Among all the countries I’ve been to, I can attest that Japan is undeniably one of the best countries to visit in Asia. It is understandable why every traveler considers Japan to be a must-visit country and an ideal tourist destination in Asia. Based on my personal experience, I instantly fell in love with Japan the first time I stepped foot on it. I stayed for twelve days and was able to explore different prefectures around the country!
I was able to try the best Japanese cuisine in every prefecture, visit the different famous tourist spots, and experience its unique and distinct culture for 12 days! Ever since I was a kid, Japan has always been a dream tourist destination, and this is surely one of the best travel experiences I’ve had! Not to mention the fact that I decided to visit Japan twice this year (in the winter and spring seasons). Yup, I know I have splurged so much on traveling to Japan but all I could definitely say was that it was all worth it!
With all the cultural experiences I’ve had in Japan, it led me to apply for another Japan tourist visa and this time I requested a multiple one (since I was only granted a Japan tourist visa single-entry during my previous visits). This time, I plan on visiting Japan as many times as I can. Thus, if you’re a Filipino traveler who also wants to obtain a Japan multiple-entry visa, here’s a guide for you!
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Japan Tourist Visa Requirements
To process your Japan tourist visa application, here are some of the necessary documents that you need to prepare:
- Passport
- Japan Tourist Visa Application Form
- Photo
- Travel Itinerary
- Bank Certificate
- Latest Income Tax Return (ITR)
- Used Japan Tourist Visa (if applicable)
Submit Your Application
Once you’ve gathered all the necessary documents for your Japan multiple tourist visa, you can submit them to an accredited travel agency along with the tourist visa application fee. Furthermore, here’s a list of the accredited travel agencies where you can process your Japan tourist visa application and request a Japan multiple-entry visa.
- Friendship Tours
- Attic Tours Phils.
- Discovery Tour
- Rajah Travel Corporation
- Reli Tours and Travel Agency
- UHI (Universal Holidays)
After submitting your application, wait for the embassy or consulate to process your visa. Processing times vary but typically take around 5–7 working days. But usually, the accredited travel agency may advise you that the visa processing takes about 7 to 14 working days.
In my case, when I applied for a Japan tourist multiple visa, it only took me about 3 days to claim my approved Japan multiple tourist visa! In addition, the visa application fee for multiple Japan visas costs Php 1,700 at Attic Tours Phils, located at the Mall of Asia.
How to Request a Japan Tourist Multiple-Entry Visa?
If you aim to get a tourist multiple-entry visa, please take note that you need to be eligible for the following:
A frequent traveler to Japan
- who has traveled to Japan within the last 3 years and has financial capability
- who has traveled to Japan and other G7 countries several times within the last 3 years.
- who has sufficient financial capacity
- A spouse/child of a person who has sufficient financial capacity
- who has traveled to Japan twice or more in the last 3 years (Indian passport holders only)
A regular employee by one of the following enterprises and his/her spouse or child
- A Public (Governmental) Enterprise
- A private enterprise listed on the stock exchange (either PSE or foreign stock exchange)
- A member of the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the Philippines
- A joint venture company, a subsidiary company, or a branch office of a private enterprise listed on the stock exchange (either PSE or foreign stock exchange) are examples.
- A private enterprise with constant transactions with a Japanese enterprise listed on the Japanese stock exchange
- One of the “Top 1,000 Philippine Corporations” in terms of gross revenue
- who has traveled to Japan on business and other G7 countries several times within the last 3 years.
- who has traveled to Japan on business more than three times within the past three years.
- A spouse/child of the above-mentioned
A cultural or intellectual figure and his or her spouse or child.
- An artist, specialist in humanities or scientist who has relevant accomplishments
- A lawyer, certified public accountant, patent attorney, judicial scrivener, notary, medical doctor who has a national or international qualification and is actually working as the same position
- An amateur sports player who has relevant accomplishments
- A full-time professor, assistant professor or lecturer at a university or college
- An executive or director of a national or public research institution or a museum
- A Diet member, Governor/Vice-Governor of a Province, Bishop of the Roman Catholic Church, government official, local assemblyman or local government official
- A spouse/child of the above-mentioned
A spouse/child of the Japanese in the Philippines with a long-term visa (excluding a tourist visa)
- who lives with the Japanese and has traveled to Japan once or more
For more information about Japan visa applications, you can visit the website of the Embassy of Japan in the Philippines!
Essential Travel Guide & Tips
- Make sure to provide a detailed itinerary of your planned trip to Japan, including flight reservations, accommodation bookings, and activities.
- Fill out the visa application form accurately and completely. You can download the form from the Japanese embassy’s website, or you can request it from an accredited travel agency on the day of your application.
- Prepare a passport-sized photograph (4.5 cm x 4.5 cm) with a white background for your application form; it should not be a six-month old photo. Based on my experience, I was supposed to use the same photo that I used for my Japan tourist visa application (a single entry) and it was only two months old, but the travel agency didn’t accept it.
- Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your intended stay in Japan and have at least two blank visa pages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is obtaining a Japan tourist visa difficult?
For Philippine passport holders, applying for a Japan visa is fairly easy and straightforward. Just make sure that all the information you present to the Japanese Embassy is valid and matches every document you have submitted.
How long is the validity of a multiple-entry visa for Japan?
If you obtain a Japan multiple-entry visa, its maximum validity is 5 days, and you are eligible to stay in Japan for 30 days. Take note that this is the most ideal one for frequent tourists. Meanwhile, for cultural or intellectual figures, the maximum visa validity is 10 years and 90 days.
How much bank balance should I have for a multiple-entry tourist visa?
There is no required bank balance for the Japan visa application. But you have to take note that the usual ideal bank balance must be suitable for your intended length of stay in Japan. So let’s say the ideal budget per day in Japan must be around PHP 10,000.
Do I need to book a flight ticket before applying for a Japanese tourist visa?
No. It’s totally not required to book a flight ticket before applying for a Japan tourist visa but by doing this, you can definitely reduce the cost of your flight ticket. Nevertheless, you may book a flight to Japan once your visa is approved.
How long is the process of Japan multiple-entry tourist visa application?
For a single-entry tourist visa in Japan or a multiple-entry tourist visa, the processing usually takes about 3–5 days, but sometimes it can take longer depending on the number of applicants or the documents you have submitted to the embassy. As previously stated, the travel agency usually informs the applicant that the visa processing typically takes 7 to 14 days.
How much is the multiple Japan tourist visa application fee?
The Japan visa application fee varies depending on which accredited travel agency you applied to. For Attic Tours, the processing fee costs Php 1,200 for a single-entry visa application. Meanwhile, if you’re requesting multiple visas, you need to provide an additional payment of PHP 500.
A travel blogger in the Philippines and a K-pop enthusiast, Ara Patria (The Adventuress) pursues her passion and love for traveling. She’s been blogging for years, where she writes about her own travel experiences and promotes the wonders of the Philippines. Not only does she promote the beauty of her country, but she also focuses on promoting sustainable tourism. She dreams of traveling the world and inspiring other people through her own written works and captured moments with her camera.
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