How to Apply : Japan Visa

In preparation for my upcoming Taiwan Trip, I decided to apply for a Japan visa instead of Taiwan Visa mainly because of few things:

1.) Japan visa is cheaper than Taiwan Visa

2.) Having a valid Japan visa can get you to Taiwan and Turkey via their Visa Exempt and E-Visa.

The following are the requirements for Philippine Passport Holders (Employed):

1. Fully accomplished Application Form

2. Two (2) 2x2 inch photo

3. Original Passport (6 months valid from intended travel dates)

4. NSO Birth Certificate (must be requested same year of application)

5. Original Bank Certificate

6. Daily Schedule (Itinerary) 

7. Photocopy ITR (Income Tax Return - Form 2316)

The following were not indicated but I submitted as well

8. Original COE (Certificate of Employment)

9. I presented the Original ITR for reference purposes only.



I submitted my application via Discovery Tours (Fee: Php 800.00)

Discovery Tours

Address: 301 G/F Sagittarius Bldg., HV Dela Costa St., Salcedo Village, Makati City.
Office Hours: 09:00AM to 12:00NN ,01:00PM - 4:30 (Mon~Fri) and 09:00AM~12:00NN(Sat)

*Note: Direct embassy application were not accepted. Certain case were mentioned in the Embassy's official website