Visa status shapes how you sell Japan to each market — and getting it right up front prevents painful surprises. This is an orientation for agents; always confirm current rules with the official source for your client's nationality before travel.
## The broad picture - Visa-exempt short stays apply to many markets (much of Europe, North America, Australia and parts of Asia) for tourism — typically up to 90 days, but terms vary by nationality. - Visa-required markets (including several South Asian, Middle Eastern, CIS and African source markets) need a tourist visa arranged in advance, often with supporting documents. - Rules and digital-entry systems change — never quote a visa status from memory.
We tailor handling by source market — see the per-country "Japan DMC in [country]" pages for market-specific context.
## Where a DMC helps - Supporting documentation — confirmed itineraries, hotel vouchers and invitation/booking letters that visa applications often require. - Group documentation — consolidated paperwork for GIT series and MICE manifests. - Honest advice on lead times so applications don't derail a departure.
This complements our group travel and FIT programs.
## How agents use this - Check visa status first when scoping a new market. - Build in lead time for visa-required clients. - Ask us for itinerary and hotel documentation to support applications.
We don't issue visas, but we provide the ground documentation that supports them. Reach b2b@explera.jp or +66 93 656 8090, or the B2B portal. IATA 96215733, JATA member. Always verify current requirements officially before travel.
