Vietnamese visa for Japanese citizens
A visa is NOT required for Japanese passport holders visiting Vietnam for a short-term stay: 45 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Japanese citizens to enter Vietnam for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 45 days |
| Evisa | Vietnam e-visa for Japanese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Vietnam visa on arrival for Japanese citizens | Not Available | |
Vietnam tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Japanese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Vietnam.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Vietnam.
If you are looking for Vietnam 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 Vietnam nearest your place of residence.
- Tokyo: The Embassy of Vietnam in Tokyo, Japan (Working hours: Close now. Open in 8 hours 51 minutes)
- Kushiro: The Honorary Consulate of Vietnam in Kushiro, Japan (Working hours: Close now. Open in 8 hours 51 minutes)
- Nagoya: The Honorary Consulate of Vietnam in Nagoya, Japan (Working hours: Close now. Open in 8 hours 51 minutes)
- Fukuoka: The Consulate General of Vietnam in Fukuoka, Japan (Working hours: Close now. Open in 8 hours 51 minutes)
- Osaka: The Consulate General of Vietnam in Osaka, Japan (Working hours: Close now. Open in 8 hours 51 minutes)
Vietnam visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Vietnam diplomatic mission offices to Japan for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Japan traveling to Vietnam from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Japan) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 462,258 | N/A |
| 2009 | 495,964 | 7.29% |
| 2010 | 476,703 | -3.88% |
| 2011 | 481,519 | 1.01% |
| 2012 | 576,386 | 19.70% |
| 2013 | 604,050 | 4.80% |
| 2014 | 647,956 | 7.27% |
| 2015 | 671,379 | 3.61% |
| 2016 | 740,592 | 10.31% |
| 2017 | 798,119 | 7.77% |
| 2018 | 826,674 | 3.58% |
| 2019 | 951,962 | 15.16% |
| 2020 | 200,346 | -78.95% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Vietnam & Japan comparison
Vietnam's area is approximately 310,070 km2 (119,718 sq mi), while the area of Japan is approximately 364,555 km2 (140,755 sq mi). This means Japan is 17.57% larger than Vietnam.
As of October 2025, Vietnam's population is ~101.8 million people - 22,811,830 fewer people than the population of Japan.
We have highlighted Vietnam & Japan’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Vietnam | Japan | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 101,767,484 | 124,579,314 | 22.8 million fewer people live in Vietnam than Japan |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 96 | 247 | Vietnam has 151 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Japan. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 21 | 142 | Vietnam passport holders visit 121 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 107 | 421 | Vietnamese hosts 314 fewer foreign missions than Japan. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Japan travel to Vietnam in one year?
The number of visitors from Japan visiting Vietnam in 2020 was approximately 200,346.
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| Humidity | 70% | |
| Wind | 4.12 km/h | |
| Sunrise | 04:00 AM | |
Useful Information
- Hanoi to Tokyo: 3726.94 km (2315.82 mi)
- Travel time: 7 hours 45 minutes
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