How to Get a Vietnam Visa from Japan 2026: The Ultimate Guide
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1. Do You Need a Visa? (New 2026 Policies)
Vietnam has updated its unilateral visa exemption list to boost tourism. Your requirement depends on your passport:
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Japanese Citizens: You are EXEMPT from a visa for stays up to 45 days. You only need a passport valid for 6 months and a return ticket.
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Stays Longer than 45 Days: Japanese citizens must apply for a 90-day E-visa.
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Foreigners in Japan: Most nationalities (including US, UK, China, India, and European citizens living in Japan) are eligible for the 90-day E-visa (Single or Multiple entry).
2. Vietnam E-Visa: The Fastest Online Method
For stays exceeding 45 days or for non-exempt residents in Japan, the E-visa is the most popular choice.
Key Details:
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Validity: Up to 90 days.
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Entries: Single or Multiple entries available.
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Standard Processing: 3 – 5 working days.
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Cost: $25 (Single) / $50 (Multiple).
How to Apply from Japan:
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Visit the Official Portal.
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Upload Documents: A digital scan of your passport bio-page and a 4×6 portrait photo (white background, no glasses).
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Select Entry Point: Choose from 80+ international gates (Airports like Noi Bai/Tan Son Nhat, or Seaports).
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Pay & Download: Pay via international credit/debit card. Once “Granted,” print the PDF for your flight.
3. Urgent & Emergency Visa Services in Japan
If you are at Narita or Haneda airport and realized you forgot your visa, or if your stay exceeds 45 days and you need a last-minute extension:
| Service Type | Processing Time | Best For |
| Expedited E-visa | 4 – 8 Working Hours | Urgent business or missed deadlines. |
| Emergency Visa | 1 Working Day | Flights leaving tomorrow. |
| Weekend/Holiday Support | Special handling | Travel during Tet or Japanese Golden Week. |
Note: Emergency services require an additional service fee (usually $50–$150) paid to a specialized visa agency.
4. Applying at the Embassy/Consulate in Japan
If you prefer a physical visa sticker or have a complex case (Diplomatic/Official/Work visa), you can visit one of the Vietnamese missions in Japan:
Embassy of Vietnam in Tokyo
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Address: 50-11, Motoyoyogi-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 151-0062.
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Phone: +81-3-3466-3313.
Consulate General in Osaka
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Address: 10F, Estate Bakurocho Bldg, 1-4-10 Bakuro-cho, Chuo-ku, Osaka 541-0059.
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Phone: +81-6-6263-1600.
Consulate General in Fukuoka
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Address: 4F, Aqua Hakata, 5-3-8 Nakasu, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka 810-0801.
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Phone: +81-92-263-7668.
💡 Top Tips for Travelers from Japan
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Check the Calendar: Vietnam Immigration is closed on weekends and Vietnamese Public Holidays. If you apply on a Friday afternoon in Tokyo, your visa might not be ready until the following Wednesday.
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Direct Flights: With many direct flights from Tokyo (NRT/HND), Osaka (KIX), and Nagoya (NGO) to Hanoi and Da Nang, ensure your E-visa lists the correct arrival airport.
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The “45-Day” Rule: If you enter visa-free for 45 days, you cannot easily extend it inside Vietnam. If you think you might stay longer, apply for the 90-day E-visa before you leave Japan.
