Do Filipino 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 Filipino citizens.
| Verdict | Visa needed before you fly |
|---|---|
| Document | Short-term stay visa (via accredited agency / Japanese mission) |
| 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 | As granted (eVISA package-tour visas: 15 days) |
| Validity | Usually single entry |
| When to apply | Apply several weeks ahead |
| Checked | Verified on an official page · 2026-10-11 |
The rest of the trip for a Filipino passport, from the arrival form to customs and travelling with children: Japan entry requirements.
The details for a Filipino passport.
Not visa-exempt. JAPAN eVISA is available to nationals residing in the Philippines ONLY when joining a packaged tour arranged by designated travel agencies (15-day visa). Independent travellers need a regular visa through accredited agencies at the Japanese embassy/consulate. Nationals residing in a listed eVISA country can apply online there.
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 Filipino citizens need a visa for Japan?
Yes. Filipino citizens need a visa from an embassy or visa centre before travelling to Japan.
How much does it cost for Filipino 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 Filipino citizens stay in Japan?
As granted (eVISA package-tour visas: 15 days). Longer stays need a different visa.
When should Filipino citizens apply?
Apply several weeks ahead.
Where do Filipino 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.