Do Saudi citizens need a visa for Japan?
The official link goes to mofa.go.jp. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay or travel.
Japan entry rules for Saudi citizens.
| Verdict | e-Visa before you fly |
|---|---|
| Document | JAPAN eVISA (short-term stay, tourism) |
| Fee | Approx. JPY 15,000 single-entry (applications accepted from 1 Jul 2026, paid in local currency; may differ or be waived by nationality) |
| Stay | Up to 90 days (single entry) |
| Validity | Single entry |
| When to apply | No official lead time published; apply several weeks ahead |
| Checked | Verified on an official page · 2026-10-11 |
The rest of the trip for a Saudi passport, from the arrival form to customs and travelling with children: Japan entry requirements.
The details for a Saudi passport.
Residents of Saudi Arabia apply directly on the JAPAN eVISA site. Nationals living elsewhere apply where they reside (eVISA if that country is listed, otherwise a sticker visa at the embassy). JAPAN eVISA is issued by country of RESIDENCE, not nationality: residents of Australia, Brazil, Cambodia, Canada, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Taiwan, UK and USA apply directly online; residents of Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Macau, Mongolia, Singapore, UAE and South Korea apply through an accredited agency. Single-entry, short-term (up to 90 days), ordinary passports only, arrival by air (or the Busan/Shanghai scheduled ferries). No sticker: show the 'visa issuance notice' on your phone at check-in. Visa fees rose sharply on 1 Jul 2026.
How long it must be valid.
Passport must be valid for the whole length of stay; Japan sets no extra validity period (airlines may apply their own stricter rules). If extending your stay, the passport must cover the extension.
Recent changes in Japan.
- 2026-07-01 — International Tourist Tax raised from JPY 1,000 to JPY 3,000 per departure (tickets contracted before this date keep JPY 1,000).
- 2026-07-01 — Visa fees raised roughly fivefold: approx. JPY 15,000 single-entry, JPY 30,000 multiple-entry.
- 2026-05-29 — Diet enacted the Immigration Control Act amendment creating JESTA and raising caps on residence-procedure fees (permanent residence cap JPY 300,000; extension/change cap JPY 100,000; exact amounts by ordinance).
The short answers.
Do Saudi citizens need a visa for Japan?
Yes. Saudi citizens apply online for the JAPAN eVISA (short-term stay, tourism) before travelling for stays of up to 90 days (single entry).
How much does it cost for Saudi citizens?
Approx. JPY 15,000 single-entry (applications accepted from 1 Jul 2026, paid in local currency; may differ or be waived by nationality). Fees change, so confirm on the official site before you pay.
How long can Saudi citizens stay in Japan?
Up to 90 days (single entry). Longer stays need a different visa.
When should Saudi citizens apply?
No official lead time published; apply several weeks ahead.
Where do Saudi citizens apply?
On the official site, mofa.go.jp. NUM links it and never charges for the link.
Does NUM issue Japan visas?
No. Only the government issues them. NUM explains the rule for your passport, links the official site, and can file the form for you where its desk covers it.