- Tourist Visa Single Entry Checklist
- Passport
- Must be valid for at least 6 months
- Must have at least 2 blank pages
- 1x Color Copy of Passport Bio Page
- 1x Color Copy of used Japan Visa, If any
- Visa Application Form
- Fully completed (example form)
- Must be typed
- No blank fields (write “N/A” if not applicable)
- Printed on A4 paper
- Japan Visa Picture
- Recent ID photo (4.5cm x 3.5cm) (example Japan Visa Photo)
- White background
- Civil Documents
- PSA Birth Certificate (Issued within 1 year)
- PSA Marriage Certificate (if applicable)
- Financial documents
- Bank Certificate
- Bank Statements (Average Daily Balance within the last six months must be shown.)
- Income Tax Return (ITR) (Form 2316 must have signature of the Employer and Employee.)
- Certificate of Employment (for employees) (must indicate period of employment, salary and position)
- Business documents (for self-employed applicants and business owners) (Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) “Certificate of Business Name Registration” and Mayor’s Permit from the City Hall must be submitted.)
Tips:- Maintain a stable bank account (avoid sudden large deposits)
- Have Funds that match your travel plan (₱10,000 per day is often recommended)
- Travel Details
- Itinerary in Japan Form(day-by-day plan)(Japan visa itinerary sample)
- Hotel bookings or accommodation details (not necessarily paid)
- Flight reservation (not necessarily paid)
Tips:- Your itinerary should be consistent with your budget
- Keep your itinerary simple and realistic
For the most accurate and updated information, always refer to official sources such as the Embassy of Japan in the Philippines and accredited visa centers.
These platforms provide updated requirements, forms, and announcements related to visa applications.
- Create an account and book an appointment
- Choose your preferred branch
- Submit your documents in person
- Provide biometrics if required
- Visa approval is not guaranteed
- The embassy may request additional documents
- You can still be questioned by Philippine immigration even if you have a visa
- Always bring supporting documents when traveling
Are you planning to visit Japan soon or are you travelling to Japan for the first time as a solo traveller? Check out this link for everything you need to know before your trip: Japan Travel Guide For Filipinos
An Income Tax Return (ITR) is not always required, but it is highly recommended. Some applicants (especially freelancers or students) may still get approved without it if they can show strong financial proof.
There is no official fixed amount, but a safe guideline is:
At least ₱100,000+ per applicant for short trips (I only have 70k in my bank when I applied last 2023 and I still got approved)
Embassies mainly check consistency and stability, not just the amount.
Yes. Freelancers and self-employed applicants can be approved as long as they provide:
– Bank statements or certificates
– Business registration (if available)
– Explanation of income source
Many Filipinos are approved even with non-traditional employment.
A single-entry visa is usually valid for 90 days from the date of issue, and you can stay in Japan for up to 15–30 days per visit, depending on approval.
It depends on your documents and financial stability. If your requirements are complete and your financial proof is strong, approval is generally smooth for single-entry tourist visas.
I hope this helped a little — and if you have any questions, thoughts (or anything to add), feel free to leave them in the comments.
– Belle ✿
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