Outline
NOTE: U.S. Citizens do not need a Tourist of Business Visa for visits up to 90 Days.
Sam’s Passport Inc. is a Licensed and Registered Company with the Japanese Embassy.
We will FedEx or deliver your passport back to your address as soon as the consulate releases your passport to us.
There are different types of visas for Japan and each has its own requirements, processing time and fees. Please click on the visa type that fits your needs.
Tourist visa
Gather every required document below for this tourist visa. A missing item delays consulate filing.
Required documents
Use this list for the file. Non-U.S. citizens must add status documents with the passport.
Passport
Must be signed and valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.
The applicant must submit either a
notarized Copy of Alien Registration Card (Green Card) -or- evidence of legal status in USA (valid visa plus I-94 in passport)
Photos
Provide 2 color passport-type photographs with a white background.
- Size 2 × 2 inches, full face, plain white background with no shadows.
- Eyes open and looking at the camera; neck, chin, nose, forehead, both ears, and eyes must be visible.
- Natural expression with mouth closed, no smile or frown.
- No glasses, hats, scarves, or hair clips (religious or medical exceptions need a statement).
- Use printed photos from a reputable source, home or office printer copies are not accepted.
- Invalid format photos will be rejected and delay submission.
Bank statement
A recent copy of the applicant’s bank statement that will show sufficient funds.
Proof of travel & Hotel reservation
Please provide a copy of your flight itinerary and a hotel reservation.
Health record
Vaccinations – International Certificate of Vaccination required for Yellow Fever if Arriving from Infected Area within 5 days
Business visa
Gather every required document below for this business visa. A missing item delays consulate filing.
Required documents
Use this list for the file. Non-U.S. citizens must add status documents with the passport.
Passport
Must be signed and valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.
The applicant must submit either a
notarized Copy of Alien Registration Card (Green Card) -or- evidence of legal status in USA (valid visa plus I-94 in passport)
Photos
Provide 2 color passport-type photographs with a white background.
- Size 2 × 2 inches, full face, plain white background with no shadows.
- Eyes open and looking at the camera; neck, chin, nose, forehead, both ears, and eyes must be visible.
- Natural expression with mouth closed, no smile or frown.
- No glasses, hats, scarves, or hair clips (religious or medical exceptions need a statement).
- Use printed photos from a reputable source, home or office printer copies are not accepted.
- Invalid format photos will be rejected and delay submission.
Letter of guarantee
A Business Letter of Guarantee is required, to be typewritten on your company letterhead and addressed to:
“Consulate of Republic of Japan / Houston TX”.
Please look at the following Sample of the
Proof of travel & Hotel reservation
Please provide a copy of your flight itinerary and a hotel reservation.
Health record
Vaccinations – International Certificate of Vaccination required for Yellow Fever if Arriving from Infected Area within 5 days
Ship your documents
Please use FedEx Priority Overnight or UPS Priority Overnight unless the visa type asks you to email scans.
What to include in your package
PassportMust be signed and valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.
Photos2 Passport-type photographs on a white background required.
Bank statementA recent copy of the applicant’s bank statement that will show sufficient funds.
Proof of travel & Hotel reservationPlease provide a copy of your flight itinerary and a hotel reservation.
Health recordVaccinations – International Certificate of Vaccination required for Yellow Fever if Arriving from Infected Area within 5 days
Letter of guaranteeA Business Letter of Guarantee is required, to be typewritten on your company letterhead and addressed to:
“Consulate of Republic of Japan / Houston TX”.
Please look at the following Sample of the Business letter of guarantee Call before you shipConfirm your visa type, travel date, and fees at (713) 784-5501. Walk-in drop-off is available at Suite 100. Clients nationwide can ship to the Houston office. We return the passport by FedEx or local delivery as soon as the consulate releases it.
