FAQ
Note: This information is designed as a guide only and does not contain detailed information. If you require further explanation, please contact the Embassy of Japan or one of the Consulates-General of Japan. This information is for Australian citizens.
Q. As an Australian citizen with an Australian passport, do I require a tourist visa to enter Japan?
A. No. Australians who enter Japan as tourists may stay for up to ninety days as long as they hold an Australian passport which remains valid during their stay and do not receive any income while in Japan.
Q. I would like to work in Japan . How can I get a visa to work in Japan?
A. In order to get a visa to work in Japan, you must first find a potential employer who is willing to act as your sponsor and arrange for your Certificate of Eligibility. If you then qualify for a visa, one will be issued by an overseas Japanese diplomatic mission.
Q. Once I am in Japan , can I change my entry status? For example, can I change from a tourist to a work visa?
A. No. Once you are in Japan you cannot in principle change your visa. If you want to work in Japan you must obtain a working visa from a Japanese diplomatic mission in Australia or a third country.