Japan's Digital Nomad visa, in plain English

Japan's Digital Nomad status lets eligible remote workers stay for up to six months, with no extension. These pages cover the income test, insurance, countries, documents and fees, checked against official sources. They are not legal advice, so confirm your case with a Japanese embassy or consulate.

Free tools and databases

• Japan Digital Nomad visa consulate databaseCompare 43 notes from 15 Japanese embassies and consulates on residence proof, passport pages, processing time, insurance and fees, read on each office's own page.
• Japan Digital Nomad visa country databaseSearch 81 countries and regions: 51 on the digital nomad chart, 22 more for family only, and 8 on neither. Check with the consulate before you apply.
• Japan Digital Nomad visa income calculatorEnter your income, currency and your own exchange rate to compare it with Japan's 10 million yen line. An estimate only. Check with the consulate.
• Japan Digital Nomad visa stay calculatorEnter your entry date to estimate your six-month end date, your day count against 183, the wait before a second stay and when to apply.

Guides

• Can you work remotely in Japan on a tourist visa?No official rule clearly says yes. See what Japan's law, visa notices and a Cabinet Office chart say about remote work on a Temporary Visitor stay.
• Can you open a Japanese bank account on a tourist or Digital Nomad stay?Banks we checked ask for a residence card, and Digital Nomad holders get none. See what Japan Post, MUFG and SMBC Trust say, plus ATM and SIM notes.
• How do you fill in the activity plan for Japan's Digital Nomad visa?The activity plan states your dates, cities and remote work in Japan. See each field on the official form, what offices add, and a worked example.
• What documents and fees does the Japan Digital Nomad visa need?Documents for Japan's Digital Nomad visa, the general visa fee from July 1, 2026, and what we could not confirm. The list varies by embassy or consulate.
• Which countries are eligible for Japan's Digital Nomad visa?The official chart lists 51 countries and regions for digital nomads and 73 for a spouse or child. See the full list from Japan's Immigration Services Agency.
• Japan Digital Nomad visa for Canadians: offices, fee and incomeCanada is on the official chart and Canadian citizens pay no visa fee. See which office covers your province, Toronto's rules and income in Canadian dollars.
• Can Indians and Filipinos get Japan's Digital Nomad visa?India and the Philippines are not on the official chart, for applicants or family. See why, how nationality is judged, and which other routes to check.
• Japan Digital Nomad visa for UK citizens: fee, office and incomeThe UK is on the official chart, but British citizens are not on the embassy's free list. See the 77 pound fee, London or Edinburgh, and income in pounds.
• Japan Digital Nomad visa for US citizens: what changes by consulateUS citizens are on the official list and pay no visa fee, but rules vary by consulate. Compare service areas, proof of residence and passport pages.
• How do freelancers prove the 10 million yen income for Japan's Digital Nomad visa?Freelancers are tested on profit after expenses, not contract value. See 10 million yen in five currencies, worked examples and documents to prepare.
• What insurance does the Japan Digital Nomad visa require?Japan requires insurance covering death, injury and illness with at least 10 million yen for treatment. See the exact rule and SafetyWing's terms. Qualification is not confirmed.
• How long does the Japan Digital Nomad visa take?Offices show about 10 working days at Brisbane and up to two months at Los Angeles and Portland. Use this step-by-step timeline to plan your application dates.
• What happens if your Japan Digital Nomad visa is rejected?Offices do not give the reason for a visa rejection, and generally refuse a new application for the same purpose for six months. See the official text.
• What are the Japan Digital Nomad visa requirements?Japan's Digital Nomad status allows up to six months for eligible nationals with 10 million yen annual income and private medical insurance. See the official rules.
• Can a spouse or child come with you on Japan's Digital Nomad visa?A supported spouse or child can join a digital nomad in Japan. They need their own insurance and an eligible nationality, but cannot work. See the rules.
• Do you pay tax in Japan on a Digital Nomad stay?Pay for work in Japan may be exempt under a tax treaty if you stay 183 days or less. A six-month stay can reach 184 days. See the official rules.
• Japan Digital Nomad visa vs Long Stay for sightseeing: which fits?Digital Nomad tests income of 10 million yen. Long Stay tests savings above 30 million yen. Compare stay length, family rules and remote work.
• Japan Digital Nomad visa vs working holiday visaA working holiday is for people 18 to 30 on a holiday, with work on the side. Digital Nomad is for high earners working remotely. See the differences.
• Where do you apply for Japan's Digital Nomad visa?Apply at the Japanese embassy or consulate covering where you live. See what offices say about third countries, visitors and the Certificate of Eligibility.
• Can you renew Japan's Digital Nomad visa?Japan's Digital Nomad stay cannot be renewed. Once six months have passed after you leave, you can re-enter with the same status. See the official text.
• Can you stay in Japan for six months without a visa?Seven nationalities have visa arrangements of up to six months, but you get 90 days first and must extend. See the list, and how it differs from Digital Nomad.

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