Japan Visa for Kazakhstani Citizens
Kazakhstani citizens need a visa for every trip to Japan — tourism included. Here's how long a visa lets you stay, and how to apply in five steps.
Visa required
No visa-free entry and no visa on arrival. Apply before you travel, at the Embassy of Japan in Kazakhstan.
- How long
- Up to 90 days per trip
- Visa fee
- No visa fee
- Processing
- About 5–10 working days
Last checked 25 September 2026 against the Embassy of Japan in Kazakhstan.
How long can you stay?
| Visa | Stay per visit | Use it within |
|---|---|---|
| Single entry — tourism, visits, business | Up to 90 days — 15, 30 or 90 days depending on your plan | 3 months from issue |
| Multiple entry — for those who qualify | Depends on the type — up to 90 days | Valid 1–5 years |
| Work, study, family | More than 90 days — needs a Certificate of Eligibility first | — |
Choose your visa
Short visits use a Temporary Visitor (short-term stay) visa. Which documents you need depends on why you're going and who pays:
Tourism
A holiday you pay for yourself
See documents →
Visiting relatives or friends
Someone in Japan invites you — they or you pay
See documents →
Short-term business
Meetings, negotiations, market research, conferences, cultural or sport exchange
See documents →
Multiple entry
For frequent business travellers and others who qualify
Who qualifies →
Prepare the documents
Kazakhstani nationals have their own checklist from Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs — use it instead of the standard one: official rules for Kazakhstani nationals.
Submit and pay
Apply at the Embassy of Japan in Kazakhstan. Visa applications: Monday to Friday, 09:30–12:00. A representative with a power of attorney may apply for you; only original documents are accepted — no post, courier or electronic submission.
Fees
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Visa fee | 0 | No fee for this nationality (embassy) |
Wait for the decision
- Japan's standard is 5 working days from the day after your complete application is accepted — allow about 5–10 working days.
- If your case needs extra checks — more documents, an interview — it can take several weeks, sometimes more than a month.
- There's no express service: applications are processed in the order received. Apply early.
Receive your visa
Visa sticker in your passport
A single-entry visa must be used within 3 months of issue and is used up once you enter Japan.
A visa doesn't guarantee entry — the immigration officer at the airport makes the final decision.
If your visa is refused
- No visa fee is charged when a visa isn't issued; agency or visa-centre fees are not refunded.
- The embassy does not tell you why — Japan does not give reasons for visa refusals.
- You can't reapply for the same purpose within 6 months. The exception: your circumstances have changed significantly and the trip is needed for humanitarian reasons — ask the embassy first.
Beware of visa scams
Next time: a multiple-entry visa
A multiple-entry visa lets you visit Japan any number of times while it's valid (1, 3 or 5 years). It is issued mainly to business travellers and to cultural or intellectual figures who meet the criteria.
The rules for Kazakhstani nationals: MOFA page.
Staying longer than 90 days
Work, study and family stays need a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) first. Your employer, school or family in Japan applies for it; you then take it to the embassy for the visa.
Work visas
Engineer / Humanities, Highly Skilled Professional and more
See details →
Specified Skilled Worker (Type 1 & 2)
Skills test plus a Japanese-language test
See details →
Student
Language schools, vocational schools and universities
See details →
Spouse / Child of Japanese National
Marriage to a Japanese national
See details →
Frequently asked questions
Do Kazakhstani citizens need a visa for Japan?
Yes, for every visit — tourism included. Kazakhstan is not on Japan's visa-exemption list, and Japan has no visa on arrival.
How long can I stay in Japan on a tourist visa?
Up to 90 days per visit on a single-entry visa — the officer grants 15, 30 or 90 days depending on your plan. Use the visa within 3 months of issue.
How much does a Japan visa cost?
Since 1 July 2026 the standard fee is about ¥15,000 for a single entry and ¥30,000 for multiple entry, paid in local currency. Some nationalities pay less or nothing, and no fee is charged if the visa is refused.
How long does processing take?
Usually about 5–10 working days — Japan's standard is 5 working days after your application is accepted. It takes longer if extra checks are needed, and there is no express service.
Can I apply online?
Not yet — Japan's eVISA isn't available to residents of Kazakhstan. Apply at the embassy or consulate.
Can I reapply if my visa is refused?
Not for the same purpose within 6 months, unless your circumstances have changed significantly and the trip is needed for humanitarian reasons. The embassy won't tell you the reason for a refusal.
Sources
- The Embassy of Japan in Kazakhstan — visa information
- The Embassy of Japan in Kazakhstan — visa information
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan — Visa fees (from 1 Jul 2026)
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan — Visa processing time
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan — Validity of a visa
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan — Visa FAQ (refusals, re-applications)
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan — short-term stay rules for Kazakhstani nationals
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