Japan

Japan Business Visa (Temporary Visitor)

Short-term business trips: meetings, events, conferences (no paid work).

About this visa

Temporary Visitor (Business) is used for short-term business activities such as meetings, negotiations, conferences, exhibitions, and market visits. It is not for paid work in Japan.

Your documents should answer: who you are meeting, why this trip is necessary, the exact schedule, and who pays for the trip. If you have an inviting company/partner, invitation letters and company documents strengthen clarity.

If your trip is purely tourism/visiting, use the short-stay page: Japan short-stay visa. For document planning support, see GetVisa.ge services.

≈ 1 week (if complete)

Required Documents

📄Basic Documents

Valid passport

Visa application form

Recent photo (as required)

Itinerary / day-to-day schedule

Return or onward ticket

Accommodation proof (hotel booking or host details)

optional

💰Financial Documents

Bank statement (recent months)

Proof of income / employment or study status

🛡️Civil and Security Documents

Proof of ties to Georgia (work/study/family/property)

📋Other Documents

Invitation/guarantor documents (if applicable)

optional

Application Process

Confirm purpose & route

Confirm your short-stay purpose (tourism/business/visiting/transit) and exact route.

Prepare itinerary

Create a day-to-day plan (dates, cities, accommodation) and keep it realistic.

Strengthen finances & ties

Show stable finances and strong ties to Georgia (job/study/family/property).

Add invitation if needed

For visiting/business, prepare invitation/guarantor/company documents if required.

Submit & track

Submit through the Japanese mission (or accepted channel) and track updates.

Respond to requests

If additional documents are requested, respond quickly and consistently.

Important Tips & Advice

Keep itinerary and purpose specific and consistent.

Show stable finances with clear sources.

Demonstrate strong ties to Georgia (job/study/family).

If invited, ensure invitation/guarantor documents match your plan.

Respond fast if additional documents are requested.

Processing Fees

Consular fee

Official visa fees vary by visa type and local mission; confirm current tariff before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Georgian citizens need a short-stay visa for Japan?

Yes. Short-term stay requirements depend on purpose and the Japanese mission with jurisdiction.

Can I work on a Temporary Visitor visa?

No. Temporary Visitor is for tourism/business/visiting without remunerative activities.

Do I need an invitation letter?

It depends. For visiting/business purposes invitation/guarantor/company documents may be required or helpful.

Is Japan eVISA available for Georgians?

If you reside in Georgia, no—Japan eVISA is only for residents of specific countries/regions. In that case, you typically apply via the Japanese Embassy/Consulate with jurisdiction over your residence. If you legally reside in an eligible country/region, online application may be possible.

How long does screening take?

If complete, screening is often around one week, but timelines vary by mission and case.

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