Japanese visa for Spanish citizens
A visa is NOT required for Spanish passport holders visiting Japan for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Spanish citizens to enter Japan for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Japan e-visa for Spanish citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Japan visa on arrival for Spanish citizens | Not Available | |
Japan tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Spanish passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Japan.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Japan.
If you are looking for Japan visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Spain, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Japan nearest your place of residence.
- Madrid: The Embassy of Japan in Madrid, Spain (Working hours: Close now)
- Las Palmas de Gran Canaria: The Consulate of Japan in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain (Working hours: Close now)
- Barcelona: The Consulate General of Japan in Barcelona, Spain (Working hours: Close now)
Japan visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Japan diplomatic mission offices to Spain for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Spain traveling to Japan from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Spain) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 157,834 | N/A |
| 2009 | 128,331 | -18.69% |
| 2010 | 162,748 | 26.82% |
| 2011 | 117,539 | -27.78% |
| 2012 | 157,966 | 34.39% |
| 2013 | 195,880 | 24.00% |
| 2014 | 253,506 | 29.42% |
| 2015 | 373,029 | 47.15% |
| 2016 | 454,356 | 21.80% |
| 2017 | 542,260 | 19.35% |
| 2018 | 589,529 | 8.72% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Japan & Spain comparison
Japan's area is approximately 364,555 km2 (140,755 sq mi), while the area of Spain is approximately 498,800 km2 (192,587 sq mi). This means Spain is 36.82% larger than Japan.
As of April 2024, Japan's population is ~125.0 million people - 78,129,158 more people than the population of Spain.
We have highlighted Japan & Spain’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Japan | Spain | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 124,958,743 | 46,829,585 | 78.1 million more people live in Japan than Spain |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 247 | 215 | Japan has 32 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Spain. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 142 | 144 | Japan passport holders visit 2 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 421 | 492 | Japanese hosts 71 fewer foreign missions than Spain. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Spain travel to Japan in one year?
The number of visitors from Spain visiting Japan in 2018 was approximately 589,529.
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