Japan Tourist / Visit Visa

At a glance

Timing and entry details for Pakistani passport holders.

For Pakistani passport holders

Country-specific notes before you start the file.

Practical checklist for Pakistan applicants. Always confirm the latest official Japan embassy checklist before submission.

Documents checklist

Prepare these before you inquire.

• CNIC – Original and clear copy
• Passport – Valid passport with sufficient validity and blank pages, along with all previous/expired passports showing travel history
• Photograph – Recent passport-size photograph with white/light background, according to current visa specifications
• Source of income / occupation proof – Employment letter, business documents, or other evidence of income
• Tax returns – Last 2–3 years tax returns, where applicable
• FRC – Family Registration Certificate issued by NADRA
• MRC – Marriage Registration Certificate, where applicable
• Bank statement – Last 6 months’ bank statement showing regular transactions
• Bank maintenance certificate – Current bank certificate showing account balance (recommended closing balance PKR 1,500,000+ depending on profile and trip cost)
• Travel history – Previous visas and entry/exit stamps through current and previous passports
• Flight itinerary – Unpaid/confirmed reservation as required; do not purchase a non-refundable ticket before visa issuance
• Hotel booking / accommodation proof – Accommodation details for the complete stay
• Detailed travel itinerary – Day-by-day travel plan for the intended visit

Eligibility

A PKR 1.5 million+ closing balance is a suggested agency document standard, not a universal official minimum. Funds should be reasonable and consistent with income, tax records, travel history, and the proposed trip. Authorities may request additional documents.