WAKATION · ENTRY & STAY
Entry & stay preparation
Pick a destination and purpose to see the government’s official pages and the questions to check for your situation
Wakation does not decide whether you can enter or which visa you need. The answer depends on your passport, departure country, length and purpose, so always check the official pages below. Every link goes to an official government site — not an agency that charges to file on your behalf.
Japan · All
Checked 2026-10-04
Visa or visa-free
- Exemption of Visa (Short-Term Stay)
The list of countries and regions exempt from short-term stay visas.
Source · Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan
Page language · EN · JA · Checked 2026-10-04
Travel authorization · arrival registration
- Visit Japan Web
The official service for completing immigration and customs procedures online in advance.
Source · Digital Agency of Japan
Page language · EN · JA · Checked 2026-10-04
Language & short courses
- 在留資格一覧表
A table of what each status of residence allows. The “Temporary Visitor” scope lists attending courses and meetings, among others.
Source · Immigration Services Agency of Japan
Page language · JA · Checked 2026-10-04 - 在留資格「留学」
Guidance on the status of residence for studying at schools in Japan.
Source · Immigration Services Agency of Japan
Page language · JA · Checked 2026-10-04
Remote work
- Designated Activities (Digital Nomad)
Guidance on the status for international remote work without employment in Japan, including the period of stay and extension rules.
Source · Immigration Services Agency of Japan
Page language · EN · JA · Checked 2026-10-04
Questions to check for your situation
Find the answers on the official pages or with the embassy or immigration authority. Wakation does not answer them for you.
- Is my passport country exempt from short-term stay visas? If so, how many days are allowed?
- Is registering on Visit Japan Web required or optional?
- Is the course I want within the “Temporary Visitor” scope, or do I need another status such as “Student”?
- Is remote work for an overseas employer allowed during a short-term stay?
- Do I meet the eligible-country and income requirements for the digital nomad status?
Not on the list?
We started with six destinations. For anywhere else, ask us and we’ll find the official sources together.