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VISA SERVICES
General Information

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ESTA System Maintenance
Due to system maintenance, ESTA application will NOT be available between 9:00a.m. - 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 2. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

DHS is implementing pre-travel authorization for U.S.-bound travelers from Visa Waiver countries. See here for details.

Please note: 　 ESTA is free!
ESTA Advisory Statement

U.S. Embassy Tokyo will be CLOSED for all visa services on the afternoon of Thursday, July 2, 2009.

NOTICE: Time Change
Effective Monday, July 6, 2009, opening hour of the following visa windows will be changed:

Window #9: Dip/Off/Airline Crew
Tue - Thu: 14:00pm - 15:00pm

Windor #10: Courier
Mon - Fri: 14:30pm - 15:00pm

Upcoming Holidays
  • July 3 (Fri)
  • July 20 (Mon)

A Customer Service Statement to Visa Applicants

Important Notices

Nonimmigrant Visas:
Visas for persons wishing to travel temporarily for business, tourism, or study in the U.S.

Immigrant Visas:
Visas for persons wishing to reside permanently in the U.S.

Frequently Asked Questions:
Most of the answers to general questions on non-immigrant and immigrant visa procedures can be found in our FAQ section.

A-Z List of Visa Services

Maps:

Issuance of Visas

No assurance regarding the issuance of visas can be given in advance. Final travel plans or the purchase of non-refundable air tickets should not be made until you have been approved and have received your visa.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the quality and accuracy of the visa information contained in this website, all content is subject to change without notice. The Embassy makes no warranty, express or implied concerning the information provided.

Every application for a visa is based on its own merits. Our website is only able to provide general information regarding visa types and application processes. Visa application instructions clearly state that there is no guarantee that you will be issued a visa for travel to the United States if you should choose to apply.