Iranian visa for Japanese citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Japanese passport holders visiting Iran for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Japanese citizens to enter Iran for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Iran e-visa for Japanese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Iran visa on arrival for Japanese citizens | Eligible | |
Iran tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Japanese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Iran.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Iran.
If you are looking for Iran visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Japan, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Iran nearest your place of residence.
- Tokyo: The Embassy of Iran in Tokyo, Japan (Working hours: Close now)
Iran visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Iran diplomatic mission offices to Japan for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Japan traveling to Iran from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Japan) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 137,092 | N/A |
| 2009 | 142,618 | 4.03% |
| 2010 | 198,021 | 38.85% |
| 2011 | 226,060 | 14.16% |
| 2012 | 258,412 | 14.31% |
| 2013 | 321,431 | 24.39% |
| 2014 | 334,843 | 4.17% |
| 2015 | 352,974 | 5.41% |
| 2016 | 333,091 | -5.63% |
| 2017 | 328,036 | -1.52% |
| 2018 | 491,683 | 49.89% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Iran & Japan comparison
Iran's area is approximately 1,628,550 km2 (628,786 sq mi), while the area of Japan is approximately 364,555 km2 (140,755 sq mi). This means Japan is 4.47 times smaller than Iran.
As of October 2025, Iran's population is ~89.5 million people - 35,126,824 fewer people than the population of Japan.
We have highlighted Iran & Japan’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Iran | Japan | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 89,452,490 | 124,579,314 | 35.1 million fewer people live in Iran than Japan |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 61 | 247 | Iran has 186 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Japan. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 12 | 142 | Iran passport holders visit 130 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 83 | 421 | Iranian hosts 338 fewer foreign missions than Japan. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Japan travel to Iran in one year?
The number of visitors from Japan visiting Iran in 2018 was approximately 491,683.
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Useful Information
- Tehran to Tokyo: 8464.92 km (5259.85 mi)
- Travel time: 17 hours 38 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025