What you will need: 

1. Physical passport (with at least 6 months validity from the first date of arrival in Japan)
2. Japanese visa application form. Must be computer typed and in all Capital letters. See also attached a sample of the form.
3. 1 Recent Photograph (2”X 2”)
4. 1 Copy of the Certificate for completion of registration to the ERFS system.
5. Visa Authorization Disclaimer. Proxy info/section must stay blank. WEX Visas will fill it out.

*To obtain a Certificate for completion of registration to the ERFS system, a sponsoring organization located in Japan
(e.g., inviting/employing companies) needs to complete prescribed application through the Entrants Returnees
Follow-up System (ERFS). After the application, “Certificate for completion of Registration to the ERFS system (受付
済証：Uketsukezumisho)” will be issued. Further information for receiving organizations can be found here.

Extra documents for non-U.S. passport holders.

1. U.S. Visa (e.g., Green Card) *If you are not a U.S. citizen.
2. Letter of Invitation & Written Pledge filled by an inviter that resides in Japan (either in Japanese or in English). 

• Japanese: Invitation Letter & Written Pledge
• English: Invitation Letter & Written Pledge

*Inviter must reside in Japan.
*You can bring a copy (printed paper), no signature required. You do not need to submit a written pledge.
*Please write full information of your inviter; do not write “same as guarantor” on a section of “Inviting person.”

3. Letter of guarantee (Japanese or English) filled by an guarantee resides in Japan (either in Japanese or in
English) *You can bring a copy (printed paper), no signature required.

4. Daily Itinerary in Japan

5. Proof of sufficient fund for travel (a copy of your most recent one-month Bank statement).

What you will need: 

1. Physical passport (with at least 6 months validity from the first date of arrival in Japan)
2. Japanese visa application form. Must be computer typed and in all Capital letters. See also attached a sample of the form.
3. 1 Recent Photograph (2”X 2”)
4. 1 Copy of the Certificate for completion of registration to the ERFS system.
5. Visa Authorization Disclaimer. Proxy info/section must stay blank. WEX Visas will fill it out.

*To obtain a Certificate for completion of registration to the ERFS system, a sponsoring organization located in Japan
(e.g., inviting/employing companies) needs to complete prescribed application through the Entrants Returnees
Follow-up System (ERFS). After the application, “Certificate for completion of Registration to the ERFS system (受付
済証：Uketsukezumisho)” will be issued. Further information for receiving organizations can be found here.

Extra documents for non-U.S. passport holders.

1. U.S. Visa (e.g., Green Card) *If you are not a U.S. citizen.
2. Letter of Invitation & Written Pledge filled by an inviter that resides in Japan (either in Japanese or in English). 

• Japanese: Invitation Letter & Written Pledge
• English: Invitation Letter & Written Pledge

*Inviter must reside in Japan.
*You can bring a copy (printed paper), no signature required. You do not need to submit a written pledge.
*Please write full information of your inviter; do not write “same as guarantor” on a section of “Inviting person.”

3. Letter of guarantee (Japanese or English) filled by an guarantee resides in Japan (either in Japanese or in
English) *You can bring a copy (printed paper), no signature required.

4. Daily Itinerary in Japan

5. Proof of sufficient fund for travel (a copy of your most recent one-month Bank statement).

Japan Consular Fees:

• Single Entry – Free of Charge

Washington Express Service/Fees:

• Regular Service (5 business days): $250
• Non-US Passport Service: $275

See our Price List for detailed information about Service Fees and Shipping information.

*Please note, you can also fill out and submit your application for free (excluding embassy fees) by visiting the Japan Embassy website. We have no affiliation with any government embassy or agency.

Forward Documents To:
1001 Connecticut Ave NW
Suite 710
Washington, DC 20036

We ask that you send the documents listed above via FedEx or UPS so the delivery can be tracked. Please call us at 202-393-3030 to let us know that your documents have been sent. See our Price List for detailed information about Service Fees and Shipping information.

COVID-19 Mitigation Requirements to Enter Japan

• • Please obtain an international travel medical insurance (Before your arrival / After your arrival)
  • COVID-19 Mask Use in Community Settings (for Adults / for Children)

• Those who intend to enter Japan (including Japanese nationals) are required to follow COVID-19 mitigation requirements listed as follows:
  • Border Control Measures Japan
  • Frequently asked questions

Fast Track Pre-registration System
Visitors entering Japan from Narita International Airport, Haneda Airport, Chubu Centrair International Airport, Kansai International Airport, or Fukuoka Airport can submit the documents required in 1-3 below, download the required app, and submit proof of vaccination by using the “Fast Track” pre-registration system.