🇯🇵Japan Visa

Turkish travelers on an ordinary (burgundy) passport need a visa for Japan, there's no visa-free entry or visa on arrival. So if Tokyo's neon backstreets or its temples are on your list, sort out the application before you fly.

Ordinary (Burgundy)

Visa Required

Japan visa required. Consular application processing time: 5-7 business days. Hotel + flight + insurance is mandatory.

Official application →

Special (Green)

Visa-Free — 90 days

Visa-free with diplomatic and service passports.

Service (Grey)

Visa-Free — 90 days

Visa-free.

Diplomatic (Black)

Visa-Free — 90 days

Visa-free.

Official application page →

Cities to Visit in Japan

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I visit Japan without a visa?

Not on an ordinary passport, Japan requires Turkish citizens to hold a visa even for short tourist trips. Holders of official (green), service (grey) and diplomatic (black) passports, however, can enter visa-free for up to 90 days.

How do I apply for a Japan visa?

Applications go through Japan's diplomatic mission in Turkey. Check the official application page (https://www.tr.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_tr/visa_b.html) for the current document list and procedure. Appointment and processing times shift with demand, so confirm your dates there before booking anything.

Which passports get into Japan visa-free?

Green, grey and diplomatic passport holders can enter Japan visa-free for up to 90 days. The ordinary burgundy passport isn't covered, so it still needs a visa.