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Visa requirements · updated Aug 2026

Do Turkey citizens need a visa for Japan?

Visa-free · 90 days

Citizens of Turkey can visit Japan visa-free for up to 90 days. Just a valid passport at the border.

VISAXSAug 2026
Visa-free
Turkey → Japan
90days

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Turkey vs Japan: passport comparison

Turkey

70

visa-free countries

Global rank: #94 · mobility 122.7

Japan

116

visa-free countries

Global rank: #24 · mobility 168.8
63

countries both Turkey and Japan can enter visa-free together

Turkey + Japan: passport compatibility

64%

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

Where Turkey and Japan travel together — by entry type:

63 both visa-free
30 both visa on arrival
20 both e-visa / eTA
13 both need a visa
71 access differs

Where Turkey and Japan 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 (63)

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How the entry rule changed: Turkey → Japan

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

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

4passports gained easier entry to Japan
0passports saw Japan tighten its rules
3rule changes for the Turkey passport, 2 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 →

Japan: good to know

Tokyo

Capital

Japanese Yen (JPY)

Currency

Japan Standard Time (UTC+9)

Time zone

+81

Calling code

A, B

Power plug

100V / 50–60Hz

Voltage

Left-hand

Driving side

Where else Turkey goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Japan

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

Up to 90 days

No visa needed for the stay

Frequently asked

Do Turkey citizens need a visa for Japan?
Citizens of Turkey can visit Japan visa-free for up to 90 days. Just a valid passport at the border.
How long can Turkey citizens stay in Japan without a visa?
Turkey passport holders are allowed to stay up to 90 days per visit.
Which passport is stronger — Turkey or Japan?
The Japan passport is stronger: 116 visa-free countries versus 70. Global rank: Turkey #94, Japan #24.
Where can Turkey and Japan citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 63 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Japan?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Turkey and Japan?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Aug 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Turkey passport ranking

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