Per entry, set at the border.
Home, family and economic ties decide it.
The rule for British citizens
90 days visa-free per entry. British citizens can apply to immigration for an extension up to 6 months before day 90.
Your days, with an example
Arrive on Sun 1 November 2026 and day 90 is Fri 29 January 2027. The day you arrive counts as day 1. The border officer can give you less, so check the date stamped or recorded when you arrive.
Staying longer
Tax residency in Japan depends on your ties, not only on days. Resident if you have a domicile (home base) in Japan or have lived there continuously for 1 year or more. Non-permanent residents (5 years or less in 10) pay tax on foreign income only if remitted.
Other passports
| Passport | Stay |
|---|---|
 EU, EEA or Swiss passport | 90 days per entry |
 US passport | 90 days per entry |
 Indian passport | e-visa · 90 days |
All the details: Japan rules for every passport.
Questions
Do British citizens need a visa for Japan?
Not for a short stay. 90 days visa-free per entry. British citizens can apply to immigration for an extension up to 6 months before day 90.
How long can British citizens stay in Japan?
90 days per entry. 90 days visa-free per entry. British citizens can apply to immigration for an extension up to 6 months before day 90.
When do British citizens become tax resident in Japan?
Tax residency in Japan depends on your ties, not only on days. Resident if you have a domicile (home base) in Japan or have lived there continuously for 1 year or more. Non-permanent residents (5 years or less in 10) pay tax on foreign income only if remitted.
Can Noverstay count my days in Japan?
Yes. The app logs the country you’re in each day and reminds you before your Japan limit. Only the country, city and date are stored.
Official sources
Rules change often. This page is not legal or tax advice. Check the official source before you travel.