The Japanese government recently launched a new eVisa system for tourists from 12 countries, including South Africa.
South Africans heading to Japan can now experience a more streamlined way of applying and receiving tourist visas.launched a new eVisa system which simplifies the application process for the single-entry 90-day tourist visa.
The new eVisa is applicable for tourists from 12 countries, including South Africa. The other countries are Australia, Brazil, Cambodia, Canada, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Taiwan, UAE, the UK and the US.“Foreign nationals/people who wish to travel to Japan for tourism for a short-term period can apply for a visa online and receive an electronic visa through the The website also said that the eVisa is available only to those who travel to the country by plane.
“During the application process, the applicant may be requested to appear in person at the Japanese overseas establishment with jurisdiction over the place of the applicant’s residence for an interview.” the website added.Earlier this year, the country also launched a new digital nomad visa that will allow remote workers to live and work in Japan for six months at a time.
Only applicants earning ¥10 million annually from 49 countries with current visa-free entry and double-taxation agreements with Japan will qualify for the visa. Nomads will not be able to renew their visas within Japan and must reapply after leaving the country for six months.
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