JapanCyprus: Visa-free

JapanCyprus

Do Japan passport holders need a visa for Cyprus?

Visa-free

No. Japan passport holders do not need a visa to visit Cyprus for tourism for stays of up to 3 months.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Source: gov.cy (checked December 6, 2025).

RequirementVisa-free

Maximum stay3 months

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance9,059 km, straight line (~11h 9m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Cyprus131 of 242 nationalities tracked

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Frequently asked questions

Do Japan passport holders need a visa for Cyprus?

No. Japan passport holders do not need a visa to visit Cyprus for tourism for stays of up to 3 months.

How long can Japan citizens stay in Cyprus without a visa?

Up to 3 months, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Cyprus from Japan?

About 9,059 km in a straight line, roughly ~11h 9m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Cyprus?

Euro (EUR).

What is the emergency number in Cyprus?

112 / 1400 / 199.

What time zone is Cyprus in?

Nicosia (UTC+3).

What is the nearest airport to Nicosia?

Ercan International Airport (ECN), about 12 km away.

How many countries can enter Cyprus without a visa?

131 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Cyprus visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Japan

Japan is an island country in East Asia. Located in the Pacific Ocean off the northeast coast of the Asian mainland, it is bordered to the west by the Sea of Japan, the Sea of Okhotsk in the north, and the East China Sea in the south. The Japanese archipelago consists of four major islands alongside over 14,000 smaller islands. Japan is divided into 47 administrative prefectures and eight traditional regions, and around 75% of its terrain is mountainous and heavily forested, concentrating its agriculture and highly urbanized population along its eastern coastal plains. With a population of almost 123 million as of 2026, it is the world's 11th most populous country. Tokyo is the country's capital and largest city.

CapitalTokyo

RegionEastern Asia

Population123.4M

Area377,930 km²

CurrencyJapanese yen (1 USD ≈ 158.02 JPY)

LanguagesJapanese

Calling code+81

Drives on theleft

TimezoneTokyo (UTC+9)

Nearest airportTokyo Haneda International Airport (HND), 13 km

Emergency number110 / 118 / 119

UNESCO sites32

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$35,951 (2025)

Tourist arrivals4.1M (2020)

Climate in Tokyo

Warmest August, coolest January, driest December, sunniest August. Best time to visit: May, August.

Monthly climate normals for Tokyo, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	10°C	2.6°C	137mm	193h
February	11.4°C	2.4°C	38mm	248h
March	14°C	4.9°C	132mm	234h
April	16°C	7.6°C	177mm	281h
May	22.1°C	15.2°C	130mm	258h
June	25.9°C	19.7°C	199mm	239h
July	26.8°C	22.2°C	341mm	127h
August	31.8°C	25°C	45mm	372h
September	27.2°C	22°C	144mm	209h
October	20.3°C	13.9°C	240mm	188h
November	17.1°C	8.6°C	39mm	238h
December	11.1°C	2.2°C	20mm	224h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Japan, known as Nihon or Nippon (日本) in Japanese, is an island nation in East Asia. Its insular character has allowed it to develop a unique and very intricate culture, while its closeness to other ancient East Asian cultures, in particular China, has left lasting influence. Despite belonging to a nation long at war, Japan's people have always placed emphasis on inner balance, tranquility and natural beauty. These traditional values have become increasingly important now that Japan has grown to be one of the world's most densely-populated countries, and its legendary work ethic makes life in its cities quite hectic.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Amami-Ōshima Island, Tokunoshima Island, northern part of Okinawa Island, and Iriomote Island
Ancient Capitals of Asuka and Fujiwara
Buddhist Monuments in the Hōryū-ji Area
Fujisan, sacred place and source of artistic inspiration
Gusuku Sites and Related Properties of the Kingdom of Ryukyu
Hidden Christian Sites in the Nagasaki Region
Higashi Kairō
Himeji Castle
Hiraizumi – Temples, Gardens and Archaeological Sites Representing the Buddhist Pure Land
Hiroshima Peace Memorial

Upcoming public holidays

November 3, 2026文化の日

November 23, 2026勤労感謝の日

January 1, 2027元日

Full source list on About.

About Cyprus

Cyprus, officially the Republic of Cyprus, is an island country in the eastern Mediterranean Sea, located off the coast of the Levant mainland in West Asia. The island of Cyprus, which is the third largest and third most populous island in the Mediterranean, is divided along the United Nations Buffer Zone between the internationally recognised Republic of Cyprus and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, which is recognised only by Turkey. The south of the island also hosts the British sovereign military bases of Akrotiri and Dhekelia. The capital and largest city of Cyprus is Nicosia.

CapitalNicosia

RegionSouthern Europe

Population1.4M

Area9,251 km²

CurrencyEuro (1 USD ≈ 0.89 EUR)

LanguagesGreek, Turkish

Calling code+357

Drives on theleft

TimezoneNicosia (UTC+3)

Nearest airportErcan International Airport (ECN), 12 km

Emergency number112 / 1400 / 199

UNESCO sites3

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$41,783 (2025)

Tourist arrivals4.1M (2019)

Climate in Nicosia

Warmest July, coolest January, driest July, sunniest July. Best time to visit: May, June, September, October.

Monthly climate normals for Nicosia, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	14.2°C	6°C	51mm	221h
February	15.3°C	6.7°C	45mm	220h
March	19.2°C	9.1°C	37mm	303h
April	23.5°C	11.7°C	49mm	337h
May	29.7°C	16.5°C	19mm	391h
June	33°C	18.8°C	4mm	411h
July	38.3°C	22.9°C	0mm	431h
August	37.9°C	23.2°C	1mm	397h
September	36.6°C	22.5°C	1mm	349h
October	31.2°C	18.5°C	1mm	331h
November	21.4°C	12.9°C	83mm	251h
December	18°C	9.5°C	45mm	250h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Cyprus is an island in the eastern Mediterranean Sea, south of Turkey. It is one of the world’s oldest civilisations, with a history of over 11,000 years. Cyprus offers lots of archaeological sites, hiking trails through cedar forests, kilometres and kilometres of gorgeous beaches, and 300 days of sun a year.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Khirokitia
Painted Churches in the Troödos Region
Paphos

Upcoming public holidays

October 28, 2026Το Όχι

December 24, 2026Παραμονή Χριστουγέννων

December 25, 2026Χριστούγεννα

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