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Japan India passport holders need a visa for Japan, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa.
Yes, an e-Visa is required
- Entry requirement
- e-Visa
- Maximum stay
- Set by the visa
- Apply before travel
- Yes
- Last updated
- February 2026
How to apply
Checked November 2026⚠️ MOFA warns about fraudulent websites that imitate the JAPAN eVISA site and about fake sites, social media and emails seeking payment from visa applicants. Use only the official links below.
JAPAN eVISA (single-entry short-term tourist visa)
- Fee
- Standard visa fee, about JPY 15,000 equivalent for a single-entry visa from 1 July 2026 (paid in local currency; may differ or be waived by nationality)
- Valid for
- Single entry
- Stay
- Up to 90 days (15 or 30 days for some nationals applying from China, Viet Nam or the Philippines)
- Processing
- About one week when all requirements are met; an interview may be requested
- Apply
- Apply well ahead of travel; only for residents of listed countries (e.g. Australia, Brazil, Cambodia, Canada, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Taiwan, UK, USA) who are not visa-exempt
At the border
- Many nationalities are visa-exempt for short stays (commonly up to 90 days); check the MOFA visa-exempt list for your passport.
- Visas cannot be obtained on arrival or inside Japan; apply at the Japanese mission covering your place of residence, an accredited agency, or JAPAN eVISA where available.
- eVISA holders must show the online 'Visa issuance notice' live on a connected device at the airport; screenshots, PDFs and printouts are not accepted.
- Visit Japan Web (vjw.digital.go.jp) lets you register immigration and customs details in advance and show a QR code on arrival.
- Paid work is not allowed on a short-term stay; landing permission is decided by the immigration officer.
- MOFA strongly recommends travel medical insurance for the trip.
Recent changes
- July 2026: visa fees increased; applications accepted from 1 July 2026 cost about JPY 15,000 (single entry) or JPY 30,000 (multiple entry) in local-currency equivalent.
- May 2026: the JAPAN eVISA list (as of 15 May 2026) covers residents of Australia, Brazil, Cambodia, Canada, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Taiwan, the UK and the USA, with agency-based online applications in China, India, Indonesia, Korea, Singapore, UAE and others.
- June 2025: visa-exempt stay for UAE ordinary passport holders was extended; May 2025: visa waiver announced for nationals of Paraguay.
Official source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan - Visa · Not yet confirmed officially: Passport validity rule (no fixed minimum stated on the pages read), Planned JESTA pre-travel authorization: no official launch date confirmed on the pages read, Exact visa-exempt stay length per nationality (see MOFA visa-exempt list)
What India passport holders need to do
- Apply on the destination's official e-Visa portal.
- Upload a passport scan and a photo, then pay the fee online.
- Save or print the approved e-Visa and present it at the border.
India is one of 7 passports in the “e-visa” group for Japan. See the full Japan visa requirements for every passport.
Easier alternatives in Asia for India passport holders
Japan is one of 47 destinations in the “e-visa” group for the India passport, which ranks #70 worldwide with a mobility score of 59. Of 49 destinations in Asia, 19 need no visa arranged in advance; the easiest are listed below.
| Destination | Requirement | Max stay |
|---|---|---|
 Bhutan | Visa-free | 14 days |
 Iran | Visa-free | 15 days |
 Kazakhstan | Visa-free | 14 days |
 Macau | Visa-free | 30 days |
 Malaysia | Visa-free | – |
 Nepal | Visa-free | – |
 Palestine | Visa-free | – |
 Philippines | Visa-free | 14 days |
 Thailand | Visa-free | 60 days |
 Cambodia | Visa on arrival | – |
 Indonesia | Visa on arrival | – |
 Jordan | Visa on arrival | – |
Frequently asked questions
Do Indian citizens need a visa for Japan?
India passport holders need a visa for Japan, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa.
Can Indian citizens apply for Japan visa online?
Yes. India passport holders are eligible for an e-Visa to Japan, so the application can be completed online without visiting an embassy.
Do Japan citizens need a visa for India?
Japan passport holders can get a visa on arrival in India, so no application is needed before travelling.
Japan visa requirements for other passports
Data last updated February 2026. This page covers short visits such as tourism. Rules can change at short notice and differ for work, study or long stays. Confirm with the embassy or official immigration website of Japan before you book.