Palauan visa for Japanese citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Japanese passport holders visiting Palau 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 Palau for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Palau e-visa for Japanese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Palau visa on arrival for Japanese citizens | Eligible | |
Palau tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Japanese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Palau.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Palau.
If you are looking for Palau 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 Palau nearest your place of residence.
- Tokyo: The Embassy of Palau in Tokyo, Japan (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 30 minutes)
- Yokohama: The Honorary Consulate General of Palau in Yokohama, Japan (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 30 minutes)
- Mishima: The Honorary Consulate General of Palau in Mishima, Japan (Working hours: Close now)
Palau visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Palau diplomatic mission offices to Japan for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Japan traveling to Palau from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Japan) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 5,459 | N/A |
| 2009 | 4,785 | -12.35% |
| 2010 | 5,729 | 19.73% |
| 2011 | 7,481 | 30.58% |
| 2012 | 8,088 | 8.11% |
| 2013 | 7,279 | -10.00% |
| 2014 | 9,436 | 29.63% |
| 2015 | 10,919 | 15.72% |
| 2016 | 9,301 | -14.82% |
| 2017 | 8,290 | -10.87% |
| 2018 | 7,144 | -13.82% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Palau & Japan comparison
Palau's area is approximately 460 km2 (177 sq mi), while the area of Japan is approximately 364,555 km2 (140,755 sq mi). This means Japan is 792.51 times bigger than Palau.
As of October 2025, Palau's population is ~18528 people - 124,560,786 fewer people than the population of Japan.
We have highlighted Palau & Japan’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Palau | Japan | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 18,528 | 124,579,314 | 124.6 million fewer people live in Palau than Japan |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 8 | 247 | Palau has 239 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Japan. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 82 | 142 | Palau passport holders visit 60 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 9 | 421 | Palauan hosts 412 fewer foreign missions than Japan. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Japan travel to Palau in one year?
The number of visitors from Japan visiting Palau in 2018 was approximately 7,144.
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