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Do India passport holders need a visa to visit Japan?

Q: What is the Japan eVisa for India?

An online tourism visa available to Indian nationals through accredited agencies in India (not directly on the eVisa portal). The eVisa is single-entry, tourism-only, with up to 90 days stay.

Q: How much does the Japan visa cost?

INR 500 for a single-entry visa, INR 1,000 for multi-entry, plus VFS service fees (around INR 600). Total typically INR 1,100-2,000 per applicant. Japan periodically waives the visa fee.

Q: How long does the Japan visa take?

5-10 working days for standard processing. Peak seasons like cherry blossom (March-April) or autumn (October-November) can extend this.

Q: Can I get a multi-entry visa?

Yes — multi-entry visas are available for travellers with prior Japan or developed-country travel history, plus stronger financial documentation.

Q: Do I need to show my eVisa at the airport?

Yes — eVisa travellers must display the 'visa issuance notice' on a smartphone with active internet at airport check-in and Japan immigration. No physical sticker is issued for eVisa.

Visa required. eVisa available via accredited agencies. Single-entry tourist, 90-day validity. Indian ordinary passport holders need a visa to enter Japan — India is not on Japan's visa exemption list. The traditional tourist visa is a single-entry short-stay visa with stays up to 90 days. Japan launched an eVisa system that includes India, but Indian nationals must apply through accredited agencies in India (not directly on the eVisa portal). The eVisa is tourism-only, single-entry, with up to 90 days stay. Multi-entry visas are available for repeat travellers with prior history. Visa fee from the Japanese embassy is INR 500 (single-entry), and Japan announced a fee waiver for select periods.

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 (eVisa or paper)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days per entry

per entry

Entries

Single (eVisa); multi-entry available with prior travel history

from issue date

Visa fee

INR 500 (single); higher for multi-entry

consular fee only

Processing time

5-10 working days

standard track

Validity

3 months from issue (single-entry)

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Check passport validity

Must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival date with at least 2 blank pages.

· 6-month rule· 2 blank pages

/02

Choose application route

eVisa via accredited agencies in India (tourism, single-entry, online) or traditional paper visa at the Embassy/Consulate via VFS Global (Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata).

· eVisa or paper

/03

Prepare documents

Application form, passport, photo, flight itinerary, accommodation booking, financial statements (last 3 months), employment letter or ITR.

· full document set

/04

Submit application

Submit at VFS Global JVAC or accredited agency. Pay visa fee (INR 500 single-entry) plus VFS service fee.

· VFS / agency

/05

Display 'visa issuance notice' (eVisa)

eVisa travellers must show the issuance notice on a smartphone with active internet at the Japan airport check-in and immigration. No physical sticker.

· smartphone required

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items

Personalized checklist

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Indian passport

Valid 6 months from arrival, 2 blank pages

Visa application form

Completed online or paper

Passport photo

45×45mm, white background

Return air ticket

Confirmed flight reservation

Accommodation booking

Hotel reservations for entire stay

Bank statements

Last 3 months; minimum INR 1,00,000 balance recommended

Employment letter or ITR

Last 2-3 years tax returns

Day-by-day itinerary

Detailed plan strongly recommended

Smartphone with data plan

Required for eVisa display at airport

Travel insurance

Recommended; Japan healthcare is expensive

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Single-entry visaINR 500Tourism, business, family visit; sometimes waived

Multi-entry visaINR 1,000For repeat travellers with strong travel history

VFS service feeINR 600+Per applicant at JVAC

eVisa via accredited agencyVariesAgency fees on top of MOFA's free eVisa

Overstay penaltiesDetention + banStrict enforcement

Total estimateINR 1,100 — INR 5,000incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Single-entry tourist visa

5-10 working days

Standard processing via VFS Global JVAC.

eVisa via accredited agency

5-10 working days

Online application; tourism only; single-entry; up to 90 days stay.

Multi-entry visa

10-15 working days

Requires evidence of prior visits or strong financial profile.

Visit Japan Web (post-visa)

Same day

Recommended after visa approval for QR-code airport entry.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Insufficient funds shown

Bank statements should clearly show stable income and reserves for the trip.

Medium

/02

Weak travel history

First-time travellers may need stronger supporting evidence and documented itinerary.

Medium

/03

Inconsistent itinerary

Mismatched dates, vague plans, or contradictions can lead to refusal.

Medium

/04

Previous overstays

Any prior Japan, US, UK, or Schengen overstay heavily affects future approvals.

Medium

/05

Failure to show eVisa

eVisa travellers must show the smartphone notice with active internet at the Japan airport. Failure can result in boarding denial.

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

2026-05-27

India to Japan route verified

Confirmed visa required, eVisa available via accredited agencies, single-entry 90-day stays.

2026-05-15 · major

India added to Japan eVisa list

India became eligible for Japan's eVisa system as of 15 May 2026, but applications must go through accredited agencies in India rather than direct online portal.

/09 — The questions