Overview Japan Tourist Visa, grants foreign tourists the right to explore the land of the rising sun. Gone are the days when visiting a foreign country was a dream due to the stringent visa application rules. With the different types of Japanese visas, one can easily study, work, and even satiate their wanderlust in one of the most beautiful countries on Earth. Documents Requirement for a Japan Tourist Visa 1. Standard Visa Application: • Valid Indian Passport: With at least six months validity remaining beyond the intended stay in Japan. • Visa Application Form: Fill in all sections of the Visa Application Form and sign it. • Recent Photograph: Passport-sized photo adhering to the specifications. • Travel Itinerary: Detailed day-to-day plan of your trip to Japan. • Proof of Accommodation: Hotel reservations or a letter of invitation from a host in Japan. • Proof of Financial Means: Bank statements, salary slips, or other documents proving you have sufficient funds to support your stay in Japan. 2. Simplified Visa Application (for Multiple-Entry Visas): In a bid to boost tourism, Japan has introduced a simplified visa process for Indian citizens applying for multiple-entry visas. The requirements are: • Valid Indian Passport: Your Indian passport needs to have at least six months of remaining validity. • Visa Application Form: Make sure to fully fill out and sign the Visa Application Form. • Proof of Sufficient Funds: Documents showing you have enough funds to support your trip. Process for The Application of The Japanese Tourist Visa 1. Standard Visa (Single Entry): • Documents: Passport, Application Form, Photo, Itinerary, Proof of stay & funds. • Schedule a VFS appointment online. • Submit the application & pay fee. • Track online. 2. Simplified Visa (Multiple-Entry): • Check eligibility: Frequent Travelers. • Documents: Passport, Application, Proof of funds. • Submit through a registered travel agency. • The travel agency updates you, and you can collect your passport. 3. E-Visa (Online): • Eligibility: Indian citizens traveling to Japan for tourism purpose and entering by air. • Process: 1. Visit the VFS Global site for online Japan visa applications from India. 2. Provide the necessary details in the online application form. 3. Upload the required documents - scanned copies of passport, photograph, travel itinerary, proof of accommodation, and financial documents. 4. Pay the visa processing fee online. 5. Receive a visa issuance notice on your mobile device upon approval. 6. Present the visa issuance notice at the airport upon arrival in Japan. Type of Japanese Tourist Visa Visa Type Number of Entries Validity Fees Application Process Single Entry Single Up to 90 Days Rs. 500 VFS Global or Travel Agency Multiple Entries Multiple Up to 90 Days Rs. 500 VFS Global or Travel Agency E-Visa Single Up to 90 Days Rs. 500 Online *VFS charges are not included. Common Reasons for Delay or Rejection of the Japanese Tourist Visa Application Reason for Rejection Explanation Incomplete /Missing Documents Ensure accuracy in all fields and upload all required documents. Invalid/Expired Passport The passport must have a validity of 6 months duration. Photograph Issues Meet photo size and format requirements. Vague Itinerary & Unconfirmed Bookings Provide a detailed travel plan with confirmed bookings. Criminal History/Security Concerns May result in rejection. Insufficient Funds Prove you can support yourself financially. Political Situation It can affect visa processing.
