# For those who applied for a DTV in Japan, how long did it take to get approved?
Please share:
* Embassy/consulate
* Application date
* Approval date
* Whether additional documents were requested
Answer summary
The approval timeline for a DTV in Japan varies. One user shared their experience applying at the Tokyo embassy, where the total process took 40 days. They submitted their application on July 16, received a request for additional documents on July 29, completed the interview on August 10, and received approval via email on August 25. It was noted that the process may differ based on residency status.
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Here is my timeline; total 40 days applied Tokyo embassy
July 16 — application submitted
July 29 — additional document requested by Embassy
July 29 — submitted the requested document on the same day
August 5 — interview requested, their choice of time and date; no option for you to select
Most of Japan approvals in this forum are from non-perm residents who can no longer apply. One perm resident posted his experience of approval via Tokyo. it should be in the threads.