JapanGabon: Visa required

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Do Japan passport holders need a visa for Gabon?

Visa required

Yes. Japan passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Gabon.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: dgdi.ga (checked July 15, 2024).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-14

Distance13,504 km, straight line (~16h 23m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Gabon41 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Gabon passport holders visiting Japan: Visa required.

Gabon drives on the right, the opposite side to Japan. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

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Frequently asked questions

Do Japan passport holders need a visa for Gabon?

Yes. Japan passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Gabon.

How far is Gabon from Japan?

About 13,504 km in a straight line, roughly ~16h 23m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Gabon?

Central African CFA franc (XAF).

What is the emergency number in Gabon?

1300 / 1722 / 18.

Does Gabon drive on the same side of the road as Japan?

Gabon drives on the right, the opposite side to Japan. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

What time zone is Gabon in?

Libreville (UTC+1).

What is the nearest airport to Libreville?

Libreville Leon M'ba International Airport (LBV), about 9 km away.

How many countries can enter Gabon without a visa?

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

What nearby countries can Japan passport holders visit without a visa instead of Gabon?

São Tomé and Príncipe, Angola, Burundi, Rwanda, Liberia.

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 ≈ 158.45 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	9.9°C	2.7°C	137mm	193h
February	11.4°C	2.5°C	38mm	248h
March	14°C	5°C	133mm	234h
April	16°C	7.7°C	177mm	281h
May	22.1°C	15.3°C	130mm	258h
June	25.9°C	19.7°C	199mm	239h
July	26.8°C	22.3°C	340mm	127h
August	31.8°C	25.1°C	44mm	372h
September	27.2°C	22.1°C	145mm	209h
October	20.3°C	14°C	240mm	188h
November	17.1°C	8.8°C	39mm	238h
December	11.1°C	2.4°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

September 21, 2026敬老の日

September 23, 2026秋分の日

October 12, 2026スポーツの日

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About Gabon

Gabon, officially the Gabonese Republic, is a country on the Atlantic coast of Central Africa, lying on the equator. It is bordered by Equatorial Guinea to the northwest, Cameroon to the north, the Republic of the Congo to the east and south, while sharing a maritime border with São Tomé and Príncipe to the west in the Gulf of Guinea. It has an area of 270,000 square kilometres (100,000 sq mi) and a population of 2.6 million people. There are coastal plains, mountains, and savanna in the east. Libreville is the capital and largest city; other major cities include Port-Gentil and Franceville.

CapitalLibreville

RegionMiddle Africa

Population2.6M

Area267,668 km²

CurrencyCentral African CFA franc (1 USD ≈ 586.73 XAF)

LanguagesFrench

Calling code+241

Drives on theright

TimezoneLibreville (UTC+1)

Nearest airportLibreville Leon M'ba International Airport (LBV), 9 km

Emergency number1300 / 1722 / 18

UNESCO sites2

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$8,263 (2025)

Tourist arrivals526K (2005)

Climate in Libreville

Warmest March, coolest July, driest July, sunniest January. Best time to visit: January, March, June, July, August, September, December.

Monthly climate normals for Libreville, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	29.2°C	24.9°C	243mm	281h
February	29.6°C	24.9°C	302mm	253h
March	29.7°C	25.2°C	289mm	243h
April	29.3°C	24.7°C	475mm	220h
May	28.8°C	24.9°C	303mm	246h
June	27.5°C	24°C	109mm	250h
July	26.9°C	23.5°C	43mm	242h
August	27°C	23.5°C	127mm	244h
September	27.1°C	23.7°C	99mm	259h
October	27.4°C	24°C	433mm	228h
November	27.7°C	23.9°C	371mm	231h
December	28°C	24.2°C	289mm	268h

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

Gabon is a country in Central Africa with an array of landscapes and wildlife in its 13 national parks.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Ecosystem and Relict Cultural Landscape of Lopé-Okanda
Ivindo National Park

Upcoming public holidays

November 1, 2026All Saints' Day

December 25, 2026Božić

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

Full source list on About.