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ππΉ Does a Haitian need a visa for Japan π―π΅?
Yes. Haitian passport holders need a visa for Japan, applied for at an embassy or consulate of Japan before travelling.
Checked against Wikipedia's list of visa requirements for Haitian citizens on 2026-10-04. Entry rules change: confirm with the embassy of Japan or its official government website before you travel.
What this means for your trip
You apply at an embassy, consulate or authorised visa centre of the destination, usually with an application form, passport photos, bank statements, travel itinerary and accommodation bookings.
Processing takes days to weeks, and some embassies require an interview; start the application well before your trip.
Your passport should normally be valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure date and have blank pages for stamps; many countries apply this rule.
Where to apply in Haiti
If you live in Haiti, visas for Japan are issued by its missions there. Many of them use an outsourced visa application centre: the mission's website says where to apply and which office covers your region.
- Embassy of Japan, PΓ©tion-Ville Β· Hexagone, Angle Rues Clerveaux et Darguin Β· ht.emb-japan.go.jp
Missions from Wikidata (CC0), checked 2026-09-26. Addresses and opening hours change: check the mission's website before you go.
Japan at a glance
Capital: Tokyo Β· Currency: Japanese yen (JPY, Β₯) Β· Official languages: Japanese Β· Calling code: +81
U.S. State Department travel advisory for Japan: Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions (updated 15 May 2025). It is written for U.S. citizens; read the advisory before you book.
Plugs and voltage
Your plugs fit: every plug type used in Haiti (A, B) works with sockets in Japan. Mains voltage differs (Japan: 100 V; Haiti: 110 V): most phone and laptop chargers accept 100β240 V, but single-voltage devices such as some hair dryers need a converter.
Your embassy in Japan
If your passport is lost or stolen, or you need help in an emergency in Japan, contact the embassy of Haiti:
- Embassy of Haiti, Tokyo Β· 4-12-24 Nishi Azabu
Missions from Wikidata (CC0), checked 2026-09-26. Addresses and opening hours change: check the mission's website before you go.
Easier destinations near Japan for Haitian passport holders
- ππ° Hong Kong β Visa-free 14 days
- π°π· South Korea β ETA required
- π²π΄ Macau β Visa on arrival
- π²π³ Mongolia β e-Visa
- πΉπΌ Taiwan β e-Visa
The other way round
π―π΅ Japanese passport holders visiting Haiti: Japanese passport holders can visit Haiti without a visa for up to 90 days.
The Haitian passport at a glance
All destinations for Haiti passport holders β Β· Who needs a visa for Japan β
Questions
Do Haitian citizens need a visa for Japan?
Haitian passport holders need a visa for Japan, applied for at an embassy or consulate of Japan before travelling.
Does a Japanese need a visa for Haiti?
Japanese passport holders can visit Haiti without a visa for up to 90 days.