Temporary Visitor Visa (Multiple) for Business

This category is for those who will go to Japan for business. Eligibility and required documents depend on the nationality of the applicant. This category excludes profit-making operations and paid activities which require a Certificate of Eligibility.
 
Following nationals are eligible to apply for this visa;
China
Russia
CIS countries and Georgia
Ukraine
Vietnam and Philippines
India
Laos
Columbia, Ecuador, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, the Federation of Saint Christopher, and Saudi Arabia
Others
 

Note:
(1) On applying for visa, you must read “How to Apply” carefully.
(2) During the visa process, the applicant may be requested to submit additional documents deemed necessary.
(3) You must prepare all documents in A4 size and bring physical visa application documents and do not staple documents.
(4) The duration of the issued document should be within 3 months from the date of issue, and be submitted within its validity period.
(5) All documents submitted should be original documents. If you need to keep any of the original documents, please bring the original plus a copy.

  China
  Persons who fulfil one of the following conditions:
（1）A regular employee of public (government) enterprise
（2）A regular employee of private company which is listed on the stock exchange
（3）A regular employee of Japanese-affiliated company which is a member of the Japan Chamber of Commerce in Finland and has a management base in Japan
（4）A regular employee of venture and subsidiary company or a branch office of a company which is listed on the stock exchange in Japan, Finland, or another country/region
（5）A regular employee of a private company with constant business transactions with a Japanese company which is listed on the stock exchange in Japan
（6）A regular employee with more than 3 travel records to Japan for business purpose in the last year or 10 travel records for business purpose in the last 3 years

In addition, spouse and child of the applicant are eligible for this category.
 

1. Valid Passport
   Should have at least 2 blank pages for visa
2. Copy of valid passport
   Only bio-date page (printed on A4 paper)
3. Application Form
     If there is any omission in the description, it will be not accepted. If an item does not apply to you, write "Not Applicable" or "N/A".
     The applicant must sign by him/herself. Electrical signature is not acceptable.
4. Photograph
   4.5cm×3.5cm, taken within last 6 months.
   The photograph should meet the standard of passport photo and be printed on photo paper. 
5. Finnish Resident Permit. Note: If your residence permit is expiring/has been expired, please submit a copy of the certificate "Vireilläolotodistus" issued by MIGRI after you have submitted an application for extending your residence permit.
6. Copy of the residence permit
Both sides (printed on A4 paper)
7. Certificate of Employment (Specified tenure period, salary, and job title to be mentioned)
8. Document of business trip order
9. Documents proving the applicant’s company which qualify under one of 6 conditions mentioned above. In the case of (6), the valid or old passport proving past travels to Japan.
10. Document explaining the purpose of obtaining multiple-entry visa

The family members are required to prepare these documents below:
 1. Valid Passport
 2. Copy of valid passport
 3. Application Form
 4. Photograph
 5. Finnish Resident Permit
 6. Copy of the residence permit
 7. Documents to prove their relationships (issued within 3 months)
     The Marriage Certificate, additionally for their children, Birth Certificate is required to submit.
     The certificate must be issued in English or Japanese. If the certificate is issued in other languages, the applicant must translate into English.
     Certificates issued by Digital and Population Data Services Agency (DVV)
 8. A copy of the multiple-entry visa issued to the applicant above, if the family members apply separately.
　 

Russia
 

Persons who fulfil one of the following conditions (including technician or specialist). Please note that （7） is currently suspended.
（1）A regular employee of public (government) enterprise
（2）A regular employee of private company which is listed on the stock exchange (including Russia, other countries and regions)
（3）A regular employee of Japanese-affiliated company which is a member of the Japan Chamber of Commerce in Finland and has a management base in Japan
（4）A regular employee of venture and subsidiary company or a branch office of a company which is listed on the stock exchange in Japan, Finland, or another country/region
（5）A regular employee of a private company with constant business transactions with a Japanese company which is listed on the stock exchange in Japan
（6）A regular employee with more than 3 travel records to Japan for business purpose in the last year. or 10 travel records for business purpose in the last 3 years
（7）A regular employee of a company or an institution of Russia which involves in the 8-point cooperation plan. (Suspended)

In addition, spouse and child of the applicant are eligible for this category.

 

1. Valid Passport
     Should have at least 2 blank pages for visa
2. Copy of valid passport
     Only bio-date page (printed on A4 paper)
3. Application Form (2 pieces)
     If there is any omission in the description, it will be not accepted. If an item does not apply to you, write "Not Applicable" or "N/A".
     The applicant must sign by him/herself. Electrical signature is not acceptable.
4. Photograph (2 pieces)
     4.5cm×3.5cm, taken within last 6 months.
     The photograph should meet the standard of passport photo and be printed on photo paper. 
5. Finnish Resident Permit
     Note: If your residence permit is expiring/has been expired, please submit a copy of the certificate "Vireilläolotodistus" issued by MIGRI after you have submitted an application for extending your residence permit.
6. Copy of the residence permit
     Both sides (printed on A4 paper)
7. Certificate of Employment (Specified tenure period, salary, and job title to be mentioned)
8. Document of business trip order
9. Documents proving the applicant’s company which qualify under one of 6 conditions mentioned above. In the case of (6), the valid or old passport proving past travels to Japan.
10. Document explaining the purpose of obtaining multiple-entry visa

Provided by the Inviter in Japan
1. Letter of Invitation (Japanese/English)
2. Travel Itinerary (Japanese/English)
    Closest visit schedule is sufficient

The family members are required to prepare these documents below:
 1. Valid Passport
 2. Copy of valid passport
 3. Application Form (2 pieces)
 4. Photograph (2 pieces)
 5. Finnish Resident Permit
 6. Copy of the residence permit
 7. Documents to prove their relationships (issued within 3 months)
     The Marriage Certificate, additionally for their children, Birth Certificate is required to submit.
     The certificate must be issued in English or Japanese. If the certificate is issued in other languages, the applicant must translate into English.
     Certificates issued by Digital and Population Data Services Agency (DVV)
 8. A copy of the multiple-entry visa issued to the applicant above, if the family members apply separately.

  CIS Countries (Azerbaijan, Armenia, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Belorussia, Moldova) and Georgia
 

Persons that fulfils one of 6 conditions below (including technician or specialist):
（1）A regular employee of public (government) enterprise
（2）A regular employee of private company which is listed on the stock exchange (including former Soviet/CIS, other countries and regions)
（3）A regular employee of Japanese-affiliated company which is a member of the Japan Chamber of Commerce in Finland and has a management base in Japan
（4）A regular employee of venture and subsidiary company or a branch office of a company which is listed on the stock exchange in Japan, Finland, or another country/region
（5）A regular employee of a private company with constant business transactions with a Japanese company which is listed on the stock exchange in Japan
（6）A regular employee with more than 3 travel records to Japan for business purpose in the last year. or 10 travel records for business purpose in the last 3 years

In addition, spouse and child of the applicant are eligible for this category.

 

1. Valid Passport
     Should have at least 2 blank pages for visa
2. Copy of valid passport
     Only bio-date page (printed on A4 paper)
3. Application Form (2 pieces)
     If there is any omission in the description, it will be not accepted. If an item does not apply to you, write "Not Applicable" or "N/A".
     The applicant must sign by him/herself. Electrical signature is not acceptable.
4. Photograph (2 pieces)
     4.5cm×3.5cm, taken within last 6 months.
     The photograph should meet the standard of passport photo and be printed on photo paper. 
5. Finnish Resident Permit. 
     Note: If your residence permit is expiring/has been expired, please submit a copy of the certificate "Vireilläolotodistus" issued by MIGRI after you have submitted an application for extending your residence permit.
6. Copy of the residence permit
     Both sides (printed on A4 paper)
7. Certificate of Employment (Specified tenure period, salary, and job title to be mentioned)
8. Document of business trip order
9. Documents proving the applicant’s company which qualify under one of 6 conditions mentioned above. In the case of (6), the valid or old passport proving past travels to Japan.
10. Document explaining the purpose of obtaining multiple-entry visa 

Provided by the Inviter in Japan
1. Letter of Invitation (Japanese/English)
2. Travel Itinerary (Japanese/English)
    Closest visit schedule is sufficient

The family members are required to prepare these documents below:
 1. Valid Passport
 2. Copy of valid passport
 3. Application Form (2 pieces)
 4. Photograph (2 pieces)
 5. Finnish Resident Permit
 6. Copy of the residence permit
 7. Documents to prove their relationships (issued within 3 months)
     The Marriage Certificate, additionally for their children, Birth Certificate is required to submit.
     The certificate must be issued in English or Japanese. If the certificate is issued in other languages, the applicant must translate into English.
     Certificates issued by Digital and Population Data Services Agency (DVV)
 8. A copy of the multiple-entry visa issued to the applicant above, if the family members apply separately.

   

Persons that fulfils one of 7 conditions below (including technician or specialist):
（1）A regular employee of public (government) enterprise
（2）A regular employee of private company which is listed on the stock exchange (including Japan and other countries and regions)
（3）A regular employee of Japanese-affiliated company which is a member of the Japan Chamber of Commerce in Finland and has a management base in Japan
（4）A regular employee of venture and subsidiary company or a branch office of a company which is listed on the stock exchange in Japan, Finland, or another country/region
（5）A regular employee of a private company with constant business transactions with a Japanese company which is listed on the stock exchange in Japan
（6）A regular employee with a travel record to Japan for business purpose and travel records as temporary visitor to G7 countries (except Japan) in the last 3 years
（7）A regular employee with more than 3 travel records to Japan for business purpose in the last 3 years

In addition, spouse and child of the applicant are eligible for this category.
 

 

1. Valid Passport
     Should have at least 2 blank pages for visa
2. Copy of valid passport
     Only bio-date page (printed on A4 paper)
3. Application Form
     If there is any omission in the description, it will be not accepted. If an item does not apply to you, write "Not Applicable" or "N/A".
The applicant must sign by him/herself. Electrical signature is not acceptable.
4. Photograph
     4.5cm×3.5cm, taken within last 6 months.
     The photograph should meet the standard of passport photo and be printed on photo paper. 
5. Finnish Resident Permit. 
     Note: If your residence permit is expiring/has been expired, please submit a copy of the certificate "Vireilläolotodistus" issued by MIGRI after you have submitted an application for extending your residence permit.
6. Copy of the residence permit
     Both sides (printed on A4 paper)
7. Certificate of Employment (tenure, salary, and position to be mentioned)
8. Document of business trip order
9. A letter of explanation stating the reason of applying for the multiple visa (letter of mission or travel requisition by employer, explanation letter, etc.)
10. Documents to prove the applicant is quality for one of 7 conditions above. In the case of (6) and (7), the valid or old passport that shows Japanese and G7 countries’ (except Japan) temporary visitor visas as well as entry stamps in the last 3 years.)

The spouse and child are required to prepare these documents below:
 1. Valid Passport
 2. Copy of valid passport
 3. Application Form
 4. Photograph
 5. Finnish Resident Permit
 6. Copy of the residence permit
 7. Documents to prove their relationships (issued within 3 months)
     The Marriage Certificate, additionally for their children, Birth Certificate is required to submit.
     The certificate must be issued in English or Japanese. If the certificate is issued in other languages, the applicant must translate into English.
     Certificates issued by Digital and Population Data Services Agency (DVV)
 8. A copy of the multiple-entry visa issued to the applicant above, if the family members apply separately.

  India
 

Persons that fulfils one of 7 conditions below:
（1）A regular employee of public (government) enterprise
（2）A regular employee of private company which is listed on the stock exchange (including Japan and other countries and regions)
（3）A regular employee of Japanese-affiliated company which is a member of the Japan Chamber of Commerce in Finland and has a management base in Japan
（4）A regular employee of venture and subsidiary company or a branch office of a company which is listed on the stock exchange in Japan, Finland, or another country/region
（5）A regular employee of a private company with constant business transactions with a Japanese company which is listed on the stock exchange in Japan
（6）A regular employee with a travel record to Japan for business purpose and travel records as temporary visitor to G7 countries (except Japan) in the last 3 years
（7）A regular employee with more than 3 travel records to Japan for business purpose in the last 3 years

In addition, spouse and child of the applicant are eligible for this category.

 

1. Valid Passport
     Should have at least 2 blank pages for visa
2. Copy of valid passport
     Only bio-date page (printed on A4 paper)
3. Application Form
     If there is any omission in the description, it will be not accepted. If an item does not apply to you, write "Not Applicable" or "N/A".
     The applicant must sign by him/herself. Electrical signature is not acceptable.
4. Photograph
     4.5cm×3.5cm, taken within last 6 months.
     The photograph should meet the standard of passport photo and be printed on photo paper. 
5. Finnish Resident Permit. 
     Note: If your residence permit is expiring/has been expired, please submit a copy of the certificate "Vireilläolotodistus" issued by MIGRI after you have submitted an application for extending your residence permit.
6. Copy of the residence permit
     Both sides (printed on A4 paper)
7. Documents to prove the applicant qualify for one of 7 conditions above. In the case of (6) and (7), an employment certificate and the valid or old passport certifying past travels to Japan and G7 countries in the last 3 years

Spouse and child are required to prepare these documents below:
 1. Valid Passport
 2. Copy of valid passport
 3. Application Form
 4. Photograph
 5. Finnish Resident Permit
 6. Copy of the residence permit
 7. Documents to prove their relationships (issued within 3 months)
     The Marriage Certificate, additionally for their children, Birth Certificate is required to submit.
     The certificate must be issued in English or Japanese. If the certificate is issued in other languages, the applicant must translate into English.
     Certificates issued by Digital and Population Data Services Agency (DVV)
 8. A copy of the multiple-entry visa issued to the applicant above, if the family members apply separately.

  Laos
 

Persons that fulfils one of 6 conditions below:
（1）A regular employee of public (government) enterprise
（2）A regular employee of private company which is listed on the stock exchange (including Japan and other countries and regions)
（3）A regular employee of Japanese-affiliated company which is a member of the Japan Chamber of Commerce in Finland and has a management base in Japan
（4）A regular employee of venture and subsidiary company or a branch office of a company which is listed on the stock exchange in Japan, Finland, or another country/region
（5）A regular employee of a private company with constant business transactions with a Japanese company which is listed on the stock exchange in Japan
（6）A regular employee with more than 3 travel records to Japan for business purpose in the last 3 years

In addition, spouse and child of the applicant are eligible for this category.

 

1. Valid Passport
     Should have at least 2 blank pages for visa
2. Copy of valid passport
     Only bio-date page (printed on A4 paper)
3. Application Form
     If there is any omission in the description, it will be not accepted. If an item does not apply to you, write "Not Applicable" or "N/A".
The applicant must sign by him/herself. Electrical signature is not acceptable.
4. Photograph
     4.5cm×3.5cm, taken within last 6 months.
     The photograph should meet the standard of passport photo and be printed on photo paper. 
5. Finnish Resident Permit. 
     Note: If your residence permit is expiring/has been expired, please submit a copy of the certificate "Vireilläolotodistus" issued by MIGRI after you have submitted an application for extending your residence permit.
6. Copy of the residence permit
     Both sides (printed on A4 paper)
7. Certificate of Employment (tenure, salary, and position to be mentioned)
8. Document of business trip order
9. A letter of explanation stating the reason of applying for the multiple visa (letter of mission or travel requisition by employer, explanation letter, etc.)
10. Documents to prove the applicant is qualify for one of 6 conditions above. In the case of (6), the valid or old passport that shows Japanese temporary visitor visas as well as entry stamps in the past

Spouse and child are required to prepare these documents below:
 1. Valid Passport
 2. Copy of valid passport
 3. Application Form
 4. Photograph
 5. Finnish Resident Permit
 6. Copy of the residence permit
 7. Documents to prove their relationships (issued within 3 months)
     The Marriage Certificate, additionally for their children, Birth Certificate is required to submit.
     The certificate must be issued in English or Japanese. If the certificate is issued in other languages, the applicant must translate into English.
     Certificates issued by Digital and Population Data Services Agency (DVV)
 8. A copy of the multiple-entry visa issued to the applicant above, if the family members apply separately.

  Columbia, Ecuador, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, the Federation of Saint Christopher and Nevis, and Saudi Arabia
 

Persons that fulfils one of 7 conditions below:
（1）A regular employee of public (government) enterprise
（2）A regular employee of private company which is listed on the stock exchange (including Japan and other countries and regions)
（3）A regular employee of Japanese-affiliated company which is a member of the Japan Chamber of Commerce in Finland and has a management base in Japan
（4）A regular employee of venture and subsidiary company or a branch office of a company which is listed on the stock exchange in Japan, Finland, or another country/region
（5）A regular employee of a private company with constant business transactions with a Japanese company which is listed on the stock exchange in Japan
（6）A regular employee with more than 3 travel records to Japan for business purpose in the last year
（7）A regular employee with 10 travel records to Japan for business purpose in the last 3 years

In addition, spouse and child of the applicant are eligible for this category.

 

1. Valid Passport
     Should have at least 2 blank pages for visa
2. Copy of valid passport
     Only bio-date page (printed on A4 paper)
3. Application Form
     If there is any omission in the description, it will be not accepted. If an item does not apply to you, write "Not Applicable" or "N/A".
The applicant must sign by him/herself. Electrical signature is not acceptable.
4. Photograph
     4.5cm×3.5cm, taken within last 6 months.
     The photograph should meet the standard of passport photo and be printed on photo paper. 
5. Finnish Resident Permit. 
     Note: If your residence permit is expiring/has been expired, please submit a copy of the certificate "Vireilläolotodistus" issued by MIGRI after you have submitted an application for extending your residence permit.
6. Copy of the residence permit
     Both sides (printed on A4 paper)
7. Certificate of Employment (tenure, salary, and position to be mentioned)
8. Document of business trip order
9. A letter of explanation stating the reason of applying for the multiple visa (letter of mission or travel requisition by employer, explanation letter, etc.)
10. Documents to prove the applicant is qualify for one of 7 conditions above. In the case of (6) and (7), the valid or old passport that shows Japanese temporary visitor visas as well as entry stamps in the past.

Spouse and child are required to prepare these documents below:
 1. Valid Passport
 2. Copy of valid passport
 3. Application Form
 4. Photograph
 5. Finnish Resident Permit
 6. Copy of the residence permit
 7. Documents to prove their relationships (issued within 3 months)
      The Marriage Certificate, additionally for their children, Birth Certificate is required to submit.
      The certificate must be issued in English or Japanese. If the certificate is issued in other languages, the applicant must translate into English.
      Certificates issued by Digital and Population Data Services Agency (DVV)
 8. A copy of the multiple-entry visa issued to the applicant above, if the family members apply separately.

  Others
In the Middle East and Africa region, only those with nationalities with UAE, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Egypt and South Africa can apply for this visa.
 

Those who belong to one of following organization a) with status of director or above or, b) for more than one year as a full-time employee:
（1）A public (government) enterprise
（2）A private company which is listed on the stock market
（3）A Japanese-affiliated company which is a member of the Japan Chamber of Commerce in Finland and has a management base in Japan
（4）A venture company, subsidiary company or branch office of a company which is listed on the stock exchange in Japan
（5）A private company with constant business transactions with a Japanese company which is listed on the stock exchange in Japan

In addition, spouse and child of the applicant are eligible for this category.

 

1. Valid Passport
     Should have at least 2 blank pages for visa
2. Copy of valid passport
     Only bio-date page (printed on A4 paper)
3. Application Form
     If there is any omission in the description, it will be not accepted. If an item does not apply to you, write "Not Applicable" or "N/A".
     The applicant must sign by him/herself. The electrical signature is not acceptable.
4. Photograph
     4.5cm×3.5cm, taken within last 6 months.
     The photograph should meet the standard of passport photo and be printed on photo paper. 
5. Finnish Resident Permit. 
     Note: If your residence permit is expiring/has been expired, please submit a copy of the certificate "Vireilläolotodistus" issued by MIGRI after you have submitted an application for extending your residence permit.
6. Copy of the residence permit
     Both sides (printed on A4 paper)
7. Certificate of Employment (tenure, salary, and position to be mentioned)
8. Document of business trip order
9. A letter of explanation stating the reason of applying for the multiple visa (letter of mission or travel requisition by employer, explanation letter, etc.)
10. Documents to prove the applicant is qualify for one of 5 conditions above.

Spouse and child are required to prepare these documents below:
 1. Valid Passport
 2. Copy of valid passport
 3. Application Form
 4. Photograph
 5. Finnish Resident Permit
 6. Copy of the residence permit
 7. Documents to prove their relationships (issued within 3 months)
      The Marriage Certificate, additionally for their children, Birth Certificate is required to submit.
      The certificate must be issued in English or Japanese. If the certificate is issued in other languages, the applicant must translate into English.
      Certificates issued by Digital and Population Data Services Agency (DVV)
 8. A copy of the multiple-entry visa issued to the applicant above, if the family members apply separately.