Japan
Kiribati
Kiribati visa for Japanese citizens
Entry requirement
Japanese citizens do not need a visa for Kiribati: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Citizens of Kiribati travelling to Japan
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Travel advice for Kiribati
- US State Department Level 1: Exercise normal precautions
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
For a trip from Japan to Kiribati, the published travel advice reads as follows: the US State Department rates Kiribati at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 1 December 2024), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Kiribati (updated 19 March 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Kiribati (updated 13 October 2026).
Good to know
How long Japanese citizens can stay in Kiribati
Japanese citizens may stay in Kiribati for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Kiribati.
Citizens of Kiribati travelling to Japan
Citizens of Kiribati need a visa for Japan, obtained before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do Japanese citizens need a visa for Kiribati?
Japanese citizens do not need a visa for Kiribati: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can Japanese citizens stay in Kiribati?
Japanese citizens can stay in Kiribati for up to 90 days.
Do citizens of Kiribati need a visa for Japan?
Citizens of Kiribati need a visa for Japan, obtained before travel.
Can Japanese citizens enter Kiribati visa-free?
Yes, Japanese citizens can enter Kiribati without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.