Visa Information
Visa Types
Select the visa type that is right for you to see important information on visa fees, documents required, forms, photo specifications and processing times.
Temporary Visitor Visa for Sightseeing without Guarantor
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Overview
This visa allows people to visit Japan for a holiday or recreation for a stay up to 90 days.
Authorization letter required for Visa Application Submission and Counter collection is required if any agent/relative /representative submit the visa application.
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Visa Fees
You must pay the applicable Visa fee and Service charge when submitting your application. The Visa fees are determined based on your Nationality and Type of Entry to Japan. Please refer to the table given below to know your visa fees.
Visa Fees (Effective 01 April 2023):
Nationality Single Entry Multiple Entry Transit Indian INR 500 INR 500 INR 50 Other Nationals INR 1,800 INR 3,550 INR 400 Please Note:
- Visa Fee is refunded only if the visa is not approved by the Consulate.
- There is a service charge of INR 800/- and the charges of courier INR 550/- ( inclusive of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @9% and CGST @9%) levied per application over and above the visa fees effective 01 April 2024.
- Service charge will be levied on applicants exempted from paying visa fees.
- All charges (Visa Fee, Service charges and other optional charges) are to be paid in cash only in INR in Kolkata.
NOTE: All VFS Service Charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @ 9% and CGST @ 9%.
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Documents Required
Checklist List of Visa Applicants Letter of Guarantee Letter of Invitation Travel Itinerary Details of Company Organization Note: The applicant may be required to submit additional documents which are deemed necessary for the examination of The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
Note: Kindly arrange the documents in the same order as outlined in Document Checklist and attach a copy of it along with your visa application form.
Important-Please note all photocopies should be on A4 size only
Note:
- 6 months bank statement/ Deposited Balance Certificate required with original Stamp and signature from the bank authority.
- Last 3 years Income Tax Return (ITR).
- Air ticket And Hotels booking are only required, not confirmed.
Note: Kindly arrange the documents in the same order as outlined in Document Checklist and attach a copy of it along with your visa application form.
Note: Applicant travelling to third country before and after travelling to Japan need to submit third countries visa copy.
Note:
- NOC from the company is required.
- Work from home letter is required if workplace is out of jurisdiction (West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Odisha) .
Important-Please note all photocopies should be on A4 size only
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Photo Specifications
Please submit One Photograph along with your visa application. The photograph must be:
- Not more than 6 months old.
- Photograph should not be used in any of the previous visa.
- 45mm x 35 mm or 2inch x 1.4inch
- Coloured, with plain White background.
- Hair should be tied & no spectacle’s
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly. (70% face coverage)
- No outline border in the photograph.
- Photos with Glossy finish.
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Processing Time
The timelines given by The Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata for the processing of each application is minimum 05 working days from the day it is submitted at The Consulate General of Japan.
Please Note: -
Please note that this is an indicative processing time only. Processing time may increase or decrease at the discretion of the The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
VFS Global is involved only in non-judgmental task of visa processing and does not play any role in processing the visa application as this is entirely the prerogative of the Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
If any additional document asked by The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata then at least minimum 5 working days required for visa processing from the date of additional documents submission.
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Download Form
Please submit one completed and signed Visa Application form along with your application.
Visa Application Form
Temporary Visitor Visa for Sightseeing with Guarantor
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Overview
This visa allows people to visit Japan for a holiday or recreation, or to visit family and/or friends for a stay up to 90 days.
Authorization letter required for Visa Application Submission and Counter collection is required if any agent/relative /representative submit the visa application.
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Visa Fees
You must pay the applicable Visa fee and Service charge when submitting your application. The Visa fees are determined based on your Nationality and Type of Entry to Japan. Please refer to the table given below to know your visa fees.
Visa Fees (Effective 01 April 2023):
Nationality Single Entry Multiple Entry Transit Indian INR 500 INR 500 INR 50 Other Nationals INR 1,800 INR 3,550 INR 400 Please Note:
- Visa Fee is refunded only if the visa is not approved by the Consulate.
- There is a service charge of INR 800/- and the charges of courier INR 550/- ( inclusive of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @9% and CGST @9%) levied per application over and above the visa fees effective 01 April 2024.
- Service charge will be levied on applicants exempted from paying visa fees.
- All charges (Visa Fee, Service charges and other optional charges) are to be paid in cash only in INR in Kolkata.
NOTE: All VFS Service Charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @ 9% and CGST @ 9%.
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Documents Required
Checklist List of Visa Applicants Letter of Guarantee Letter of Invitation Travel Itinerary Details of Company Organization Note: The applicant may be required to submit additional documents which are deemed necessary for the examination of The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
Note: Kindly arrange the documents in the same order as outlined in Document Checklist and attach a copy of it along with your visa application form.
Note: Applicant travelling to third country before and after travelling to Japan need to submit third countries visa copy.
Note:
- NOC from the company is required.
- Work from home letter is required if workplace is out of jurisdiction (West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Odisha) .
Important-Please note all photocopies should be on A4 size only
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Photo Specifications
Please submit One Photograph along with your visa application. The photograph must be:
- Not more than 6 months old.
- Photograph should not be used in any of the previous visa.
- 45mm x 35 mm or 2inch x 1.4inch
- Coloured, with plain White background.
- Hair should be tied & no spectacle’s
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly. (70% face coverage)
- No outline border in the photograph.
- Photos with Glossy finish.
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Processing Time
The timelines given by The Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata for the processing of each application is minimum 05 working days from the day it is submitted at The Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata.
Please Note: -
Please note that this is an indicative processing time only. Processing time may increase or decrease at the discretion of the The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
VFS Global is involved only in non-judgmental task of visa processing and does not play any role in processing the visa application as this is entirely the prerogative of the The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
If any additional document asked by The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata then at least minimum 5 working days required for visa processing from the date of additional documents submission.
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Download Form
Please submit one completed and signed Visa Application form along with your application.
Visa Application Form
Business Affairs/ Market Research/ Conference Visa
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Overview
This visa allows business people to make a short business visit to Japan for up to 90 days during your visa validity period. Business activities may include a conference, negotiation or exploratory business visit.
Authorization letter required for Visa Application Submission and Counter collection is required if any agent/relative /representative submit the visa application.
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Visa Fees
You must pay the applicable Visa fee and Service charge when submitting your application. The Visa fees are determined based on your Nationality and Type of Entry to Japan. Please refer to the table given below to know your visa fees.
Visa Fees (Effective 01 April 2023):
Nationality Single Entry Multiple Entry Transit Indian INR 500 INR 500 INR 50 Other Nationals INR 1,800 INR 3,550 INR 400 Please Note:
- Visa Fee is refunded only if the visa is not approved by the Consulate.
- There is a service charge of INR 800/- and the charges of courier INR 550/- ( inclusive of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @9% and CGST @9%) levied per application over and above the visa fees effective 01 April 2024.
- Service charge will be levied on applicants exempted from paying visa fees.
- All charges (Visa Fee, Service charges and other optional charges) are to be paid in cash only in INR in Kolkata.
NOTE: All VFS Service Charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @ 9% and CGST @ 9%.
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Documents Required
Checklist List of Visa Applicants Letter of Guarantee Letter of Invitation Travel Itinerary Details of Company Organization Note: The applicant may be required to submit additional documents which are deemed necessary for the examination of The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
Note: Kindly arrange the documents in the same order as outlined in Document Checklist and attach a copy of it along with your visa application form.
Note: Applicant travelling to third country before and after travelling to Japan need to submit third countries visa copy.
Note:
- NOC from the company is required.
- Work from home letter is required if workplace is out of jurisdiction (West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Odisha) .
Important-Please note all photocopies should be on A4 size only
Photo Specifications
Please submit One Photograph along with your visa application. The photograph must be:
- Not more than 6 months old.
- Photograph should not be used in any of the previous visa.
- 45mm x 35 mm or 2inch x 1.4inch
- Coloured, with plain White background.
- Hair should be tied & no spectacle’s
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly. (70% face coverage)
- No outline border in the photograph.
- Photos with Glossy finish.
Processing Time
The timelines given by The Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata for the processing of each application is minimum 05 working days from the day it is submitted at The Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata.
Please Note: -
Please note that this is an indicative processing time only. Processing time may increase or decrease at the discretion of the The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
VFS Global is involved only in non-judgmental task of visa processing and does not play any role in processing the visa application as this is entirely the prerogative of the The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
If any additional document asked by The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata then at least minimum 5 working days required for visa processing from the date of additional documents submission.
Download Form
Please submit one completed and signed Visa Application form along with your application.
Visa Application Form Multiple Entry Business Visa
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Overview
This visa allows business people to make multiple short business visit to Japan for up to 90 days during your visa validity period. Business activities may include a conference, negotiation or exploratory business visit.
Authorization letter required for Visa Application Submission and Counter collection is required if any agent/relative /representative submit the visa application.
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Visa Fees
You must pay the applicable Visa fee and Service charge when submitting your application. The Visa fees are determined based on your Nationality and Type of Entry to Japan. Please refer to the table given below to know your visa fees.
Visa Fees (Effective 01 April 2023):
Nationality Single Entry Multiple Entry Transit Indian INR 500 INR 500 INR 50 Other Nationals INR 1,800 INR 3,550 INR 400 Please Note:
- Visa Fee is refunded only if the visa is not approved by the Consulate.
- There is a service charge of INR 800/- and the charges of courier INR 550/- ( inclusive of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @9% and CGST @9%) levied per application over and above the visa fees effective 01 April 2024.
- Service charge will be levied on applicants exempted from paying visa fees.
- All charges (Visa Fee, Service charges and other optional charges) are to be paid in cash only in INR in Kolkata.
NOTE: All VFS Service Charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @ 9% and CGST @ 9%.
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Documents Required
Checklist List of Visa Applicants Letter of Guarantee Letter of Invitation Travel Itinerary Details of Company Organization Note: The applicant may be required to submit additional documents which are deemed necessary for the examination of The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
Note: Kindly arrange the documents in the same order as outlined in Document Checklist and attach a copy of it along with your visa application form.
Note: Applicant travelling to third country before and after travelling to Japan need to submit third countries visa copy.
Note:
- NOC from the company is required.
- Work from home letter is required if workplace is out of jurisdiction (West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Odisha) .
Important-Please note all photocopies should be on A4 size only
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Photo Specifications
Please submit One Photograph along with your visa application. The photograph must be:
- Not more than 6 months old.
- Photograph should not be used in any of the previous visa.
- 45mm x 35 mm or 2inch x 1.4inch
- Coloured, with plain White background.
- Hair should be tied & no spectacle’s
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly. (70% face coverage)
- No outline border in the photograph.
- Photos with Glossy finish.
-
Processing Time
The timelines given by The Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata for the processing of each application is minimum 05 working days from the day it is submitted at The Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata.
Please Note: -
Please note that this is an indicative processing time only. Processing time may increase or decrease at the discretion of the The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
VFS Global is involved only in non-judgmental task of visa processing and does not play any role in processing the visa application as this is entirely the prerogative of the The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
If any additional document asked by The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata then at least minimum 5 working days required for visa processing from the date of additional documents submission.
-
Download Form
Please submit one completed and signed Visa Application form along with your application.
Visa Application Form
Transit Visa
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Overview
This visa allows people to transit through Japan.
Authorization letter required for Visa Application Submission and Counter collection is required if any agent/relative /representative submit the visa application.
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Visa Fees
You must pay the applicable Visa fee and Service charge when submitting your application. The Visa fees are determined based on your Nationality and Type of Entry to Japan. Please refer to the table given below to know your visa fees.
Visa Fees (Effective 01 April 2023):
Nationality TRANSIT VISA Indian 50 Other Nationals 400 Please Note:
- Visa Fee is refunded only if the visa is not approved by the Consulate.
- There is a service charge of INR 800/- and the charges of courier INR 550/- ( inclusive of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @9% and CGST @9%) levied per application over and above the visa fees effective 01 April 2024.
- Service charge will be levied on applicants exempted from paying visa fees.
- All charges (Visa Fee, Service charges and other optional charges) are to be paid in cash only in INR in Kolkata.
NOTE: All VFS Service Charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @ 9% and CGST @ 9%.
-
Documents Required
Checklist List of Visa Applicants Letter of Guarantee Letter of Invitation Travel Itinerary Details of Company Organization Note: The applicant may be required to submit additional documents which are deemed necessary for the examination of The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
Note: Kindly arrange the documents in the same order as outlined in Document Checklist and attach a copy of it along with your visa application form.
Note:
- NOC from the company is required.
- Work from home letter is required if workplace is out of jurisdiction (West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Odisha) .
Important-Please note all photocopies should be on A4 size only
-
Photo Specifications
Please submit One Photograph along with your visa application. The photograph must be:
- Not more than 6 months old.
- Photograph should not be used in any of the previous visa.
- 45mm x 35 mm or 2inch x 1.4inch
- Coloured, with plain White background.
- Hair should be tied & no spectacle’s
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly. (70% face coverage)
- No outline border in the photograph.
- Photos with Glossy finish.
-
Processing Time
The timelines given by The Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata for the processing of each application is minimum 05 working days from the day it is submitted at The Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata.
Please Note: -
Please note that this is an indicative processing time only. Processing time may increase or decrease at the discretion of the The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
VFS Global is involved only in non-judgmental task of visa processing and does not play any role in processing the visa application as this is entirely the prerogative of the The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
If any additional document asked by The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata then at least minimum 5 working days required for visa processing from the date of additional documents submission.
-
Download Form
Please submit one completed and signed Visa Application form along with your application.
Visa Application Form
Medical Stay Visa
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Overview
This visa allows patients to travel to Japan for medical treatment or medical consultations.
Authorization letter required for Visa Application Submission and Counter collection is required if any agent/relative /representative submit the visa application.
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Visa Fees
You must pay the applicable Visa fee and Service charge when submitting your application. The Visa fees are determined based on your Nationality and Type of Entry to Japan. Please refer to the table given below to know your visa fees.
Visa Fees (Effective 01 April 2023):
Nationality Single Entry Multiple Entry Transit Indian INR 500 INR 500 INR 50 Other Nationals INR 1,800 INR 3,550 INR 400 Please Note:
- Visa Fee is refunded only if the visa is not approved by the Consulate.
- There is a service charge of INR 800/- and the charges of courier INR 550/- ( inclusive of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @9% and CGST @9%) levied per application over and above the visa fees effective 01 April 2024.
- Service charge will be levied on applicants exempted from paying visa fees.
NOTE: All VFS Service Charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @ 9% and CGST @ 9%.
-
Documents Required
Checklist List of Visa Applicants Letter of Guarantee Letter of Invitation Travel Itinerary Details of Company Organization Note: The applicant may be required to submit additional documents which are deemed necessary for the examination of The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
Note: Kindly arrange the documents in the same order as outlined in Document Checklist and attach a copy of it along with your visa application form.
Important-Please note all photocopies should be on A4 size only
-
Photo Specifications
Please submit One Photograph along with your visa application. The photograph must be:
- Not more than 6 months old.
- Photograph should not be used in any of the previous visa.
- 45mm x 35 mm or 2inch x 1.4inch
- Coloured, with plain White background.
- Hair should be tied & no spectacle’s
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly. (70% face coverage)
- No outline border in the photograph.
- Photos with Glossy finish.
-
Processing Time
The timelines given by The Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata for the processing of each application is minimum 05 working days from the day it is submitted at The Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata.
Please Note: -
Please note that this is an indicative processing time only. Processing time may increase or decrease at the discretion of the The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
VFS Global is involved only in non-judgmental task of visa processing and does not play any role in processing the visa application as this is entirely the prerogative of the The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
If any additional document asked by The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata then at least minimum 5 working days required for visa processing from the date of additional documents submission.
-
Download Form
Please submit one completed and signed Visa Application form along with your application.
Visa Application Form
Long Term Stay with Certificate of Eligibility (COE)
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Overview
This visa allows people to stay in Japan and during which they performs paid work in Japan, a stay over 90 days as a Student/researcher/engineer etc.
When an application for visa is made for the purpose of employment, residency, etc. in Japan, it is necessary for a person / organization in Japan to obtain the “Certificate of Eligibility” and for the visa applicant to file a visa application to the Japanese embassy/consulate-general by submitting the original copy of the Certificate of Eligibility.
In order to obtain the Certificate of Eligibility, a person / organization in Japan should make an application with the nearest Regional Immigration Bureau of the Ministry of Justice to the person / organization’s place of residence in Japan (an application for Certificate of Eligibility cannot be made at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs).
Authorization letter required for Visa Application Submission and Counter collection is required if any agent/relative /representative submit the visa application.
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Visa Fees
Visa Fees (Effective 01 April 2023):
Nationality Single Entry Multiple Entry Transit Indian INR 500 INR 500 INR 50 Other Nationals INR 1,800 INR 3,550 INR 400 Please Note:
- Visa Fee is refunded only if the visa is not approved by the Consulate.
- There is a service charge of INR 800/- and the charges of courier INR 550/- ( inclusive of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @9% and CGST @9%) levied per application over and above the visa fees effective 01 April 2024.
- Service charge will be levied on applicants exempted from paying visa fees.
- All charges (Visa Fee, Service charges and other optional charges) are to be paid in cash only in INR in Kolkata.
NOTE: All VFS Service Charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @ 9% and CGST @ 9%.
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Documents Required
Checklist List of Visa Applicants Letter of Guarantee Letter of Invitation Travel Itinerary Details of Company Organization Other documents for COE application along with checklist documents:
- For employment application: Experience letter, highest degree certificate, contract /Offer letter/acceptance letter are required.
- For Language Study application: Required all documents that applicant had to submit at the time of COE submission in Japan.
- For Technical Intern Training application: provide a letter from the sending organization, applicant self-working photos and company banner photograph.
Note: The applicant may be required to submit additional documents which are deemed necessary for the examination of The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
Note: Kindly arrange the documents in the same order as outlined in Document Checklist and attach a copy of it along with your visa application form.
Note:
- NOC from the company is required.
- Work from home letter is required if workplace is out of jurisdiction (West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Odisha) .
Important-Please note all photocopies should be on A4 size only
-
Photo Specifications
Please submit One Photograph along with your visa application. The photograph must be:
- Not more than 6 months old.
- Photograph should not be used in any of the previous visa.
- 45mm x 35 mm or 2inch x 1.4inch
- Coloured, with plain White background.
- Hair should be tied & no spectacle’s
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly. (70% face coverage)
- No outline border in the photograph.
- Photos with Glossy finish.
-
Processing Time
The timelines given by The Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata for the processing of each application is minimum 05 working days from the day it is submitted at The Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata.
Please Note: -
Please note that this is an indicative processing time only. Processing time may increase or decrease at the discretion of the The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
VFS Global is involved only in non-judgmental task of visa processing and does not play any role in processing the visa application as this is entirely the prerogative of the The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
If any additional document asked by The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata then at least minimum 5 working days required for visa processing from the date of additional documents submission.
-
Download Form
Please submit one completed and signed Visa Application form along with your application.
Visa Application Form
Family Members of the Indians with Japanese Employment Visa
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Overview
This visa allows people to visit their family member in Japan who are on an Employment Visa.
Authorization letter required for Visa Application Submission and Counter collection is required if any agent/relative /representative submit the visa application.
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Visa Fees
You must pay the applicable Visa fee and Service charge when submitting your application. The Visa fees are determined based on your Nationality and Type of Entry to Japan. Please refer to the table given below to know your visa fees.
Visa Fees (Effective 01 April 2023):
Nationality Single Entry Multiple Entry Transit Indian INR 500 INR 500 INR 50 Other Nationals INR 1,800 INR 3,550 INR 400 Please Note:
- Visa Fee is refunded only if the visa is not approved by the Consulate.
- There is a service charge of INR 800/- and the charges of courier INR 550/- ( inclusive of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @9% and CGST @9%) levied per application over and above the visa fees effective 01 April 2024.
- Service charge will be levied on applicants exempted from paying visa fees.
- All charges (Visa Fee, Service charges and other optional charges) are to be paid in cash only in INR in Kolkata.
NOTE: All VFS Service Charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @ 9% and CGST @ 9%.
-
Documents Required
Checklist List of Visa Applicants Letter of Guarantee Letter of Invitation Travel Itinerary Details of Company Organization Note: The applicant may be required to submit additional documents which are deemed necessary for the examination of The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
Note: Kindly arrange the documents in the same order as outlined in Document Checklist and attach a copy of it along with your visa application form.
Important-Please note all photocopies should be on A4 size only
-
Photo Specifications
Please submit One Photograph along with your visa application. The photograph must be:
- Not more than 6 months old.
- Photograph should not be used in any of the previous visa.
- 45mm x 35 mm or 2inch x 1.4inch
- Coloured, with plain White background.
- Hair should be tied & no spectacle’s
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly. (70% face coverage)
- No outline border in the photograph.
- Photos with Glossy finish.
-
Processing Time
The timelines given by The Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata for the processing of each application is minimum 05 working days from the day it is submitted at The Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata.
Please Note: -
Please note that this is an indicative processing time only. Processing time may increase or decrease at the discretion of the The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
VFS Global is involved only in non-judgmental task of visa processing and does not play any role in processing the visa application as this is entirely the prerogative of the The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
If any additional document asked by The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata then at least minimum 5 working days required for visa processing from the date of additional documents submission.
-
Download Form
Please submit one completed and signed Visa Application form along with your application.
Visa Application Form
Internship / Interview / Conference Visa for Student
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Overview
This visa allows students to visit Japan for Internship / Interview / Conference for a stay up to 90 days.
Authorization letter required for Visa Application Submission and Counter collection is required if any agent/relative /representative submit the visa application.
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Visa Fees
You must pay the applicable Visa fee and Service charge when submitting your application. The Visa fees are determined based on your Nationality and Type of Entry to Japan. Please refer to the table given below to know your visa fees.
Visa Fees (Effective 01 April 2023):
Nationality Single Entry Multiple Entry Transit Indian INR 500 INR 500 INR 50 Other Nationals INR 1,800 INR 3,550 INR 400 Please Note:
- Visa Fee is refunded only if the visa is not approved by the Consulate.
- There is a service charge of INR 800/- and the charges of courier INR 550/- ( inclusive of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @9% and CGST @9%) levied per application over and above the visa fees effective 01 April 2024.
- Service charge will be levied on applicants exempted from paying visa fees.
- All charges (Visa Fee, Service charges and other optional charges) are to be paid in cash only in INR in Kolkata.
NOTE: All VFS Service Charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @ 9% and CGST @ 9%.
-
Documents Required
Checklist List of Visa Applicants Letter of Guarantee Letter of Invitation Travel Itinerary Details of Company Organization Note: The applicant may be required to submit additional documents which are deemed necessary for the examination of The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
Note: Kindly arrange the documents in the same order as outlined in Document Checklist and attach a copy of it along with your visa application form.
Important-Please note all photocopies should be on A4 size only
-
Photo Specifications
Please submit One Photograph along with your visa application. The photograph must be:
- Not more than 6 months old.
- Photograph should not be used in any of the previous visa.
- 45mm x 35 mm or 2inch x 1.4inch
- Coloured, with plain White background.
- Hair should be tied & no spectacle’s
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly. (70% face coverage)
- No outline border in the photograph.
- Photos with Glossy finish.
-
Processing Time
The timelines given by The Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata for the processing of each application is minimum 05 working days from the day it is submitted at The Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata.
Please Note: -
Please note that this is an indicative processing time only. Processing time may increase or decrease at the discretion of the The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
VFS Global is involved only in non-judgmental task of visa processing and does not play any role in processing the visa application as this is entirely the prerogative of the The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
If any additional document asked by The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata then at least minimum 5 working days required for visa processing from the date of additional documents submission.
-
Download Form
Please submit one completed and signed Visa Application form along with your application.
Visa Application Form
MULTIPLE ENTRY VISA UP TO 30 DAYS (TEMPORARY STAY) FOR INDIAN ORDINARY PASSPORT HOLDER
Who wish to apply for a multiple-entry visa as a temporary visitor
The visa is for the purpose of tourism, business affairs, and visits to relatives/ acquaintances, so it is not permitted to perform activities to undertake revenue generating business operations or activities to receive remuneration.
Eligibility for Applicant
- Individual who has travel record as temporary visitor to Japan in the last three years and who has ability to pay the travel expense
- Individual who has travel record as temporary visitor to Japan and travel records as temporary visitor to G7 countries (except Japan) in the last three years
- Individual with sufficient financial capacity
- Spouse or children of the individuals with sufficient financial capacity
Applicant with travel record to Japan in the last three years
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Overview
This Visa allows applicant who have track record of visit to Japan in last three years as temporary visitor, and who complied with the Japanese law and regulation during the stay in Japan. The applicant has ability to pay the travel expense.
Authorization letter required for Visa Application Submission and Counter collection is required if any agent/relative /representative submit the visa application.
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Visa Fees
You must pay the applicable Visa fee and Service charge when submitting your application. The Visa fees are determined based on your Nationality and Type of Entry to Japan. Please refer to the table given below to know your visa fees.
Visa Fees (Effective 01 April 2023):
Nationality Single Entry Multiple Entry Transit Indian INR 500 INR 500 INR 50 Other Nationals INR 1,800 INR 3,550 INR 400 Please Note:
- Visa Fee is refunded only if the visa is not approved by the Consulate.
- There is a service charge of INR 800/- and the charges of courier INR 550/- ( inclusive of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @9% and CGST @9%) levied per application over and above the visa fees effective 01 April 2024.
- Service charge will be levied on applicants exempted from paying visa fees.
- All charges (Visa Fee, Service charges and other optional charges) are to be paid in cash only in INR in Kolkata.
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Documents Required
Checklist List of Visa Applicants Letter of Guarantee Letter of Invitation Travel Itinerary Details of Company Organization Note: The applicant may be required to submit additional documents which are deemed necessary for the examination of The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
Note: Kindly arrange the documents in the same order as outlined in Document Checklist and attach a copy of it along with your visa application form.
Important-Please note all photocopies should be on A4 size only
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Photo Specifications
Please submit One Photograph along with your visa application. The photograph must be:
- Not more than 6 months old.
- Photograph should not be used in any of the previous visa.
- 45mm x 35 mm or 2inch x 1.4inch
- Coloured, with plain White background.
- Hair should be tied & no spectacle’s
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly. (70% face coverage)
- No outline border in the photograph.
- Photos with Glossy finish.
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Processing Time
The timelines given by Consulate General of Japan, Mumbai for the processing of each application is minimum 05 working days
The timelines given by The Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata for the processing of each application is minimum 05 working days from the day it is submitted at The Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata.
Please Note: -
Please note that this is an indicative processing time only. Processing time may increase or decrease at the discretion of the The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
VFS Global is involved only in non-judgmental task of visa processing and does not play any role in processing the visa application as this is entirely the prerogative of the The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
If any additional document asked by The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata then at least minimum 5 working days required for visa processing from the date of additional documents submission.
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Download Form
Please submit one completed and signed Visa Application form along with your application.
Visa Application Form
Applicant with sufficient financial capacity
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Overview
This visa allows applicants who are financially sufficient and ability to pay travel expenses
Authorization letter required for Visa Application Submission and Counter collection is required if any agent/relative /representative submit the visa application.
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Visa Fees
You must pay the applicable Visa fee and Service charge when submitting your application. The Visa fees are determined based on your Nationality and Type of Entry to Japan. Please refer to the table given below to know your visa fees.
Visa Fees (Effective 01 April 2023):
Nationality Single Entry Multiple Entry Transit Indian INR 500 INR 500 INR 50 Other Nationals INR 1,800 INR 3,550 INR 400 Please Note:
- Visa Fee is refunded only if the visa is not approved by the Consulate.
- There is a service charge of INR 800/- and the charges of courier INR 550/- ( inclusive of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @9% and CGST @9%) levied per application over and above the visa fees effective 01 April 2024.
- Service charge will be levied on applicants exempted from paying visa fees.
- All charges (Visa Fee, Service charges and other optional charges) are to be paid in cash only in INR in Kolkata.
-
Documents Required
Checklist List of Visa Applicants Letter of Guarantee Letter of Invitation Travel Itinerary Details of Company Organization Note: The applicant may be required to submit additional documents which are deemed necessary for the examination of The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
Note: Kindly arrange the documents in the same order as outlined in Document Checklist and attach a copy of it along with your visa application form.
Important-Please note all photocopies should be on A4 size only
-
Photo Specifications
Please submit One Photograph along with your visa application. The photograph must be:
- Not more than 6 months old.
- Photograph should not be used in any of the previous visa.
- 45mm x 35 mm or 2inch x 1.4inch
- Coloured, with plain White background.
- Hair should be tied & no spectacle’s
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly. (70% face coverage)
- No outline border in the photograph.
- Photos with Glossy finish.
-
Processing Time
The timelines given by The Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata for the processing of each application is minimum 05 working days from the day it is submitted at The Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata.
Please Note: -
Please note that this is an indicative processing time only. Processing time may increase or decrease at the discretion of the The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
VFS Global is involved only in non-judgmental task of visa processing and does not play any role in processing the visa application as this is entirely the prerogative of the The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
If any additional document asked by The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata then at least minimum 5 working days required for visa processing from the date of additional documents submission.
-
Download Form
Please submit one completed and signed Visa Application form along with your application
Visa Application Form
Spouse or children of the individuals with sufficient financial capacity
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Overview
This visa allows spouse or child of the persons who are financially sufficient and ability to pay travel expenses.
Authorization letter required for Visa Application Submission and Counter collection is required if any agent/relative /representative submit the visa application.
-
Visa Fees
You must pay the applicable Visa fee and Service charge when submitting your application. The Visa fees are determined based on your Nationality and Type of Entry to Japan. Please refer to the table given below to know your visa fees.
Visa Fees (Effective 01 April 2023):
Nationality Single Entry Multiple Entry Transit Indian INR 500 INR 500 INR 50 Other Nationals INR 1,800 INR 3,550 INR 400 Please Note:
- Visa Fee is refunded only if the visa is not approved by the Consulate.
- There is a service charge of INR 800/- and the charges of courier INR 550/- ( inclusive of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @9% and CGST @9%) levied per application over and above the visa fees effective 01 April 2024.
- Service charge will be levied on applicants exempted from paying visa fees.
- All charges (Visa Fee, Service charges and other optional charges) are to be paid in cash only in INR in Kolkata.
-
Documents Required
Checklist List of Visa Applicants Letter of Guarantee Letter of Invitation Travel Itinerary Details of Company Organization Note: The applicant may be required to submit additional documents which are deemed necessary for the examination of The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
Note: Kindly arrange the documents in the same order as outlined in Document Checklist and attach a copy of it along with your visa application form.
Important-Please note all photocopies should be on A4 size only
-
Photo Specifications
Please submit One Photograph along with your visa application. The photograph must be:
- Not more than 6 months old.
- Photograph should not be used in any of the previous visa.
- 45mm x 35 mm or 2inch x 1.4inch
- Coloured, with plain White background.
- Hair should be tied & no spectacle’s
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly. (70% face coverage)
- No outline border in the photograph.
- Photos with Glossy finish.
-
Processing Time
The timelines given by The Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata for the processing of each application is minimum 05 working days from the day it is submitted at The Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata.
Please Note: -
Please note that this is an indicative processing time only. Processing time may increase or decrease at the discretion of the The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
VFS Global is involved only in non-judgmental task of visa processing and does not play any role in processing the visa application as this is entirely the prerogative of the The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
If any additional document asked by The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata then at least minimum 5 working days required for visa processing from the date of additional documents submission.
-
Download Form
Please submit one completed and signed Visa Application form along with your application.
Visa Application Form
Applicant with travel records to Japan and G7 in the last three years
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Overview
This visa allows Individual who has travel record as temporary visitor to Japan and travel records as temporary visitor to G7 countries (except Japan) in the last three years
Authorization letter required for Visa Application Submission and Counter collection is required if any agent/relative /representative submit the visa application.
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Visa Fees
You must pay the applicable Visa fee and Service charge when submitting your application. The Visa fees are determined based on your Nationality and Type of Entry to Japan. Please refer to the table given below to know your visa fees.
Visa Fees (Effective 01 April 2023):
Nationality Single Entry Multiple Entry Transit Indian INR 500 INR 500 INR 50 Other Nationals INR 1,800 INR 3,550 INR 400 Please Note:
- Visa Fee is refunded only if the visa is not approved by the Consulate.
- There is a service charge of INR 800/- and the charges of courier INR 550/- ( inclusive of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @9% and CGST @9%) levied per application over and above the visa fees effective 01 April 2024.
- Service charge will be levied on applicants exempted from paying visa fees.
- All charges (Visa Fee, Service charges and other optional charges) are to be paid in cash only in INR in Kolkata.
-
Documents Required
Checklist List of Visa Applicants Letter of Guarantee Letter of Invitation Travel Itinerary Details of Company Organization Note: The applicant may be required to submit additional documents which are deemed necessary for the examination of The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
Note: Kindly arrange the documents in the same order as outlined in Document Checklist and attach a copy of it along with your visa application form.
Important-Please note all photocopies should be on A4 size only
-
Photo Specifications
Please submit One Photograph along with your visa application. The photograph must be:
- Not more than 6 months old.
- Photograph should not be used in any of the previous visa.
- 45mm x 35 mm or 2inch x 1.4inch
- Coloured, with plain White background.
- Hair should be tied & no spectacle’s
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly. (70% face coverage)
- No outline border in the photograph.
- Photos with Glossy finish.
-
Processing Time
The timelines given by The Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata for the processing of each application is minimum 05 working days from the day it is submitted at The Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata.
Please Note: -
Please note that this is an indicative processing time only. Processing time may increase or decrease at the discretion of the The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
VFS Global is involved only in non-judgmental task of visa processing and does not play any role in processing the visa application as this is entirely the prerogative of the The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
If any additional document asked by The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata then at least minimum 5 working days required for visa processing from the date of additional documents submission.
-
Download Form
Please submit one completed and signed Visa Application form along with your application.
Visa Application Form
APPLICATION PROCEDURES FOR MULTIPLE ENTRY VISA FOR INDIAN NATIONAL FOR BUSINESS PURPOSE, AND CULTURAL OR INTELLECTUAL FIGURES
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Overview
The following is an outline of application procedures for nationals of India who wish to apply for a multiple-entry visa for business purpose, and for cultural or intellectual figures (period of stay: 15, 30, or 90 days, visa validity: 1, 3, 5, 10 years). The visa is for the purpose of business affairs for the first visit, but from the second visit it is possible to use as tourist or visiting to relatives/ acquaintances as well. But it is not permitted to perform activities to undertake revenue generating business operations or activities to receive remuneration.
Authorization letter required for Visa Application Submission and Counter collection is required if any agent/relative /representative submit the visa application.
-
Visa Fees
You must pay the applicable Visa fee and Service charge when submitting your application. The Visa fees are determined based on your Nationality and Type of Entry to Japan. Please refer to the table given below to know your visa fees.
Visa Fees (Effective 01 April 2023):
Nationality Single Entry Multiple Entry Transit Indian INR 500 INR 500 INR 50 Other Nationals INR 1,800 INR 3,550 INR 400 Please Note:
- Visa Fee is refunded only if the visa is not approved by the Consulate.
- There is a service charge of INR 800/- and the charges of courier INR 550/- ( inclusive of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @9% and CGST @9%) levied per application over and above the visa fees effective 01 April 2024.
- Service charge will be levied on applicants exempted from paying visa fees.
- All charges (Visa Fee, Service charges and other optional charges) are to be paid in cash only in INR in Kolkata.
-
Documents Required
Checklist List of Visa Applicants Letter of Guarantee Letter of Invitation Travel Itinerary Details of Company Organization Note: The applicant may be required to submit additional documents which are deemed necessary for the examination of The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
Note: Kindly arrange the documents in the same order as outlined in Document Checklist and attach a copy of it along with your visa application form.
Important-Please note all photocopies should be on A4 size only
-
Photo Specifications
Please submit One Photograph along with your visa application. The photograph must be:
- Not more than 6 months old.
- Photograph should not be used in any of the previous visa.
- 45mm x 35 mm or 2inch x 1.4inch
- Coloured, with plain White background.
- Hair should be tied & no spectacle’s
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly. (70% face coverage)
- No outline border in the photograph.
- Photos with Glossy finish.
-
Processing Time
The timelines given by The Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata for the processing of each application is minimum 05 working days from the day it is submitted at The Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata.
Please Note: -
Please note that this is an indicative processing time only. Processing time may increase or decrease at the discretion of the The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
VFS Global is involved only in non-judgmental task of visa processing and does not play any role in processing the visa application as this is entirely the prerogative of the The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
If any additional document asked by The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata then at least minimum 5 working days required for visa processing from the date of additional documents submission.
-
Download Form
Please submit one completed and signed Visa Application form along with your application.
Visa Application Form
Single entry Visa for Short Stay with the purpose of Tourism for Indian Student
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Overview
This visa allows Single Entry visa for short stay with the purpose of tourism for Indian Students for stay up to 90 days.
Authorization letter required for Visa Application Submission and Counter collection is required if any agent/relative /representative submit the visa application.
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Visa Fees
You must pay the applicable Visa fee and Service charge when submitting your application. The Visa fees are determined based on your Nationality and Type of Entry to Japan. Please refer to the table given below to know your visa fees.
Visa Fees (Effective 01 April 2023):
Nationality Single Entry Indian INR 500 Please Note:
- Visa Fee is refunded only if the visa is not approved by the Consulate.
- There is a service charge of INR 800/- and the charges of courier INR 550/- (All VFS'S service charges are inclusive of Goods & Service Tax - SGST @ 9% AND CGST @ 9% ) levied per application over and above the visa fees effective 01 April 2024.
- Service charge will be levied on applicants exempted from paying visa fees.
-
Documents Required
Checklist List of Visa Applicants Letter of Guarantee Letter of Invitation Travel Itinerary Details of Company Organization Note: The applicant may be required to submit additional documents which are deemed necessary for the examination of The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata.
Note: Kindly arrange the documents in the same order as outlined in Document Checklist and attach a copy of it along with your visa application form.
Important-Please note all photocopies should be on A4 size only
Do not staple the documents
Prepare single set of common documents for families and group
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Photo Specifications
Please submit One Photograph along with your visa application. The photograph must be:
- Not more than 6 months old.
- Photograph should not be used in any of the previous visa.
- 45mm x 35 mm or 2inch x 1.4inch
- Coloured, with plain White background.
- Hair should be tied & no spectacle’s
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly. (70% face coverage)
- No outline border in the photograph.
- Photos with Glossy finish.
-
Processing Time
The timelines given by Consulate General of Japan, Mumbai for the processing of each application is minimum 04 working days from the day it is submitted at Consulate General of Japan, Mumbai.
Please Note: -
Please note that this is an indicative processing time only. Processing time may increase or decrease at the discretion of the Consulate General of Japan, Mumbai.
VFS Global is involved only in non-judgmental task of visa processing and does not play any role in processing the visa application as this is entirely the prerogative of the Consulate General of Japan, Mumbai.
If any additional document asked by The Consulate General of Japan, Kolkata then at least minimum 5 working days required for visa processing from the date of additional documents submission.
-
Download Form
Please submit one completed and signed Visa Application form along with your application
Visa Application Form