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East Asia · Destination guideJapan Visa for Indians: Types, Official Portal & Documents (2026)
Japan waives visas for many nationalities but requires a short-term visa from others, including India. For residents of India, Japan now issues single-entry tourist visas electronically (eVISA) after the application is lodged through the designated visa application centre.
Official sources last checked
For Indian passport holders
Embassy / consular visaVisa required – apply via the Japan visa centre; tourist visas issued as eVISA
Indian passport holders need a visa for Japan. Residents of India submit the application and passport at the Japan Visa Application Centre for their consular jurisdiction, and single-entry tourist visas are issued electronically, allowing up to 90 days.
Source: official government page(official site, opens in a new tab)
Ways to enter Japan
- Embassy visa
Short-term stay visa (tourism) – issued as eVISA
Apply in person through the Japan Visa Application Centre (VFS) for your jurisdiction; approved single-entry tourist visas are issued electronically for stays up to 90 days.
Official sources
Government websites — the only authoritative place for current rules and fees. Beware of look-alike sites.
- Embassy of Japan in India – visa(official site, opens in a new tab)Official
Embassy of Japan in India
- Consulate-General of Japan in Kolkata – Japan eVISA system(official site, opens in a new tab)Official
Consulate-General of Japan in Kolkata
- MOFA Japan – visa information(official site, opens in a new tab)Official
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan
Typical documents
Commonly requested items. The official checklist for your visa category always takes priority.
- Passport
- Visa application form and photo
- Day-by-day itinerary
- Flight and hotel reservations
- Bank statements / ITR showing funds
- Invitation and guarantee letters if a Japanese host sponsors the trip
Processing time and fees
Processing
Processing usually takes several working days after submission; check the embassy or consulate page for your jurisdiction.
Government fees
The visa fee (where charged) is listed by the Japanese embassy/consulates in India; the visa centre adds a service charge.
Providers that cover Japan
Sample prices17 listed providers file Japan tourist applications for Indian passports. Totals below are illustrative sample figures (service + estimated government fee), not quotes. You can also apply yourself on the official portal above.
TT Services9–23 days · sample₹7,470sample total
Visagov7–18 days · sample₹7,470sample total
Stamp My Visa6–16 days · sample₹7,890sample total
iVisa7–17 days · sample₹8,300sample total
BLS International12–29 days · sample₹8,300sample total
OneVasco7–18 days · sample₹8,300sample total
Tips before you apply
- Apply at the centre covering the state where you live.
- Prepare a realistic day-by-day itinerary.
- Show your eVISA on your phone or printed at check-in and immigration.
Japan visa FAQ for Indians
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