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Entertainer Visa
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Entertainer Visa

Work PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

At a Glance

Processing Time

1-3 months

Estimated Cost

JPY ¥45,000

Stay Duration

3 years

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Not specified

PR Pathway

Yes

Sponsor

Job offer required

Work

Remote not required

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Living in Japan

Cost of Living
32% cheaper than United States
Avg Salary¥3,240,000
Quality of Life
181/200
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Overview

Work visa for professional performers, artists, athletes, and entertainers. For concerts, theatrical performances, sports competitions, and entertainment activities.

The Japan Entertainer Visa is a work visa for foreign performers, athletes, and artists — including singers, actors, dancers, musicians, and models. Applicants must be sponsored by a Japanese organization and earn at least JPY 200,000 per month under a formal performance contract.

The visa is granted for up to 3 years (also available for 1 year, 6 months, 3 months, or 15 days) and is renewable. The sponsor must meet financial and facility requirements. Dependents may join on a family stay visa; spousal work rights are restricted. PR is achievable after sufficient residency.

This visa is ideal for professional performers, athletes, and entertainers with a Japanese sponsor and a formal contract guaranteeing at least JPY 200,000 per month.

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Cost Breakdown

Single Entry Visa FeeJPY ¥15,000
Multiple Entry Visa FeeJPY ¥30,000
TotalJPY ¥45,000

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Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Must be a professional performer, artist, musician, or athlete.

Must have a contract with an inviting organization in Japan.

Must demonstrate professional achievement or a high level of skill in the relevant field.

The inviting organization must meet specific criteria regarding facility size, financial stability, and operational history.

Must provide a clear itinerary and proof of compensation.

KEY CRITERIA

Experience

2+ years

Min. Income

2,400,000 JPY/yr

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Passport photos

Certificate of qualification

Performance contract

Professional credentials

Biography

Company registration (sponsor)

Performance venue details (sponsor)

Contract copies (sponsor)

Financial documentation (sponsor)

Application Process

1

Secure performance contract

Sign performance/entertainment contract with Japan-based organization

2

Prove professional status

Submit performance records, contracts, awards, press coverage

3

Employer applies for COE

Employer/promoter submits Certificate of qualification application

4

Receive COE

Immigration Services Agency approves COE

5

Apply for visa

Submit visa application at embassy with COE and performance contract

6

Pay visa fee

Pay 3,000 JPY

7

Receive visa

Visa stamped in passport

Application Forms

Go to application portal
Application for Certificate of Eligibility - Entertainer—

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