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Australia
Japan
Australian Embassy & Consulates in Japan
- 1 embassy
- 1 consulate general
- 1 consulate
Australia is represented in Japan by 3 missions: an embassy in Tokyo, a consulate general in Osaka and a consulate in Sapporo. Japanese citizens need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) for Australia, obtained online before travel, for stays of up to 90 days.
Map: Australia’s 3 missions in Japan
Map: Australia’s 3 missions in Japan
Australian Embassy in Tokyo
The Australian embassy is in Tokyo, the capital of Japan. Its website is linked on its page.
Australian consulates in Japan
Australia also has a consulate general in Osaka and a consulate in Sapporo; a consulate does consular work for a region: passports, certificates and help for nationals in difficulty.
Australia visa for Japanese citizens
JapanAustralia Electronic travel authorisation (ETA) Australia visa for citizens of Japan
AustraliaJapan Visa-free, 90 days Japan visa for citizens of Australia
Australia visa requirements for citizens of Japan
- Electronic Travel Authority (subclass 601) and eVisitor (subclass 651)
- Fee: A$20
- 1 required document
checked 22 October 2026
Japanese citizens do not need a visa for Australia, but they need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) before departure; it covers stays of up to 90 days. The application is made online on the official portal of Australia, not at the Australian embassy.
Japan’s missions in Australia
Missions of Japan in Australia (8)
In return, Japan has 8 missions in Australia, including its embassy in Canberra.
Good to know
Australia in Japan
Worldwide, Australia has 127 missions in 90 countries; 3 of them are in Japan.
Travel to Japan for Australian citizens
Japan admits Australian citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days. In Japan, Australian citizens can turn to the Australian embassy for passports and emergency help.
When Australian missions in Japan are closed
Australian missions in Japan close on Japan’s public holidays, the next being Labour Thanksgiving Day on Monday 23 November 2026, New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027 and Coming of Age Day on Monday 11 January 2027, and usually on some holidays of Australia, such as Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Australian embassy in Japan?
The Australian embassy is in Tokyo.
Does Australia have consulates in Japan?
Yes, Australia has a consulate general in Osaka and a consulate in Sapporo.
Do Japanese citizens need a visa for Australia?
Before flying to Australia, Japanese citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 90 days are allowed.
Do Australian citizens need a visa for Japan?
Japan admits Australian citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
Does Japan have an embassy in Australia?
Yes, Japan has its embassy in Canberra, along with 7 other missions in Australia.