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Japan to India visa requirements

Japanese ordinary passport holders can use India's Visa-on-Arrival for eligible 60-day visits at six airports, or apply online for an e-Tourist Visa before travel. Japanese ordinary passport holders are not visa-free for India, but they have two official short-stay routes. For eligible tourism, business, conference or medical visits of up to 60 days, Japan is one of the nationalities that can obtain Visa-on-Arrival at Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata or Mumbai airports; the fee is INR 2,000 or equivalent foreign currency, and the visa may be double-entry, non-extendable and non-convertible. For planned travel, wider airport/seaport coverage, or longer tourist validity, Japanese nationals can apply on the official India e-Visa portal. The official 20 February 2026 e-Tourist fee table lists Japan at USD 10 for a 30-day e-TV during April-June, USD 25 for a 30-day e-TV during July-March, USD 25 for a 1-year e-TV, and USD 25 for a 5-year e-TV, plus payment charges. The official e-Visa FAQ lists 33 airports and 19 seaports for e-Visa entry and says land-border entry is not allowed with e-Visa. Passport validity of at least 6 months and 2 blank pages are required; Pakistani-origin travelers and diplomatic/official passport holders should use the appropriate regular visa route.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-19
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 2026-06-19
Visa type
Visa-on-Arrival; e-Tourist Visa also available
Maximum stay
VOA up to 60 days; e-Tourist 30 days or 180 days per calendar year for 1-year/5-year e-TV
per entry
Entries
VOA double entry; e-Tourist double or multiple by category
from issue date
Visa fee
VOA INR 2,000; Japan e-Tourist USD 10/25/25/25 plus payment charges
consular fee only
Processing time
VOA at 6 airports; e-Visa apply at least 4 days before travel
standard track
Validity
VOA up to 60 days; e-Tourist 30 days / 1 year / 5 years
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Choose VOA or e-Visa
Use Visa-on-Arrival only if your trip is eligible and you arrive at Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata or Mumbai. Use e-Visa for planned travel, more entry points, or 1-year/5-year tourist validity.
· VOA or e-Visa
/02
Check passport and eligibility
Carry a Japanese ordinary passport with at least 6 months validity and 2 blank pages. Diplomatic/official passports and Pakistani-origin travelers cannot use the simplified routes.
· 6 months· 2 blank pages
/03
For Visa-on-Arrival, prepare the form and fee
Complete the VOA application form before or on arrival, carry return/onward travel and funds evidence, and pay INR 2,000 or equivalent at the airport.
· INR 2,000· 6 airports
/04
For e-Visa, apply on the official portal
Apply at indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa with passport bio-page scan, photo and travel details. Apply at least 4 days before arrival; 30-day e-Tourist applications can be made up to 30 days ahead, and 1-year/5-year e-Tourist applications up to 120 days ahead.
· official portal· 4+ days
/05
Print and carry the approval
For e-Visa, carry a printed ETA showing GRANTED status. For VOA, keep the stamped visa and payment record. Biometrics/photo capture may be done at immigration.
· print ETA· arrival formalities
/06
Enter through an eligible port
VOA is only at the six listed airports. e-Visa entry is only through the official list of 33 airports and 19 seaports; land borders require a regular visa.
· no land entry
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
Japan -> India · Visa-on-Arrival; e-Tourist Visa also available
0 / 12 complete
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RequiredJapanese ordinary passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
At least 6 months validity and 2 blank pages
RequiredReturn or onward ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Required for e-Visa eligibility and may be checked for VOA
RequiredSufficient funds evidence
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
Required by official e-Visa/VOA eligibility rules
RequiredAccommodation or India address
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Hotel or host address for the application and border questions
ConditionalVOA application form
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Required if using Visa-on-Arrival
RequiredINR 2,000 or equivalent
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Visa-on-Arrival fee
RequiredDigital passport bio-page scan
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
Required for e-Visa; PDF under portal limits
RequiredDigital passport photo
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
Required for e-Visa; square JPEG with light/white background
ConditionalPrinted ETA approval
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Required if using e-Visa; confirm status is GRANTED before travel
RequiredRegular visa instead
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Needed for land-border entry, ineligible purposes, or excluded applicants
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 sourcesIndia e-Visa PortalIndia e-Tourist Visa Fee PDFIndia Visa on Arrival
Application link included: India e-Visa Portal
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa-on-ArrivalINR 2,000For eligible Japanese nationals at Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Mumbai airports
e-Tourist Visa 30-day (April-June)USD 10Japan fee row; double entry within e-Visa validity
e-Tourist Visa 30-day (July-March)USD 25Japan fee row; double entry within e-Visa validity
e-Tourist Visa 1-yearUSD 25Japan fee row; multiple entry
e-Tourist Visa 5-yearUSD 25Japan fee row; multiple entry
Payment charges3% / 4%Official e-Visa portal lists 3% for card payments and 4% for PayPal
Regular visa at Embassy in TokyoJPY 1,190 + JPY 450Embassy-published fee for Japanese nationals for non-transit visa categories, plus additional charge
Total estimateUSD 10 — INR 2,000 / USD 25 plus payment chargesincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-on-Arrival
On arrival
Available only at six designated airports for eligible Japanese ordinary passport holders.
e-Visa standard
Apply at least 4 days before travel
ETA status is sent by email; print the approval and confirm GRANTED status before departure.
Regular visa in Tokyo
About 3 working days for Japanese nationals
Indicative Embassy processing time; use for land entry, ineligible purposes, or if not eligible for VOA/e-Visa.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
VOA limited to six airports
Arriving anywhere other than Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata or Mumbai requires an e-Visa or regular visa arranged before travel.
High
/02
Land-border entry planned
India's e-Visa and VOA routes do not support land-border entry; use a regular visa for Nepal/Bhutan/Pakistan/Bangladesh/Myanmar land routes.
Medium
/03
Pakistani origin or official passport
Applicants with Pakistani origin, Pakistani passport history, or diplomatic/official passports are excluded from the e-Visa/VOA simplified routes and should apply through an Indian mission.
Medium
/04
Photo or passport scan issue
For e-Visa, poor scans, wrong photo format, or mismatched names can delay or derail the application.
Medium
/05
Wrong purpose of visit
Employment, journalism, NGO activity and formal study are not covered by tourist VOA/e-Visa routes.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
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.
2026-06-19 · major
Japan to India route reverified
Confirmed official Visa-on-Arrival for Japanese nationals, Japan-specific e-Tourist fees of USD 10/25/25/25, and the current e-Visa entry list of 33 airports and 19 seaports.
2026-05-27
Japan to India route verified
Checked India e-Visa availability for Japanese nationals.
2017-04-01 · major
Visa-on-Arrival for Japanese nationals
India introduced Visa-on-Arrival for eligible Japanese nationals at designated international airports.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Japanese citizens need a visa for India?—
There is no visa-free entry, but Japanese ordinary passport holders can use India's Visa-on-Arrival for eligible 60-day visits at six airports or apply for an e-Visa before travel.
Which is better: Visa-on-Arrival or e-Visa?+
How much does India e-Visa cost for Japanese nationals?+
How much is Visa-on-Arrival?+
Can I enter India by land with e-Visa or VOA?+
Can I extend the e-Visa or VOA in India?+
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