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Do Indonesia passport holders need a visa to visit Japan?

Visa required, or visa-free with registered e-Passport. eVisa available IDR 530,000 (15 days). Indonesian ordinary passport holders need a visa to enter Japan — Indonesia is not on Japan's standard visa exemption list. However, Indonesians with the biometric (e-Passport) can pre-register at a Japanese embassy/consulate to receive a visa exemption sticker, then enter visa-free for up to 15 days per visit for tourism. Without pre-registration or with a non-biometric passport, a standard tourist visa is required (single-entry, 15-day stay typical). Japan launched an eVisa for Indonesia in 2023, processed through accredited travel agencies for IDR 530,000. Multi-entry visas valid 3-5 years are available for travellers with prior visit history.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-27
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.
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-27
Visa type
Tourist visa or e-Passport waiver
Maximum stay
Up to 15 days (e-Passport waiver); 15-30 days (visa)
per entry
Entries
Single (standard); multi-entry with history
from issue date
Visa fee
IDR 530,000 (eVisa); IDR 540,000 (paper visa)
consular fee only
Processing time
5-7 working days
standard track
Validity
3 months (single-entry visa); 3 years (e-Passport registration)
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check passport type
Holders of Indonesian biometric (e-Passport) can register at a Japanese embassy for visa exemption (15 days). Non-biometric passport holders must obtain a visa.
· e-Passport check
/02
Register e-Passport (if applicable)
Visit a Japanese embassy/consulate (Jakarta, Surabaya, Medan, Denpasar, Makassar) in person. Free, instant, valid 3 years.
· one-time registration
/03
Apply for eVisa (alternative)
Via accredited travel agencies through Japan's eVisa portal. IDR 530,000. Approved 5-7 working days. 15-day stay maximum.
· eVisa via agencies
/04
Submit Visit Japan Web
Online immigration and customs declaration available up to 2 weeks before arrival. Two QR codes are scanned on arrival.
· VJW QR codes
/05
Arrive in Japan
Scan QR codes (or paper forms), give fingerprints and a photo, receive 15-day or 30-day landing permission.
· biometrics
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items
Personalized checklist
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Indonesian e-Passport
Recommended — enables free visa waiver registration
Visa exemption sticker
Required after embassy registration (e-Passport route)
Visa application form (if applicable)
Completed and signed at JVAC
Passport photo
45×45mm, white background, taken within 6 months
Bank statements
Last 3 months
Employment certificate
With salary and leave approval
Round-trip flight booking
Confirmed reservation
Accommodation bookings
Hotels for entire stay
Day-by-day itinerary
Strongly recommended
Visit Japan Web registration
Recommended — QR codes for fast entry
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa exemption registrationFreeFor e-Passport holders; one-time embassy visit, valid 3 years
eVisa (single-entry)IDR 530,000Via accredited travel agencies; 15-day stay
Paper visa (single-entry)IDR 540,000Through JVAC (Jakarta, Surabaya, Denpasar, Medan)
Multi-entry visaIDR 1,080,000For travellers with prior visit history
Overstay penaltiesDetention + banStrict enforcement
Total estimateFree — IDR 1,080,000incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

e-Passport waiver registration
Same day
Instant in-person at Japanese embassy/consulate. Valid 3 years.
eVisa
5-7 working days
Online via accredited travel agencies.
Paper tourist visa
5-7 working days
At JVAC; required for non-biometric passports.
Peak season
10-15 working days
March-April, October-November, December — submit at least 4 weeks ahead.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Non-biometric passport
Indonesian passports without the e-Passport chip require a regular visa — no free waiver registration available.
Medium
/02
Visa exemption sticker expired
The 3-year registration sticker must be renewed at a Japanese embassy.
Low
/03
Insufficient funds shown
Bank statements should show stable income and reserves; sudden lump-sum deposits raise concerns.
Medium
/04
Weak travel history
First-time international travellers may need stronger supporting evidence.
Medium
/05
Inconsistent itinerary
Mismatched dates, vague plans, or contradictions between forms and bookings can lead to refusal.
Medium
/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
2026-05-27
Indonesia to Japan route verified
Confirmed e-Passport waiver route + eVisa IDR 530,000 + paper visa IDR 540,000.
2023-12-22 · major
eVisa launched for Indonesia
Japan added Indonesia to its eVisa system via accredited travel agencies (IDR 530,000, 15-day stay).
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Indonesian citizens need a visa for Japan?—
Yes by default, but holders of the Indonesian biometric (e-Passport) can register at a Japanese embassy for a free visa exemption sticker, then enter visa-free for up to 15 days per visit.
How do I get the visa exemption?+
What if I don't have an e-Passport?+
Is there an eVisa for Indonesia?+
How long can I stay in Japan?+
Can I get a multi-entry visa?+
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