Travel Visa Requirements

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Nigeria to Japan

Visa requirements and travel information

Visa Information

Visa Type

Standard Visa

Difficulty Level

Medium

Processing Time

5 days

Visa Cost

$20 USD

Visa Validity

90 days

Maximum Stay Duration

90 days

Requirements

  • 1.Valid Nigerian passport (with at least 6 months validity and 2 blank pages)
  • 2.Completed visa application form (available from the Embassy of Japan website)
  • 3.Two recent passport-sized photographs (4.5cm x 4.5cm, white background)
  • 4.Flight itinerary (round-trip booking)
  • 5.Proof of accommodation (hotel booking, invitation letter from host in Japan)
  • 6.Bank statement (for the last 3-6 months, showing sufficient funds)
  • 7.Employment letter/Business registration (if employed/self-employed)
  • 8.Invitation letter (if visiting friends/relatives, including guarantor's details and documents)
  • 9.Schedule of stay in Japan
  • 10.Copy of data page of passport
  • 11.Marriage certificate (if applicable)
  • 12.Birth certificate (for minors, with parental consent letter if one parent is not traveling)

Important Notes

Visa fees are subject to change and are paid in Naira at the Embassy. The processing time can be longer depending on individual circumstances and the volume of applications. It is advisable to apply well in advance of your intended travel date. All documents must be original or certified copies, and some may require English translation. The Embassy of Japan in Nigeria processes these applications.