About Japan Visa applications from the Philippines
Filipino passport holders generally need a visa to visit Japan for tourism, visiting relatives or business. In the Philippines, short-term Japan visa applications are typically lodged through travel agencies accredited by the Embassy of Japan rather than directly by the applicant, and the documents required depend on your purpose of travel, who is funding the trip and whether you have a guarantor in Japan.
Because requirements and submission channels can change, we confirm the current official checklist for your case, help you prepare and review each document, and explain how and where your application will be submitted.
How VisaReady PH helps
- Confirmation of the visa type and current official requirements for your trip
- Application form completion and review
- Itinerary (schedule of stay) preparation
- Review of financial documents and supporting letters
- Guidance for invitation and guarantee documents if you have a host in Japan
- Coordination of submission through the appropriate accredited channel
Documents commonly requested
Requirements depend on your circumstances and are set by the relevant authority. They can change without notice, so we confirm the current official checklist for your case. Commonly requested items include:
- Valid passport and completed visa application form
- Recent photo meeting the embassy's specifications
- PSA birth certificate (and PSA marriage certificate, if applicable)
- Bank certificate and/or statements; ITR if employed or self-employed
- Certificate of employment or proof of business or studies
- Daily itinerary, and invitation documents if visiting relatives or friends
How it works
- Send an inquiry — tell us about your case. Please don't send sensitive documents yet.
- Get a quotation — we confirm the scope, the requirements and our fee in writing.
- Prepare and review — we guide you through each form and document.
- Submit and track — you get clear instructions for appointments, submission and next steps.