Lost Passport

Lost / Stolen Passport

As of 3/20/2006 , lost or stolen passports will no longer be reissued. You must apply for a new passport.

Required Documents, in addition to the required documents to apply for a Japanese Passport (please see Japanese Passport Application/Renewal section):

1. Report of Loss or Theft Form
2. Police report (if available)

• If a copy of the lost passport and/or passport number and issue date are known, please have information available.
• Applicant must appear in person at the Consulate.
• A Tokosho (Travel Document) can be issued in lieu of a passport for an immediate return to Japan only (see below for required documents)

Travel Document (Tokosho) : Can be picked-up on the day prior to departure.

Required Documents:

1. Travel Document (Tokosho) Application Form
2. Police Report (if available)
3. Two photos, taken from the same negative and within six months
4. Koseki Tohon or Shohon
   (if you have: Japanese Driver's License, copy of lost passport or Hokensho)
5. Flight itinerary or airline ticket
   (to confirm passenger’s name, date of departure, airline and flight #)

For more detailed information, please contact the passport section of our office. Tel : (213)617-6700