Japan Visa from India (2026) — Tourist Visa Guide

Japan is one of the cheapest sticker visas for Indian travellers — the consulate fee is just ₹450 for a single-entry visa. But it's also one of the most paperwork-heavy: Japan expects a meticulously detailed day-by-day itinerary that proves you know exactly where you'll be each night. Processing is relatively fast at 5-7 working days.

Japan visa types

• Single-entry tourist visa — ₹450 consulate fee. Valid for one visit of up to 15 days.
• Multiple-entry tourist visa — ₹900 consulate fee. Valid 1-5 years, multiple visits of up to 30 days each.
• Transit visa — ₹110. For transit stops exceeding 72 hours.

Documents

• Valid passport
• Completed visa application form
• One recent photograph (4.5x4.5 cm)
• Detailed day-by-day itinerary — this is what Japan actually cares about
• Flight itinerary (inbound and outbound)
• Hotel bookings for every single night of the trip
• Last 6 months bank statements
• ITR last 3 years, Form 16
• Employment letter + leave approval
• Cover letter explaining purpose

Why the itinerary matters so much for Japan

Unlike other consulates, Japan evaluates the plausibility of your trip plan in fine detail. A generic 'Tokyo for 5 days, Kyoto for 3 days' is not enough. The itinerary should specify which temples, restaurants, museums, and train routes you'll use each day. This isn't bureaucratic overkill — it's how Japan assesses whether you're a genuine tourist.

Processing time

Japan consular processing is 5-7 working days from submission, making it one of the fastest sticker visas from India. VFS Japan adds a day or two for logistics.

Frequently asked questions