Cherry blossoms of Kyoto or the neon lights of Shinjuku? For Egyptian nationals and residents, Japan has never been so reachable. With the launch of its digital application process, Apply Japan e- Visa from Egypt has become an attractive option to an embassy visit.

In this guide, we walk you through every detail, from document checklists to processing times, so that your application is “high approval” ready.  

Is a Japanese visa required of an Egyptian?  

Yes. Now, every Egyptian with a passport is required to have a valid visa to get into Japan. Though other nationalities do not need a visa, Egyptian citizens have to receive it before taking off on their flight. Japan e- Visa is designed specifically in case of short-term tourism (not exceeding 90 days) and is the simplest application to leisure tourists in Egypt.  

What is the Japan Tourist e-Visa and how to work for Egyptian Residents?

Following are the criterion which you must fulfill to be eligible for an electronic type of visa:

• Purpose: Tourism only (Single Entry).
• Stay Period: 90 days (Maximum).
• Passport: It should be an ordinary (standard) passport.
• Travel Mode: Participants must travel to Japan by air.

What are the Essential Documents that are Requirements to the Application?  

One is unable to avoid rejections without preparation. Ensure that you have all your scans and they are clear and legible and in the necessary digital formats.  

Will my Passport be Valid to a Japan Visa?

Your passport should not have an expiry date characterized by a duration of 6 months before your date of entry into Japan. It must also be blanked with two or more pages to be used as immigration stamps.  

Which are the Photo Specifications of the e- Visa? 

You should post an electronic image that you took recently, in the past 6 months.  

• Background: Plain white.  
• Specs: 2×2 inches (or 45mm x 35mm), high resolution, no glasses and a neutral expression.  

What Can I Do to demonstrate that I am an immigrant in Egypt?

In case you are an expat in Egypt, please present your Permanent Residence Card or an authentic Egyptian Visa. This indicates that you are eligible in Egypt.  

Is Proof of Current Address Necessary?

You could be requested to provide a utility bill (electricity or water) of the recent date or a formal rental agreement to prove that you are living in Egypt.  

Am I required to have a Confirmed Flight Itinerary?

You do not even have to purchase a ticket prior to acceptance. The verified reservation of a flight (round trip) containing your entry and exit points suffices.  

What Do I Need to do to Structure My Day and Hotel Details?

Japan requires a “Plan of Stay.” This should include:

• Hotel Vouchers: Guaranteed Reservation of each night of your stay.  
• Daily Itinerary: This is a straightforward breakdown of the cities or sights that you are going to visit on a given day.  

What is the need of a 3-Month Bank Statement?

To demonstrate that you are able to make ends meet, give a stamped and signed bank statement of the past 3 months. Although there is no actual minimum required, it is significant to have a good balance to sustain your daily cost and lodging.  

Who Requires an ERFS Certificate?

Note: The e-Visa system is primarily a tourist system. In case you have to process a Business Visa under the regular route, then you need an ERFS (Entrants, Returning Follow-up System) certificate of your Japanese host.  

What are Japan Visa types of Egyptians?

Visa Type	No. of Entries	Max. Stay	Validity
Tourism (e-Visa)	Single	15 – 90 days	90 days

Am I Eligible to Apply for a Transit eVisa to Japan?  

In case you are an Egyptian tourist in Japan, going to another country (such as flying in Cairo to the USA through Tokyo), then you might be eligible to obtain the Japan Transit eVisa. This is in case of short layovers that involve sightseeing or a rest.  

Maximum Stay: 15 days.  

Condition: You are to be in possession of an onward flight ticket and a valid visa to your ultimate destination.  

Application of Medical Visa (Egypt):

• Check Eligibility: Assemble that you satisfy the criteria of a Medical Visa for Japan to get treatment that is not in Egypt.
• Gather Documents:
  • Home country doctors report about illness and the necessity to treat it in Japan.
  • Medical institutions in Japan write confirmation of treatment.
  • Evidence of adequate cost funds.
  • Birth certificate/parental consent below 18 years.
• Through the embassy: You can apply and hand in your application and documents at the Embassy of Japan in Egypt or through the official channels.
• Processing: Processing time allowed is usually approximately 5 working days; however, this may vary. 

What are the Best Airports to use e-Visa?  

Most passengers arrive through when flying out of Cairo (CAI):  

• Narita International Airport (NRT)– Tokyo.  
• Haneda Airport (HND) – Tokyo  
• Osaka, Kansai International Airport (KIX).  

Is it possible to travel to Japan using an e-Visa through land or sea?  

Japan e-Visa is now only restricted to air travel. In case you wish to travel on a cruise ship or your land border on an immediate neighbor country, you must apply to be issued with a traditional sticker visa.  

Is GPay Widely Used in Japan?  

The use of Google Pay (GPay) is accepted in large Japanese cities in particular at the convenience stores (7-Eleven, Lawson) and large retailers. Nevertheless, physical Suica/Pasmo cards or cash are preferable in smaller shops and the countryside.  

What are the Critical Travel Rules and Tips?  

How are Hotel Stay Rules in Response to Foreign Tourists?  

There is a law in Japan that all foreigners coming to Japan must present a copy of their passport when checking in their hotel room. The hotels should keep such records with the ministry of health, labour and welfare.  

Travelling on a Transit Visa as a Minor?  

In case a minor is travelling in Japan on a transit visa but without both parents, a parental consent letter signed by a notarized letter and a birth certificate are normally required to prevent cases of child abduction.  

Is Paid Flight Ticket a requirement prior to the approval?  

The application suffices with a reservation. They can however recommend a confirmed ticket in the case of Super Rush projects or special travel agencies. Before sending non-refundable payment, we recommend that you wait to receive the Visa Issuance Notice.  

What is the e-Visa Processing Time in Japan?  

The duration required to have your Japan e-Visa processed will also depend on the urgency that you have.  

• Normal Processing: 26- 32 Workdays.  
• Rush Processing: 20 -26 working days.  
• Super Rush Processing: 14 -20 Working Days.  
• Remark: We want to suggest that you should apply at least 1-2 months prior to your departure date.  

Why should you use japan-evisa.info eVisa Services?  

It is not easy to navigate through Japanese immigration. In japan-evisa.info, we make everything easier for you so that you can concentrate on your trip. The expense of making your application complete is our service fee.  

What are the Major advantages of our services?  

• Free of charge: Convenient online paperwork, professional assistance.  
• 24/7 Support: We are always available to chat (live chat, WhatsApp, email).  
• No Typos: We read all the details twice to prevent the frequent mistakes that cause the rejection.  
• Simplified Documents: You may submit in any format, we will check and convert it to the Japanese format.  
• Quick and safe: We are concerned about your speed and send your signed e- Visa to your email as PDF.  
• Peace of Mind: In case you lose your copy on the Internet we can retrieve it by means of the passport information.  

Your application has three components that make up the total cost:  

• Government Fee: The fee being paid to the Japanese authorities.  
• Service Fee: It includes our assistance in reviewing documents and handling their applications.  
• Processing Fee: This is a fee which you may pay to have your request handled in a hurry or faster than normal.