JapanTuvalu: Visa on arrival

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Do Japan passport holders need a visa for Tuvalu?

Visa on arrival

A visa is not required in advance. Japan passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Tuvalu, typically valid for 30 days.

A visa is issued at the border on arrival, usually for a fee, with no advance application.

Source: tuvalu-legislation.tv (checked July 18, 2026).

RequirementVisa on arrival

Maximum stay30 days

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-21

Distance6,420 km, straight line (~8h 3m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Tuvalu242 of 242 nationalities tracked

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

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Frequently asked questions

Do Japan passport holders need a visa for Tuvalu?

A visa is not required in advance. Japan passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Tuvalu, typically valid for 30 days.

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

Up to 30 days, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Tuvalu from Japan?

About 6,420 km in a straight line, roughly ~8h 3m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Tuvalu?

Australian dollar (AUD).

What is the emergency number in Tuvalu?

911.

What time zone is Tuvalu in?

Funafuti (UTC+12).

What is the nearest airport to Funafuti?

Funafuti International Airport (FUN), about 17 km away.

How many countries can enter Tuvalu without a visa?

242 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Tuvalu 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 ≈ 158.13 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

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About Tuvalu

Tuvalu is an archipelagic country in the Polynesian sub-region of Oceania in the Pacific Ocean, about midway between Hawaii and Australia. It lies east-northeast of the Santa Cruz Islands, northeast of Vanuatu, southeast of Nauru, south of Kiribati, west of Tokelau, northwest of Samoa and Wallis and Futuna, and north of Fiji.

CapitalFunafuti

RegionPolynesia

Population9.5K

Area26 km²

CurrencyAustralian dollar, Tuvaluan dollar (1 USD ≈ 1.43 AUD)

LanguagesEnglish, Tuvaluan

Calling code+688

Drives on theleft

TimezoneFunafuti (UTC+12)

Nearest airportFunafuti International Airport (FUN), 17 km

Emergency number911

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$6,041 (2025)

Tourist arrivals3.6K (2019)

Climate in Funafuti

Warmest April, coolest August, driest November, sunniest May. Best time to visit: March, April, May, July, September, October, November.

Monthly climate normals for Funafuti, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	28.8°C	26.9°C	556mm	251h
February	28.6°C	26.8°C	693mm	210h
March	29°C	27°C	180mm	342h
April	29.2°C	27.2°C	196mm	313h
May	29.2°C	27.2°C	143mm	347h
June	28.7°C	26.6°C	399mm	267h
July	28.6°C	26.5°C	202mm	306h
August	28.5°C	26.4°C	283mm	325h
September	28.5°C	26.5°C	210mm	336h
October	28.7°C	26.5°C	186mm	342h
November	29°C	26.9°C	128mm	317h
December	28.9°C	26.6°C	368mm	275h

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

Tuvalu is a group of nine low-lying islands and atolls in the South Pacific that form the fourth smallest country in the world. It is also one of the most isolated and remote independent countries in the world. Since its highest point is 3 metres above sea level, some studies predict that the majority of the land will be regularly inundated by the sea by the end of this century due to climate change. While the nation makes preparations for its possible demise, it still welcomes tourists to its beautiful beaches.

Upcoming public holidays

December 25, 2026Kilisimasi

December 26, 2026Boxing Day

January 1, 2027Tausaga Fou

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