Do I need proof of assets to go to Japan?

It depends on the time and purpose of your planned stay in Japan and the type of visa you apply for.

I. Short-term Tourism and Business Investigation

For those who plan to go to Japan for short-term tourism or business investigation, they usually only need to provide basic application materials, such as passport, visa application form, photos, travel purpose, itinerary plan, etc. This kind of visa is generally simple, fast in approval, and usually does not need to provide detailed proof of assets.

Second, long-term residence and immigration.

However, if you plan to stay or immigrate to Japan for a long time, the situation is different. In this case, the Japanese Immigration Bureau may ask you to provide detailed proof of assets to prove that you have enough financial ability to support yourself during your stay in Japan and will not become a burden to Japanese society.

Asset certificates can include bank deposit certificates, property certificates, income certificates, etc. The specific requirements will vary according to your specific situation and the type of visa you apply for. Therefore, when preparing to live or immigrate to Japan for a long time, it is recommended that you know and prepare the required asset certification materials in advance.

In addition, it should be noted that different countries may have different requirements for asset certification. Therefore, when applying for a Japanese visa, you should not only understand the requirements of the Japanese Immigration Bureau, but also pay attention to the relevant regulations and requirements of your own country.

To sum up:

Whether you need proof of assets to go to Japan mainly depends on the time and purpose of your planned stay in Japan and the type of visa you apply for. Detailed proof of assets may not be required for short-term travel or business visit, while detailed proof of assets may be required for long-term residence or immigration to prove that you have sufficient financial ability during your stay in Japan. When preparing to go to Japan, it is recommended that you know and prepare the required assets certification materials in advance.

Legal basis:

People's Republic of China (PRC) Exit and Entry Administration Law

Article 9 provides that:

China citizens shall apply for passports or other travel documents when leaving or entering the country.

China citizens who want to go to other countries or regions also need to obtain visas or other entry permits. However, unless the China government has signed visa exemption agreements with other governments or the Ministry of Public Security and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs provide otherwise.