Visa (Transit)

2023/3/17

This page is for person(s) who will pass through Japan's Customs and Immigration area as their flights transit through Japan.

  • U.S. citizens or foreign nationals of Visa Exemption countries are not required to obtain a visa for transit purpose (See "the list of visa exemption countries and regions").
  • Please contact your airline(s) whether you go through the Customs and Immigration area at the transferring airport; If yes, you most likely need a transit visa, if not, you do not need a transit visa.
  • The Consulate General of Japan in Atlanta may require you to obtain a short-term visa instead of a transit visa depending on your purpose to visit Japan. (You MUST apply for a short-term visit visa if you visit your family or friends in Japan even if your stay is within 24 hours.)

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Please Note
  • The Consulate General of Japan in Atlanta reserves the right to request additional documents if deemed necessary.
  • The Consulate General of Japan in Atlanta will not make copies.
Application Form Visa Application Form

Signed by the applicant (Form / Sample)

 Original
Passport Valid Passport

with at least 1.5 blank pages left

 Original
Photo One 2”x 2” Photo
  • Must be taken in front of a plain background and within the past 6 months
  • Do NOT use filters
  • Passport type photo only (We do not accept photos on regular printer paper) 

Use GLUE ONLY to attach the photo to the application, please do not staple or tape.

 Original
U.S. Visa U.S. Visa or Permanent Resident Card For Non-U.S. Citizen
  • Permanent Resident (Green Card, Advanced Parole, or I-551)
  • H1B or L1 visa with I-797 & I-94
  • F-1 visa with I-20 form (need a valid signature to travel) & I-94
  • J-1 visa with DS-2019 form &1-94
  • Employment Authorization Card (if applicable)

Please note: The Consulate General of Japan in Atlanta does NOT accept any applications from B-1 and B-2 U.S. visa holders.

 Original & 1 Copy
Proof of Residency Proof of Residency

E.g., Driver’s license card, State ID card, or Utility Bill

 1 Copy
Visa For Destination After Japan Visa for the destination after Japan

This must already be in the passport at the time of application.

 Original & 1 Copy
Flight Itinerary Flight Itinerary
  • Must include the applicant’s name
  • The dates must match those on your schedule of the day
  • Must include the entire trip (both departing from the U.S. and returning to the U.S.)
*The Consulate General of Japan in Atlanta is NOT responsible for tickets which may be unusable due to the delay or denial of a visa.		 1 Copy
 

ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR STAYING AT HOTEL IN JAPAN

 
Hotel Confirmation Hotel Confirmation Original

PROCEDURE INFORMATION

Please see our main Visiting Japan / Visa page.


Visa Main Page

Recommended Information

Japan Official Travel Guide
  • Mailing Address
    ATTN: Visa Section
    Consulate General of Japan in Atlanta
    Phipps Tower Suite 850
    3438 Peachtree Road NE
    Atlanta, GA 30326

    Contact Information
    (404) 240-4300 ext. 3031
    ryoji@aa.mofa.go.jp
    M-F 9:00am- 5:00pm
  • Japan Visa Information Hotline[24 hour/7 days]
    (English available)
    +1 888-671-4583
    1-888-704-4459 Domestic call
    Fees apply

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