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JapanJapan visa requirements for Slovenia citizens (2026)
Visa-free · up to 90 days. No. Slovenia passport holders do not need a visa for Japan for tourism and can stay up to 90 days. You still need a valid passport and should carry proof of onward travel.
Visa-free for up to 90 days, no advance application needed.
VTBy the Visa and Trips editorial teamLast updated
Japan entry requirements for Slovenia citizens
- Requirement
- Visa-free
- Allowed stay
- 90 days
What to bring to Japan
- Passport valid for the whole stay (many countries expect 6 months beyond arrival)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)
- Proof of sufficient funds (bank card or recent statement)
- Any arrival card or registration the destination asks for
Japan also requires the Visit Japan Web arrival form before you land.
Recent rule changes for Japan
- 2026-06-05: Law creating JESTA (Japan’s electronic travel authorisation) was promulgated; it is not operating yet and is planned to start by fiscal year 2028.
Good to know
- Visa-required nationals resident in certain countries (e.g. US, UK, Canada, Australia) can apply for a single-entry tourist e-Visa.
Japan at a glance for travellers
- 74 of 198 passports can enter Japan without a visa (visa-free, visa on arrival or an ETA).
- The Slovenia passport gets visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 147 destinations in our dataset.
Sources and last checked
| What | Official source | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Requirement & allowed stay | Open passport-index dataset (passportindex.org data, 17 Feb 2026) | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | MOFA Japan: visa | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | Immigration Services Agency: 2026 law amendment | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Independent official overview | UK FCDO, Japan entry requirements | 22 Oct 2026 |
The Visa and Trips editorial team checks these sources every week. See our editorial and verification policy.
Frequently asked questions
Do Slovenia citizens need a visa for Japan?
No. Slovenia passport holders do not need a visa for Japan for tourism and can stay up to 90 days. You still need a valid passport and should carry proof of onward travel.
How long can Slovenia passport holders stay in Japan?
Up to 90 days per visit for tourism without a visa. Overstaying can lead to fines or entry bans.
What documents do Slovenia passport holders need for Japan?
Passport valid for the whole stay (many countries expect 6 months beyond arrival); Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address); Proof of sufficient funds (bank card or recent statement); Any arrival card or registration the destination asks for.
Do Slovenia passport holders need to apply for anything before travelling to Japan?
No advance visa application is needed for a tourist visit; complete the Visit Japan Web arrival form before you land. Carry a valid passport and proof of onward travel.