• Please note that all information given here is of a general nature. Application procedures vary according to nationality and purpose of journey to Japan. It may be that when an applicant applies for a visa, s/he is asked to provide documents which have not been mentioned here.

• To avoid confusion, please contact the consular section directly to confirm the application procedure. Please note the Consular Section does not accept enquiry by email at this moment.

• Consular Section is open from 8:30-12:30 and 14:00-16:30, Monday to Friday except South African and some Japanese national holidays.

• It is advisable to telephone in advance if it is unclear whether the Consular Section will be open or not.

• Visa applicants living in the Cape area should apply to the Consular Office of Japan in Cape Town. Please contact them directly to confirm the application procedure.

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