Japan admits citizens of more than 70 countries and regions — including the United States, the United Kingdom, EU member states, South Korea, Australia and Singapore — visa-free for short-term business visits of up to 90 days. Visitors from non-exempt countries such as India, China, the Philippines and Vietnam must obtain a Temporary Visitor visa from a Japanese embassy or consulate: the published fee is JPY 3,000 for single entry and JPY 6,000 for multiple entry, with a typical turnaround of five to ten working days and event documentation often requested. Register arrival and customs details in Visit Japan Web before departure, carry a passport valid for the length of stay, and note that Japan accepts ATA carnets for exhibition goods and professional equipment.
Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
Register arrival and customs details in Visit Japan Web before departure and carry a passport valid for the whole stay. Published Japanese government fee is JPY 3,000 for single entry and JPY 6,000 for multiple entry; an invitation letter and show documentation are commonly requested.
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