Japan entry requirements
Travellers on New Zealand, Australian, US, British and Canadian passports don't need a visa for short stays in Japan of up to 90 days. Before you land, register on Visit Japan Web, Japan's free official site, to get one QR code for immigration and customs. Paper forms are still accepted.
Last checked against official sources: 2 October 2026
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At a glance, by passport
| Passport | Visa or travel authority | Arrival forms and levies | Coming home |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | Not needed | Visit Japan Web (Free) | New Zealand Traveller Declaration |
| Australia | Not needed | Visit Japan Web (Free) | Incoming Passenger Card |
| United States | Not needed | Visit Japan Web (Free) | Not covered yet |
| United Kingdom (British citizen) | Not needed | Visit Japan Web (Free) | Not covered yet |
| Canada | Not needed | Visit Japan Web (Free) | Not covered yet |
| Japan | Nothing to do | Nothing to do | Not covered yet |
Your Japan checklist
Everything for one traveller. Add everyone on your booking in the WayReady app.
How WayReady gets Japan sorted
You stay in control the whole way. We prepare; you review and submit on the official site.
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Your trip, built from your booking
Forward your confirmation and WayReady picks up your flights into NRT, your dates and where you're staying.
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Every form found for every traveller
Each person's passport is checked against the official rules, including the declaration for coming home.
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Plain questions for what only you know
Things like cash, food or goods are always asked, never guessed. Everything else comes from your profile.
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Submitted by you, on the official site
We open the government site with your answers ready. You review, pay any government fee directly, and submit.
Japan questions, answered
Is Visit Japan Web compulsory?
No. It's optional, and paper arrival and customs forms are still accepted. Most travellers use it because one QR code covers immigration and customs and can be quicker at the airport.
When should I complete Visit Japan Web?
Any time before you fly. Japan's guidance is to finish at least 6 hours before you land so your QR code is ready.
Does Visit Japan Web cost anything?
No. It's free. Be careful of copycat sites that charge an 'application fee'. The official address is vjw.digital.go.jp.
Do New Zealanders and Australians need a visa for Japan?
Not for short stays of up to 90 days for tourism, visiting family and friends, or business meetings. Paid work needs a visa.
Can I register my family on one Visit Japan Web account?
Yes. You can add family members to your account when you're travelling on the same flights with the same first accommodation.
Official sources
- Visit Japan Web (Digital Agency)
- Visa exemptions (Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan)
- International Tourist Tax (Japan Tourism Agency)
Last checked 2 October 2026. Rules can change at short notice, so always confirm on the official site before you travel. WayReady is not a government agency.