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Indonesia to Japan visa requirements

Visa required unless you hold a registered Indonesian e-passport; registered e-passports get up to 15 days visa-free. Indonesian ordinary passport holders are visa-required by default. Japan's visa exemption for Indonesia applies only to Indonesian ICAO-compliant e-passports that have completed pre-departure visa-waiver registration with Japan's diplomatic missions in Indonesia or online through JAVES. Approved registration is valid for 3 years or until passport expiry, whichever comes first, and permits repeated Temporary Visitor entries for up to 15 days for short visits such as tourism, business meetings, and visiting family or friends. Non-e-passport holders, unregistered e-passports, stays over 15 days, work, study, paid activity, and other non-covered purposes require a visa before travel. Japan eVISA is available through accredited agencies for ordinary passport holders residing in Indonesia who are not exempt from short-term visas; it is limited to single-entry tourism, generally up to 90 days as issued, and exempt registered e-passport travelers do not need it. From July 1, 2026, the local consular fee is IDR 1,650,000 for single-entry or IDR 3,330,000 for double/multiple-entry visas, plus any agency/JVAC fee. Visit Japan Web is a free recommended arrival-procedure tool, not a visa or visa-waiver registration.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-07-24
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-07-24
Visa type
Visa required unless registered e-passport waiver applies
Maximum stay
Up to 15 days under the registered e-passport waiver; tourist eVISA/short-stay visa up to 90 days as issued
per entry
Entries
Multiple during waiver registration validity; eVISA is single-entry
from issue date
Visa fee
JAVES/waiver registration is free; IDR 1,650,000 single-entry or IDR 3,330,000 double/multiple, plus agency/JVAC fees
consular fee only
Processing time
JAVES online registration: 2 working days; visa review varies and can take longer
standard track
Validity
Visa-waiver registration: 3 years or until passport expiry, whichever comes first
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check passport type
The visa-free route is only for Indonesian ICAO-compliant e-passports with the IC symbol. Non-e-passport holders need a visa before travel.
· e-passport only
/02
Register the e-passport
Use JAVES online if eligible, or the paper/sticker route through the Japanese mission/JVAC. Online JAVES registration is processed in 2 working days in current Denpasar guidance.
· JAVES· 2 working days
/03
Show the live notice
After JAVES approval, display the Visa Exemption Registration Notice on your own phone or tablet at check-in/arrival. Printed copies and screenshots are not accepted as substitutes.
· live notice· no screenshot
/04
Use a visa/eVISA if not exempt
For non-e-passports, unregistered e-passports, stays over 15 days, or non-covered purposes, apply before travel. eVISA is available via accredited agencies for eligible Indonesia residents and is for single-entry tourism only. From July 1, 2026, the local consular fee is IDR 1,650,000 for single-entry or IDR 3,330,000 for double/multiple-entry visas, before service fees.
· agency route· tourism only
/05
Prepare entry evidence
Carry a passport valid for the stay, accommodation details, funds evidence, and a return or onward ticket if immigration asks.
· valid passport· onward ticket
/06
Complete arrival procedures
Use Visit Japan Web for immigration and customs QR codes, or complete paper forms on arrival. Fingerprints and a facial photo are normally collected at landing inspection.
· Visit Japan Web· biometrics
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
Indonesia -> Japan · Visa required unless registered e-passport waiver applies
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredIndonesian e-passport with IC symbol
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
Required for the visa-waiver route
RequiredVisa Exemption Registration Notice or sticker
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
Required before departure for e-passport visa-free entry
ConditionalLive JAVES notice on device
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Required if registered online; screenshot/printout not accepted
ConditionalOrdinary tourist visa/eVISA approval
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
Required if not using the registered e-passport waiver
RequiredPassport valid for intended stay
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
Required; leave blank pages for stamps/visas
RequiredReturn or onward ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
May be requested at boarding or landing inspection
RecommendedAccommodation address and itinerary
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Recommended and often required for visa applications
ConditionalFunds evidence
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
Cash, cards, or bank evidence if asked
RecommendedVisit Japan Web registration
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Recommended for immigration and customs QR codes
RequiredCorrect long-stay visa
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Required for work, study, residence, or stays beyond the short-stay allowance
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Official sourcesJapan MOFA — Exemption of Visa (Short-Term Stay) (September 1, 2025)Japan MOFA — Visa Waiver for Indonesian Nationals Based on E-Passport Registration (November 7, 2014)Embassy of Japan in Indonesia — e-passport visa waiver registration (updated June 5, 2018)
Application link included: Japan MOFA — Exemption of Visa (Short-Term Stay) (September 1, 2025)
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
JAVES online e-passport registrationFreeElectronic visa-waiver registration for eligible Indonesian e-passports
Paper visa-waiver registrationFree waiver; service fee may applySticker route through Japanese mission/JVAC where applicable
Single-entry visa/eVISAIDR 1,650,000Local consular fee from July 1, 2026; agency/JVAC fee may be separate
Double / multiple-entry visaIDR 3,330,000Local consular fee from July 1, 2026; only when eligible, plus service fees
Visit Japan WebFreeArrival-procedure service; not a visa or waiver registration
Overstay penaltiesDetention + removal/ban riskJapan enforces short-stay limits strictly
Total estimateFree — IDR 3,330,000 + agency/JVAC feeincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

JAVES online registration
2 working days
For eligible Indonesian e-passport holders using the online Japan Visa Exemption System.
Paper e-passport registration
2-5 working days
Embassy guidance lists 2 working days at missions and 5 working days through JVAC.
Tourist visa/eVISA
Varies; plan well ahead
Apply before travel via the accredited agency/JVAC route; additional review or interview can extend timing.
Visit Japan Web
Minutes
Complete arrival-procedure information online before travel; paper forms remain the fallback.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
No Indonesian e-passport
The visa exemption does not apply to non-e-passports, even if the traveler is Indonesian.
High
/02
No pre-departure registration
Indonesian e-passport holders must complete JAVES or sticker registration before travel; unregistered e-passports can be refused landing.
Medium
/03
Wrong proof format
For JAVES, the live Visa Exemption Registration Notice must be displayed on a device; screenshots and printouts are not accepted.
Medium
/04
Stay or purpose outside the waiver
Stays over 15 days, work, study, paid activity, and residence require the appropriate Japanese visa/status.
Medium
/05
Weak entry evidence
Immigration may ask about purpose, stay length, and return/onward travel; inconsistent answers or missing proof can lead to refusal.
Low
/06
Prior inadmissibility
Past deportation, denial of landing, serious criminal history, or immigration violations can block entry even with registration.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Customs
Declare cash over JPY 1,000,000 equivalent and avoid bringing restricted fresh food, meat, plants, or controlled medicines.
/02
Immigration
Fingerprints and a photo are normally collected on arrival. Visit Japan Web can speed up immigration and customs forms.
/03
Connectivity
Tourist SIMs, eSIMs, and pocket WiFi rentals are widely available at Narita, Haneda, Kansai, and major city pickup points.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-07-24 · major
Japan visa fees revised
Added Indonesia's fees from July 1, 2026: IDR 1,650,000 for single-entry and IDR 3,330,000 for double/multiple-entry visas; JAVES registration remains free and service fees may be separate.
2026-06-19
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-20
Codex rechecked ID-JP route
Rechecked official Japan MOFA, embassy, consular, eVISA, and Digital Agency sources; refreshed checked-date, clarified registered e-passport waiver/JAVES rules, 15-day stay, eVISA agency route, live-notice requirement, and work/study caveat.
2026-05-27
Indonesia to Japan route verified
Earlier verification confirmed the e-passport waiver and visa-required fallback; 2026-06-20 review replaced stale instant-registration and fixed-fee wording.
2023-03-27 · major
JAVES online registration introduced
Japan introduced online pre-departure registration and electronic visa-waiver notices for Indonesian e-passport holders through JAVES.
2014-12-01 · major
Indonesian e-passport waiver began
Japan started the registered e-passport visa-waiver system for eligible Indonesian nationals, allowing stays of up to 15 days.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Indonesian citizens need a visa for Japan?—
Yes by default. The main exception is an Indonesian ICAO-compliant e-passport that has completed pre-departure visa-waiver registration through JAVES or the sticker route before travel.
How long can I stay with the registered e-passport waiver?+
Can I register online?+
What if I do not have an e-passport?+
Is Japan eVISA available from Indonesia?+
Is Visit Japan Web required?+
Can I work or study under the waiver or tourist eVISA?+
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