Japan to Introduce JESTA: Key Points for Visitors, Foreign Residents, and Employers
apan is moving toward JESTA, a new electronic travel authorization system for certain visa-exempt short-term visitors. The bill also includes a review of statutory upper limits for immigration-related fees, including change of status, extension of period of stay, and permanent residence. This article explains the practical points visitors, residents, and employers should know.
Japan Visa Cost Comparison: 2026 Fees, Family and Long-Term Costs
Japan’s official visa and residence fees are relatively low compared with many major countries. However, the real cost for foreign nationals includes translations, certificates, professional fees, renewal frequency, and the risk of refusal or reapplication.
Japan Immigration Fees 2026: JPY 200,000 PR Fee, Free Card Renewal and JESTA
Japan’s 2026 immigration fee reform and Cabinet Order proposal explained: proposed JPY 200,000 permanent residence fee, duration-based change and renewal fees, free residence card renewal for existing permanent residents, and the separate JESTA system.
