Questions
Please read all other frequently asked questions by clicking the icon below before making any enquiries.
Information / Notice
- Visa Hotline for foreigners visiting Japan (24 hours/7 days a week, English only): +64 (9) 8023-564 - This Hotline will only provide general information regarding Japanese visas. https://comm.brdg.site/visa_japan.html
- Be aware of fraudulent websites, social media, emails in an attempt to extract payments from visa applicants (06 July 2017)
- Highly skilled professional visa, etc.
Visa & Certificate
About Visas
- Top page
- Where to apply
(Please refer to this first) - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
(For all travel and visa enquiries)
Visa Type
- Temporary Visitor's Visa
(up to 90 days, no remuneration received) - Work Visa
- Student Visa
- Working Holiday Visa
- Spouse/Child ofJapanese National Visa
- Dependent Visa
- Extension of Re-Entry Permit
Police Certificate
- Where to apply
(Please refer to this first) - How to Apply