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Japan visa for Thai citizens
Entry requirement
Japan admits Thai citizens without a visa for stays of up to 15 days.
- Maximum stay
- 15 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at th.emb-japan.go.jp
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Japanese citizens travelling to Thailand
JapanThailand Visa-free, 60 days Thailand visa for citizens of Japan
Travel advice for Japan
- US State Department Level 1: Exercise normal precautions
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office Partial travel warning for parts of the country (Teilreisewarnung)
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Thai citizens planning a trip to Japan can compare how foreign ministries rate it: the US State Department rates Japan at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 14 May 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Japan (updated 28 August 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a partial travel warning (Teilreisewarnung) for parts of Japan (updated 13 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Thai citizens can stay in Japan
Thai citizens may stay in Japan for up to 15 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Japan.
Japanese citizens travelling to Thailand
Japanese citizens can visit Thailand without a visa for up to 60 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Thailand and Japan.
Frequently asked questions
Do Thai citizens need a visa for Japan?
Japan admits Thai citizens without a visa for stays of up to 15 days.
How long can Thai citizens stay in Japan?
Thai citizens can stay in Japan for up to 15 days.
Do Japanese citizens need a visa for Thailand?
Japanese citizens can visit Thailand without a visa for up to 60 days.
Can Thai citizens enter Japan visa-free?
Yes, Thai citizens can enter Japan without a visa and stay for up to 15 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.