Japan Visa for Indians

Yes! Japan launched eVISA for Indian citizens in September 2025. You can apply through VFS Global for tourism purposes. The eVISA is received electronically and must be shown on your smartphone at the airport.

You must display the "Visa issuance notice" on your smartphone with active internet connection. PDF files, screenshots, and printed copies are NOT accepted. Ensure your phone has internet access at the airport.

No, Japan eVISA is ONLY for tourism. For business visits, visiting friends/family, work, study, or transit, you must apply for traditional paper visa through VFS.

Indians residing in India must apply through VFS Global - direct application on Japan MOFA portal is not available. However, Indians residing in US, UK, Singapore, Australia, or Saudi Arabia can apply directly on Japan's official eVISA portal.

Japan visa fee is ₹450 for single or multiple entry tourist visa. Plus VFS service charge of ₹800. Total cost: ₹1,250. Transit visa costs ₹50 + ₹800 VFS. Note: Japan may revise fees in 2026.

No, Japan visa is NOT free. The fee is ₹450 (visa) + ₹800 (VFS service) = ₹1,250 total. However, this is still very affordable compared to US ($185) or UK (£100+) visas.

Yes, the visa fee (₹450) is refunded if your visa is rejected. However, the VFS service charge (₹800) is non-refundable regardless of outcome.

In New Delhi: Cash or card in INR. In Gurugram, Chandigarh, Lucknow: Separate Demand Drafts required for visa fee and service charge in favor of "VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd."

Japan visa processing takes 5-10 working days through VFS Global. During peak seasons (cherry blossom, autumn), it may take up to 14 days. Apply at least 3 weeks before travel.

There is no official express processing for Japan visa. Standard processing is 5-10 days. For genuine emergencies, contact the Japanese Embassy directly, but expedited processing is not guaranteed.

Apply 3-4 weeks before your travel date. You can apply maximum 3 months before travel. Applying too early means the 3-month validity may expire before your trip.

Required: Valid passport (6+ months validity, 2 blank pages), completed application form, photo (45x35mm), detailed day-by-day itinerary, confirmed flight and hotel bookings, 6 months bank statements, ITR (3 years), employment letter with leave approval.

Yes, a detailed day-by-day itinerary is MANDATORY. It should include: dates, cities to visit, attractions/activities each day, hotel names with Japanese addresses, and transportation between cities. Japan takes itineraries very seriously.

Japan visa requires 45mm x 35mm photos - this is DIFFERENT from Indian passport photos (35x35mm). Background must be white, photo taken within 6 months, no glasses, neutral expression.

There is no official minimum, but ₹50,000-1,00,000 per person is recommended. Your balance should comfortably cover trip expenses. Show 6 months statements with regular income/salary credits.

Yes, confirmed hotel bookings for EVERY night of your stay are required. Japan embassy wants to know exactly where you will sleep each night. Ryokans, hostels, and Airbnb with confirmation are acceptable.

Depends on city. Appointment REQUIRED: Bangalore, Chennai, Cochin, Hyderabad, Puducherry. Walk-in allowed: New Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata. Check VFS website for your city.

No, there is NO interview for Japan tourist visa. You submit documents at VFS and wait for processing. The embassy may contact you by email if additional documents are needed.

Apply at VFS Japan centers in New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Cochin, Puducherry, and other cities. Check jurisdiction based on your residence state on the VFS website.

Japan tourist visa allows stays of 15, 30, or up to 90 days depending on visa type. First-time applicants usually get 15 days. eVISA allows up to 90 days for tourism. Duration is stamped on your visa.