JAPAN MULTIPLE-ENTRY VISA REQUIREMENTS AND ELIGIBILITY

I. Japan Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa Eligibility

As of 2018, The Japanese Embassy has released an updated qualification of who are eligible to apply and obtain a Japan Multiple-Entry Visa. To know your eligibility to submit an application for this type of visa, you must fit to any of the following scenarios;

SCENARIO 1:

You have a travel history as a temporary visitor to Japan in the last three (3) years and didn’t violate any of Japan’s domestic laws with sufficient financial capability to support all your travel expenses.

SCENARIO 2:

You have a travel history as a temporary visitor to Japan in the last three (3) years and have traveled to G7 countries (excluding Japan) as a temporary visitor in the last three years. The other G7 countries are the following: Canada, France, Germany, Italy, United Kingdom (UK), and the United States (USA).

SCENARIO 3:

You have no travel history to Japan in the last three (3) years, but has HIGH Financial Capability.

SCENARIO 4:

You have no travel history to Japan in the last three (3) years, but has either a spouse or child with HIGH Financial Capability.

If you fit to any of the scenarios above, then proceed to the Visa Requirements listed below;

NOTE: If you are not (currently) eligible to apply for a Multiple-Entry Visa based on the scenarios above set by the Japanese Embassy, then you may want to consider applying for a Single-Entry Visa for the meantime. That way it would increase your chances to be eligible in applying for a Multiple-Entry Visa in your next application. READ THIS: JAPAN VISA GUIDE for Filipinos (Step-by-Step)

II. Japan Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa Requirements List

1. Accomplished Multiple-Entry Visa Request Form

A) Download the Multiple-Entry Visa Request Form here or get the form from the accredited travel agency.

TIP! Be very specific of why you are requesting a Multiple-Entry Visa, if the space on the form is not enough, you can also submit a separate explanation letter.

2. Philippine Passport

A) Philippines passport must have at least 6 months’ remaining validity prior to your intended travel date with 2 blank pages for stamps.
B) The passport must be in good condition and have a signature (on page 3 in new 10-year passports).

3. A Duly Accomplished Japan Visa Application Form

A) Download the Japan Visa Form here or get the form from the accredited travel agency.

• Print the application form in A4-size paper ONLY (also, don’t staple the form).
• Application Form must be filled up truthfully and do NOT leave anything blank (write N/A if not applicable).
• Handwritten and typed/typewritten are both acceptable, but only use black pen or font (pencils or other erasable pens are NOT allowed).
• Avoid erasures as much as possible, but if necessary, only use double line/strikethroughs. Other types of erasures such as correction tapes or liquids are NOT allowed better yet, start over.
• For sample, click here.

4. ID Photo

A) Photo size: 4.5cm x 4.5cm (colored photo against white background taken within the last 6 months).

• The photo must be clear (pixelated photo is NOT allowed).
• Write your name and birth-date on the backside of the photo, then paste it properly on the application form (staple is NOT allowed).
• For sample, click here.

5. Daily Schedule In Japan

A) To download the form and for sample, click here.

• This is your daily itinerary and activities in Japan.
• Print the form in A4-size paper ONLY (also, don’t staple the form).
• Must indicate the addresse/s and telephone numbers of your accommodation.
  • For the question on the application form regarding flight details, you can simply check the airline’s website and copy the details of the flight you are eyeing for. For hotel/s, you can reserve it online (for FREE) through Agoda.com with a REFUNDABLE option if you cancel it a day before your intended stay. That way, you can also fill up the exact address and contact information needed on the application form.

TIP! This doesn’t have to be your actual itinerary, so don’t over complicate it. Just fill out the form properly to give the Embassy an idea of your travel itinerary. Also, this is one way to convince the Consul that you are indeed a tourist, so make it simple and realistic.

6. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

The set of requirements differs depending on your scenario as follows;

SCENARIO 1:

You have a travel history as a temporary visitor to Japan in the last three (3) years and didn’t violate any of Japan domestic laws with sufficient financial capability to support all your travel expenses:

• Proof of travel history to Japan in the last three (3) years: Submit the passport/s that contains used Japan visa/s and landing permission stamps (old and new passport, if applicable).
• Proof of Income: Latest Income Tax Return (ITR) or (Form 2316) photocopy in A4 paper. If you do not have an ITR, you may write a letter explaining why you’re unable to provide it. (e.g. newly employed, etc.) In addition, you can submit copies of your payslip or other proof of income.
• Bank Certificate: Must be issued within 3 months from the date of your visa application along with the receipt. Make sure to ask for receipt of your bank certificate when you get one.
• Certificate of Employment: This is not a requirement anymore, but if you’re employed and able to provide (COE) then, I highly recommend it. Especially if you’re several years tenured with your employment this really helps increase your chances. You can request this in your company’s HR and ask them to indicate your position, start date and salary.

SCENARIO 2:

You have a travel history as a temporary visitor to Japan and other G7 countries in the last three years.

• Proof of travel history to Japan in the last three (3) years: Submit the passport/s that contains used Japan visa/s and landing permission stamps (old and new passport, if applicable).
• Proof of travel history to other G7 countries in the last three (3) years: Submit the passport/s that contains used visa/s and stamps from the G7 countries (old and new passport, if applicable).

NOTE: Financial Documents are NOT required to submit for this scenario, but some travel agencies require these. So I guess, it’s best to contact your travel agency beforehand to make sure. If they do, then you may submit any or all the 3 last bullets on Scenario #1.

You have no travel history to Japan in the last three (3) years, but has HIGH Financial Capability.

SCENARIO 3:

• Birth Certificate (from SPA): Must be issued within one year by PSAMain Office or Serbilis Outlet Center (Nationwide). If your birth certificate states “Late Registration”, submit a baptismal certificate and School Record [Form 137] from high school or elementary (it must have complete address and telephone information of the school and/or the issuance). If you have NO RECORD in PSA, you can submit a “Certificate of “Non-Record” from PSA along with the birth certificate from the Local Civil Registrar.
• Marriage Certificate (from SPA): Only applicable for married applicants (if you aren’t then you can skip this). The Certificate must be issued within one year by PSA Main Office or Serbilis Outlet Center (Nationwide). If there is NO RECORD in PSA, you can submit a “Certificate of Non-Record” from PSA along with the Marriage Certificate from the Local Civil Registrar.
• Proof of Income: Latest Income Tax Return (ITR) or (Form 2316) photocopy with a High Financial Record. If you do not have an ITR, you may write a letter explaining why you’re unable to provide it. (e.g. newly employed, etc.) In addition, you can submit copies of your payslip or other proof of income.
• Bank Certificate: Or any other proof of financial capability (such as dividend certificate of stock, etc.).

SCENARIO 4:

You have no travel history to Japan in the last three (3) years, but has either a spouse or child with HIGH Financial Capability.

• Birth Certificate (from SPA): Must be issued within one year by PSA Main Office or Serbilis Outlet Center (Nationwide). If your birth certificate states “Late Registration”, submit a baptismal certificate and School Record [Form 137] from high school or elementary (it must have complete address and telephone information of the school and/or the issuance). If you have NO RECORD in PSA, you can submit a “Certificate of “Non-Record” from PSA along with the birth certificate from the Local Civil Registrar.
• Marriage Certificate (from SPA): Only applicable for married applicants (if you aren’t then you can skip this). The Certificate must be issued within one year by PSA Main Office or Serbilis Outlet Center (Nationwide). If there is NO RECORD in PSA, you can submit a “Certificate of Non-Record” from PSA along with the Marriage Certificate from the Local Civil Registrar.

NOTE: The following requirements are the documents of either a spouse or child of the applicant with Proof of High Financial Capability.

• Proof of Income of the sponsor/guarantor: Latest Income Tax Return (ITR) with a High financial record.
• Bank Certificate: or any other proof of financial capability (such as dividend certificate of stock, etc.).

III. Once all requirements are completed, here’s the Full: JAPAN MULTIPLE-ENTRY VISA Guide for Filipinos (Step-by-Step)