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United States visa requirements for Japan citizens
Updated 2026-07-04 · verified against the Passport Index dataset
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eTA required
Japan citizens need an electronic travel authorization (eTA), not a visa for United States.
Entry details
Holders of a Japan passport need an electronic travel authorization (eTA), not a visa when visiting United States. The Japan passport currently ranks #12 among the world's top 100 with 164 destinations accessible visa-free or with visa on arrival / eTA.
In the opposite direction: United States citizens travelling to Japan — visa-free for up to 90 days.
How to get the eTA
🏛️ Official government option
Official US visitor visa info (travel.state.gov) · fee: $185. Applying directly through the government portal is always the cheapest option.
Apply on the official portal →🧳 Before you travel: Japan → United States
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