Japan Visa Overview for Indian Travellers
Japan is one of the most sought-after destinations for Indian travellers, offering a blend of ancient temples, futuristic cities, and world-class cuisine. Indian nationals require a valid tourist visa to visit Japan and must apply through the Embassy of Japan or its authorised visa application centres.
The Japan tourist visa allows a stay of up to 30 days on a single-entry basis, with a visa validity of 90 days from the date of issue. All applications must be submitted at least 3 months before your planned travel date.
Japan Visa Fees for Indian Applicants
The total cost of a Japan tourist visa through Visaafy includes all embassy charges and our professional service fee. There are no hidden charges.
The Visaafy service fee includes document checklist, expert review, and application guidance from our experienced consultants.
Documents Required for Japan Visa from India
All Indian applicants must submit the following documents. Our team reviews your full document set before submission to minimise errors.
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Valid Passport Minimum 6 months validity beyond return date. At least 2 blank pages. Copies of previous visas (if any).
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Passport-Sized Photographs Recent photos, 35mm × 45mm, white background, as per Embassy guidelines.
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Detailed Day-Wise Itinerary A complete travel plan for every day of your stay in Japan is mandatory.
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Proof of Accommodation Hotel bookings, Airbnb confirmation, or invitation letter from host (if staying with family/friends).
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Return Flight Reservation Do not purchase tickets before visa approval. A reservation (not paid booking) is sufficient.
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Bank Statements (Last 3–6 Months) Stamped by bank. Must show consistent income and sufficient funds to cover trip expenses.
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Income Proof ITR, Form 16, or salary slips for the last 3 months (salaried). Business registration and company ITR for self-employed.
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Occupation Proof Salaried: NOC from employer. Self-employed: GST/incorporation certificate + cover letter on letterhead. Student: leave letter + school ID.
How to Apply for Japan Visa Through Visaafy
Our simple 4-step process is designed to be fast, transparent, and hassle-free.
Fill in your travel details
Select Japan, enter your travel date, number of travellers, and contact details on our application form.
Make a secure payment
Pay online — ₹4,790 total, no hidden charges. All transactions are encrypted and secure.
Upload your documents
Follow our expert-reviewed checklist. Our consultants verify your documents before submission to reduce rejection risk.
Track your application
Receive real-time updates on your application status. Expected decision: 5–7 working days from submission.
Japan Visa Processing Time from India
The standard processing time for a Japan tourist visa from India is 5–7 working days from the date of submission at the Embassy or VFS Global centre. Processing times may vary during peak travel seasons or due to high application volume at the Embassy.
Applications can be submitted up to 3 months before your travel date, but no earlier. The Embassy does not expedite applications based on travel schedules — always apply well in advance.
Common Reasons for Japan Visa Rejection
Understanding why visas get rejected helps you avoid them. Our document review process is specifically designed to address these issues before your application is submitted.