Embassy address: 2-1-14 Mita, Minato-ku, Tokyo - Telephone: 03-5232-4111

Japanese Visas and Immigration

Visas

A visa is a form of permission for a non-citizen to travel to, enter, transit or remain in a particular country. A visa does not guarantee entry, that decision remains the right of the immigration officials of the country concerned.

There are many types of visas available and travellers should ensure they obtain the correct visa for their intended stay. The validity and type of visa issued must be strictly adhered to. Failure to depart the country by the due date may result in a fine and future problems with authorities. Deportation is at the traveller's expense.

Japanese Visas and Immigration Information

Enquiries related to Japanese visas should be directed to the Japanese Immigration authorities.

Contact	Details
Tokyo Regional Immigration Bureau 5-5-30 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo Tel: 03-5796-7112	Monday - Friday 9:00 - 12:00 13:00 - 16:00 Extension of period of stay Permission to acquire or change status of residence Application for Certificate of Eligibility Consultation for residence procedures Re-entry permits Directions Bus "Shinagawa Futo Junkan" from JR Shinagawa Station (East Exit) to "Tokyo Nyukoku-Kanrikyoku-mae" Or 15 minutes walk from Tennozu-Isle Station, Tokyo Monorail or Rinkai Line (Saikyo Line)
Information about Entry and Residence for Foreigners Tel: 03-3216-3333	Daily 24 hrs (voice mail, push buttons phone only)

Other Offices

For contact details for other Immigration Offices and Information Centres please go to the Japanese Immigration website.

Visas to countries other than Japan

The Australian Embassy cannot provide information on visas for countries other than Australia.

For information on visas for countries other than Japan and Australia please contact the relevant Embassy or diplomatic mission of the country you intend to visit.

For information regarding visas to Australia please contact the Visa Section of the Australian Embassy.

Visa Regulations

Australians travelling overseas are subject to the visa regulations of the host country. The immigration laws of most countries do not have provision for appeal. The Australian Government and the Australian Embassy is unable to intervene in cases where an Australian has been refused a visa or denied entry.

Passport Validity

Australian travellers should be aware that many countries require travellers to have at least six months validity remaining on their passports. Immigration authorities may refuse entry to Australian arriving with less than this. Travellers should either renew their passport before they travel or check with the relevant diplomatic mission of the country concerned whether this rule applies to them.

More information regarding visas and travel advice for Australian travellers