Puerto Rican visa for Japanese citizens
A visa is NOT required for Japanese passport holders visiting Puerto Rico for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Japanese citizens to enter Puerto Rico for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Puerto Rico e-visa for Japanese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Puerto Rico visa on arrival for Japanese citizens | Not Available | |
Puerto Rico tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Japanese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Puerto Rico.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Puerto Rico.
If you are looking for Puerto Rico 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 Puerto Rico nearest your place of residence.
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Japan traveling to Puerto Rico from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Japan) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 250,458 | N/A |
| 2009 | 214,534 | -14.34% |
| 2010 | 214,736 | 0.09% |
| 2011 | 205,435 | -4.33% |
| 2012 | 206,851 | 0.69% |
| 2013 | 213,793 | 3.36% |
| 2014 | 218,780 | 2.33% |
| 2015 | 238,731 | 9.12% |
| 2016 | 251,806 | 5.48% |
| 2017 | 236,776 | -5.97% |
| 2018 | 206,783 | -12.67% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Puerto Rico & Japan comparison
Puerto Rico's area is approximately 8,870 km2 (3,424 sq mi), while the area of Japan is approximately 364,555 km2 (140,755 sq mi). This means Japan is 41.10 times bigger than Puerto Rico.
As of November 2025, Puerto Rico's population is ~2.5 million people - 122,071,777 fewer people than the population of Japan.
We have highlighted Puerto Rico & Japan’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Puerto Rico | Japan | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 2,507,537 | 124,579,314 | 122.1 million fewer people live in Puerto Rico than Japan |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 0 | 247 | Puerto Rico has 247 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Japan. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 8 | 142 | Puerto Rico passport holders visit 134 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 23 | 421 | Puerto Rican hosts 398 fewer foreign missions than Japan. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Japan travel to Puerto Rico in one year?
The number of visitors from Japan visiting Puerto Rico in 2018 was approximately 206,783.
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Useful Information
- San Juan to Tokyo: 20512.71 km (12746.01 mi)
- Travel time: 42 hours 44 minutes
This page was last updated on: November 2025