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Digital Nomad Visa
Updated on Apr 25th, 2024
Key Takeaways
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Japan's Digital Nomad Visa started on Apr 1st, 2024.
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The criteria for obtaining the visa are 1) annual income of 10M JPY+ ,approx 67K USD+, 2) limited 49 countries, including US and Canada, 3) Digital Nomads working at overseas companies, and 4) enrollment in private medical insurance.
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The advantage of obtaining the visa is that you can stay for up to 6 months and be accompanied by a family.
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Visa can be applied for at Japanese Embassy in your present location. It's free but online application is not available.
Criteria
Benefits
Maximum stay :
6 months
Spouse & child can get the visa too!
Application Process
Step 1 : Prepare the following documents
1. Application for Certificate of Eligibility (1 copy)
2. Photo 1 leaf
3. 1 reply envelope
4. Materials explaining the applicant's activity schedule during his/her stay
5. Tax certificate or income certificate issued in the country where the applicant worked
as a document proving annual income
6. Copy of private medical insurance enrollment certificate and terms and conditions
(as appropriate)
Step 2 : Go to the Japanese Embassy in your present location
However, if you're not applying in your home country or region, we advise contacting the Embassy/Consulate General to schedule an appointment beforehand.
Please refer to the following official website for more details.
Pros & Cons
DN VISA
vs
VISA Free
Free!
(No cost to apply for a visa)
Cost
Free 6 months stay, requires VISA RUN after 3 months with airfare.
6 months straight
Term
Term
3 month straight
(visa run enables stays of up to 6 months)
Documents must be submitted to get a visa
Ease
No application process!
(only nations with visa-free agreements)
FAQ
1. Where does the information on this page originate from?
2. What is the full name of the digital nomad visa?
Residence status “Specified Activities” (digital nomads (those staying in Japan for the purpose of international remote work, etc.) and their spouses and children).
3. Why is Japan launching digital nomad visas?
The Japanese government expects that promoting the attraction of digital nomads will lead to economic effects due to increased inbound traffic and the promotion of innovation in Japan through exchanges between digital nomads and Japanese people.
4. Is there a cost to apply for a visa?
It's FREE!
5. Can I apply for a visa online?
Not available.
6. Can the requirement for an annual income of 10 million yen include income from a spouse or child?
No, only those eligible for digital nomads must have an annual income of 10 million yen.
7. Are private health insurance registrations limited to Japanese insurance companies?
No, However, it is confirmed whether injuries or illnesses occurring during the stay in Japan are covered based on the terms and conditions of the insurance policy and the certificate of enrollment.
8. If I stayed in Japan with another status of residence before the digital nomad system started, will that period affect my digital nomad visa?
No. When calculating the length of stay requirements for a digital nomad visa, the period of stay in Japan with another status of residence is not included. However, as a precaution, we recommend that you check when applying to the embassy.
9. Can I get a resident card by getting a digital nomad visa?
Not available.
10. Do I have to pay taxes in Japan?
No, it's unnecessary.
11. Is it possible to sign an outsourcing agreement with a Japanese domestic company while staying in Japan with a digital nomad visa?
Unfortunately, it's not possible at the moment.
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