Visiting Japan

Applying In-Person

In order to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), Consular Section has modified several operations and services.

• Visitors will be subject to a thermal imaging check at the entry of the consulate. Those with a fever will not be allowed to enter the Consulate.
• Visa Application drop-off & Passport Pick-up: 9:00am to 12:30pm / 1:30pm to 4:00pm (No appointment required.)
• All other Consular Services: Appointment required. Please contact the Consular Department at (404) 240 4300 or at ryoji@aa.mofa.go.jp to schedule an appointment.
  • Extension for Japanese Passport services: 3033
  • Extension for Japanese Citizenship services: 3032
  • Extension for Other Documentation services: 3029 / 3032

We are anticipating longer than usual wait times at the consular office. Longer wait times are also expected when contacting us by phone or email, therefore, please also consider contacting the Japan Visa Information Hotline (available 24/7) if your visa-related matter is urgent.

Our window is open Monday thru Friday except during office holidays. Please click here for directions to our location.

Applying by Mail

In addition to your visa application documents, if applying by mail, please also include the following:

1. Release of Liability Form
2. Proof of Residence (such as copy of Applicant's Driver's License/ID card or utility bill etc. showing current address)
3. A pre-paid self-addressed for Certified, Priority, and Express Mail (USPS) or a prepaid mailing label with an envelope for UPS Express must be submitted for return.
   (*Your name and address must be both sender and recipient on the return envelope.)

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

NOTE: We only ship to addresses within our jurisdiction (Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina). The Consulate General of Japan in Atlanta is not responsible for your passport in case of its loss when sending through the mailing service for return.

Processing Time

In general, it takes 5 business days to issue a visa. We do NOT have expedited services.

*The Consulate recommends applying for a visa 1.5 months prior to your departure date, but no earlier than 3 months prior to your departure.

Visa Fees

Single Entry Visa: 28 USD Double and Multiple Entry Visa: 56 USD Transit Visa (Including Double Entry Transit): 6 USD Indian Passport Holder Fees: 8 USD (for Single,Double, Multiple Entry); 1USD (for Single and Double Transit) Extension of Re-entry Permit: 28 USD *US citizens are exempt from visa fees. (Some countries are also exempted from visa fees. Please check the visa fee exempt countries list to find out if your visa fee is waived. ) * Payment is due at the time of PICK-UP. * We accept CASH only (Please prepare cash in the exact amount). We DO NOT accept personal checks and credit cards.

Information on Border Measures

COVID-19 Mitigation Requirements to Enter Japan

ALL entrants (including people from visa waiver countries and regions) are still required to upload either a pre-departure COVID-19 test result or a valid vaccine certificate through Visit Japan Web. Fast Track/My SOS system has been integrated into Visit Japan Web. There are no quarantine requirements after entering Japan.

Visit Japan Web:

Additional Information:

• Border Control Measures Japan
• Frequently asked questions
• COVID-19 Negative Test Result Certificate before departure
• Valid vaccination certificate  
• FAQ for the Certificate of testing for COVID-19 and vaccination certificate 
• List of Local Travel Clinics/Medical Clinics that can issue a Negative Certificate (AL, GA, NC, SC)

COVID-19 Travel Guidelines

Prevention Measures	General Etiquette	Accommodation Dining	Transportation	Sightseeing Shopping
Mask Use	Insurance Before Travel	Insurance After Entrance	If you feel ill	If infected with COVID-19