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Visa requirements · updated Aug 2026

Do Japan citizens need a visa for Central African Republic?

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Japan citizens need a visa to enter Central African Republic. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.

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Japan vs Central African Republic: passport comparison

Japan

116

visa-free countries

Global rank: #24 · mobility 168.8

Central African Republic

21

visa-free countries

Global rank: #172 · mobility 74.5
11

countries both Japan and Central African Republic can enter visa-free together

Japan + Central African Republic: passport compatibility

28%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Japan and Central African Republic travel together — by entry type:

11 both visa-free
19 both visa on arrival
15 both e-visa / eTA
11 both need a visa
141 access differs

Where Japan and Central African Republic can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (11)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Only Central African Republic is visa-free (10)

How the entry rule changed: Japan → Central African Republic

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The Japan → Central African Republic rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

2rule changes for the Japan passport, 1 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

Where else Japan goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Central African Republic

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa

Obtained at the embassy in advance

Frequently asked

Do Japan citizens need a visa for Central African Republic?
Japan citizens need a visa to enter Central African Republic. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Japan or Central African Republic?
The Japan passport is stronger: 116 visa-free countries versus 21. Global rank: Japan #24, Central African Republic #172.
Where can Japan and Central African Republic citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 11 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Central African Republic?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus a visa obtained from the embassy in advance. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Japan and Central African Republic?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Aug 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

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