Citizens of around 70 countries/regions — including the US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia, South Korea and Singapore — enter Japan visa-free for short stays (usually up to 90 days), which covers attending SMART LOGISTICS EXPO and holding business meetings, but not paid work. Other nationalities need a short-term stay visa from a Japanese embassy or consulate (published fee JPY 3,000 single entry / JPY 6,000 multiple entry, typically 5–10 working days; some nationalities are covered by the online JAPAN eVISA). Exhibitors shipping demo equipment should use an ATA Carnet or a temporary-admission customs procedure.
Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
Usually up to 90 days for business meetings, trade fairs, conferences and market research; paid employment is not permitted. Confirm your nationality's current waiver status on the MOFA visa pages before booking. Published fee is JPY 3,000 single entry / JPY 6,000 double or multiple entry; fees are waived or reduced for some nationalities, so check your local embassy. Applications normally need co
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