ESSENTIALS
For people coming to Japan for treatment or a health checkup.
Before committing to travel, ask the Japanese embassy or consulate responsible for your place of residence which application route fits your plans. Tell them the purpose of the visit, expected length of stay and whether someone will accompany you. MOFA visa enquiries
MOFA describes this visa as a route for medical visits, including treatment and health checkups. Its application process uses a registered guarantor, such as a medical coordinator or travel agency. MOFA links to the official guarantor lists. MOFA: Visa for Medical Stay
The published stay periods are 90 days, six months or one year. A stay longer than 90 days assumes hospitalization and requires a Certificate of Eligibility. For multiple-entry applications, each visit must be 90 days or less and a medical treatment plan from a physician in Japan is required. Companions may qualify when needed; this route does not permit them to undertake paid work. MOFA: periods of stay and accompanying persons
These are published categories, not a determination that you qualify. Confirm the requirements for your application with the embassy or consulate.
MOFA lists a passport, application form, photograph, medical institution's certificate with a guarantor's reference, proof of financial resources and identification. The Certificate of Eligibility and medical treatment plan are additional documents for the cases described above. The required evidence may depend on nationality. MOFA: application documents
Ask the guarantor to explain who prepares each document, how it reaches you and which steps must be completed before submitting your application. Use the consulate's own checklist as the final reference.
Keep the replies and any written agreements together. Care Compass Japan cannot determine your visa eligibility or submit an application for you. If a requirement cannot be confirmed here, use the official MOFA guidance and your embassy or consulate.
Sources checked on 17 October 2026. Next review: 17 January 2027, or earlier if official guidance changes. Written with AI-assisted research and drafting. No sponsorship.
Information provided for planning purposes only. No diagnosis, treatment recommendations, or direct booking services.
PRACTICAL SUPPORT
For an overseas hospital application or formal second-opinion process, ask the hospital whether a coordinator is required. Compare the agreed service scope and fees before purchasing help.
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