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.
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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
Nationality Single Entry Multiple Entry Indian INR 500 INR 500 Other Nationals INR 1800 INR 3550 Please Note:
- Visa Fee is refunded only if the visa is not approved by the Consulate.
- There is a service charge of INR 800 (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 2015.
- Service charge will be levied on applicants exempted from paying visa fees.
- Applicants submitting their application Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Pune and Goa may opt to receive their passport by courier to an office / residence address. This optional courier return service can be availed at a nominal additional cost of INR 550 (All VFS'S service charges are inclusive of Goods & Service Tax - SGST @ 9% AND CGST @ 9% ) per application.
- All charges (Visa Fee, Service charges and other optional charges) are to be paid in Cash & Credit/Debit card only for submission done in Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad & Goa.
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Documents Required
Requirement List Document Checklist Important Note:
- Valid Passport for 6 Months from Date of Entry
- Bank statements (Latest 3 months updated) can be accepted only in case the applicant does not have Form 16 or IT returns. A letter from the applicant mentioning the reason for not submitting the same is required.
- 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.
- 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
- 2 X 2 inch
- Face visibility should be 70% - 80%
- Colored, with plain white background
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly
- On a good quality paper
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Processing Time
The timelines given by Consulate General of Japan, Mumbai for the processing of each application is minimum 10 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.
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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.
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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
Nationality Single Entry Multiple Entry Indian INR 500 INR 500 Other Nationals INR 1800 INR 3550 Please Note:
- Visa Fee is refunded only if the visa is not approved by the Consulate.
- There is a service charge of INR 800 (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
- Service charge will be levied on applicants exempted from paying visa fees.
- Applicants submitting their application in Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Pune and Goa may opt to receive their passport by courier to an office / residence address. This optional courier return service can be availed at a nominal additional cost of INR 550(All VFS'S service charges are inclusive of Goods & Service Tax - SGST @ 9% AND CGST @ 9% ) per application.
- All charges (Visa Fee, Service charges and other optional charges) are to be paid in Cash & Credit/Debit card only for applications submitted in Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad & Goa.
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Documents Required
Requirement List Document Checklist Important Note:
- Valid Passport for 6 Months from Date of Entry
- Bank statements (Latest 3 months updated) can be accepted only in case the applicant does not have Form 16 or IT returns. A letter from the applicant mentioning the reason for not submitting the same is required.
- 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.
- 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
- 2 X 2 inch
- Face visibility should be 70% - 80%
- Colored, with plain white background
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly
- On a good quality paper
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Processing Time
The timelines given by Consulate General of Japan, Mumbai for the processing of each application is minimum 10 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.
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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.
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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
Nationality Single Entry Multiple Entry Indian INR 500 INR 500 Other Nationals INR 1800 INR 3550 Please Note:
- Visa Fee is refunded only if the visa is not approved by the Consulate.
- There is a service charge of INR 800 (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.
- Service charge will be levied on applicants exempted from paying visa fees.
- Applicants submitting their application in Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Pune and Goa may opt to receive their passport by courier to an office / residence address. This optional courier return service can be availed at a nominal additional cost of INR 550 (All VFS'S service charges are inclusive of Goods & Service Tax - SGST @ 9% AND CGST @ 9% ) per application.
- All charges (Visa Fee, Service charges and other optional charges) are to be paid in Cash & Credit/Debit card for all application submitted in Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad & Goa.
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Documents Required
Requirement List Document Checklist Important Note:
- Valid Passport for 6 Months from Date of Entry
- Bank statements (Latest 3 months updated) can be accepted only in case the applicant does not have Form 16 or IT returns. A letter from the applicant mentioning the reason for not submitting the same is required.
- 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.
- 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
- 2 X 2 inch
- Face visibility should be 70% - 80%
- Colored, with plain white background
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly
- On a good quality paper
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Processing Time
The timelines given by Consulate General of Japan, Mumbai for the processing of each application is minimum 10 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.
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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.
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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
Nationality Single Entry Multiple Entry Indian INR 500 INR 500 Other Nationals INR 1800 INR 3550 Please Note:
- Visa Fee is refunded only if the visa is not approved by the Consulate.
- There is a service charge of INR 800 (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.
- Service charge will be levied on applicants exempted from paying visa fees.
- Applicants submitting their application in Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Pune and Goa may opt to receive their passport by courier to an office / residence address. This optional courier return service can be availed at a nominal additional cost of INR 550 (All VFS'S service charges are inclusive of Goods & Service Tax - SGST @ 9% AND CGST @ 9% ) per application.
- All charges (Visa Fee, Service charges and other optional charges) are to be paid in Cash & Credit/Debit card for all applications submitted in Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad & Goa.
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Documents Required
Requirement List Document Checklist Important Note:
- Valid Passport for 6 Months from Date of Entry
- Bank statements (Latest 3 months updated) can be accepted only in case the applicant does not have Form 16 or IT returns. A letter from the applicant mentioning the reason for not submitting the same is required.
- 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.
- 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
- 2 X 2 inch
- Face visibility should be 70% - 80%
- Colored, with plain white background
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly
- On a good quality paper
-
Processing Time
The timelines given by Consulate General of Japan, Mumbai for the processing of each application is minimum 10 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.
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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.
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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
Nationality Visa Fee Indian INR 50 Other Nationals 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 (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.
- Service charge will be levied on applicants exempted from paying visa fees.
- Applicants submitting their application in Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Pune and Goa may opt to receive their passport by courier to an office / residence address. This optional courier return service can be availed at a nominal additional cost of INR 550 (All VFS'S service charges are inclusive of Goods & Service Tax - SGST @ 9% AND CGST @ 9% ) per application.
- All charges (Visa Fee, Service charges and other optional charges) are to be paid in Cash & Credit/Debit card for all applications submitted in Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad & Goa.
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Documents Required
Requirement List Document Checklist
Important Note:
- Valid Passport for 6 Months from Date of Entry
- Please note all photocopies should be on A4 size only
- 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.
- 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
- 2 X 2 inch
- Face visibility should be 70% - 80%
- Colored, with plain white background
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly
- On a good quality paper
-
Processing Time
The timelines given by Consulate General of Japan, Mumbai for the processing of each application is minimum 10 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.
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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.
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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
Nationality Single Entry Multiple Entry Indian INR 500 INR 500 Other Nationals INR 1800 INR 3550 Please Note:
- Visa Fee is refunded only if the visa is not approved by the Consulate.
- There is a service charge of INR 800 (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..
- Service charge will be levied on applicants exempted from paying visa fees.
- Applicants submitting their application in Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Pune and Goa may opt to receive their passport by courier to an office / residence address. This optional courier return service can be availed at a nominal additional cost of INR 550 (All VFS'S service charges are inclusive of Goods & Service Tax - SGST @ 9% AND CGST @ 9% ) per application.
- All charges (Visa Fee, Service charges and other optional charges) are to be paid in Cash & Credit/Debit card for all applications submitted in Mumbai, Pune, Goa & Ahmedabad.
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Documents Required
Requirement List Document Checklist 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
-
Photo Specifications
Please submit one photograph along with your visa application. The photograph must be:
- Not more than 6 months old
- 2 X 2 inch
- Face visibility should be 70% - 80%
- Colored, with plain white background
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly
- On a good quality paper
-
Processing Time
The timelines given by Consulate General of Japan, Mumbai for the processing of each application is minimum 10 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.
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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).
If the applicant is applying for the 'Employment Visa' which is 'Skilled Labour' status in COE have to directly applied at the Japan Consulate Mumbai.
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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 2019):
Nationality Single Entry Multiple Entry Indian INR 500 INR 500 Other Nationals INR 1800 INR 3550 Please Note:
- Visa Fee is refunded only if the visa is not approved by the Consulate.
- There is a service charge of INR 800 (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.
- Service charge will be levied on applicants exempted from paying visa fees.
- Applicants submitting their application in Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Pune and Goa may opt to receive their passport by courier to an office / residence address. This mandatory courier return service can be availed at a nominal additional cost of INR 550 (All VFS'S service charges are inclusive of Goods & Service Tax - SGST @ 9% AND CGST @ 9% ) per application.
- All charges (Visa Fee, Service charges and other optional charges) are to be paid in Cash & Credit/Debit card for all applications submitted at Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad & Goa.
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Documents Required
Requirement List Document Checklist Important Note:
Valid Passport for 6 Months from Date of Entry
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.
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
-
Photo Specifications
Please submit one photograph along with your visa application. The photograph must be:
- Not more than 6 months old
- 2 X 2 inch
- Face visibility should be 70% - 80%
- Colored, with plain white background
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly
- On a good quality paper
-
Processing Time
The timelines given by Consulate General of Japan, Mumbai for the processing of each application is minimum 10 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.
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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.
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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 2019):
Nationality Single Entry Multiple Entry Indian INR 500 INR 500 Other Nationals INR 1800 INR 3550 Please Note:
- Visa Fee is refunded only if the visa is not approved by the Consulate.
- There is a service charge of INR 800 (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 2015.
- Service charge will be levied on applicants exempted from paying visa fees.
- Applicants submitting their application in Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Pune and Goa may opt to receive their passport by courier to an office / residence address. This optional courier return service can be availed at a nominal additional cost of INR 550 (All VFS'S service charges are inclusive of Goods & Service Tax - SGST @ 9% AND CGST @ 9% ) per application.
- All charges (Visa Fee, Service charges and other optional charges) are to be paid in Cash & Credit/Debit card for all applications submitted at Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad & Goa.
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Documents Required
Requirement List Document Checklist 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
-
Photo Specifications
Please submit one photograph along with your visa application. The photograph must be:
- Not more than 6 months old
- 2 X 2 inch
- Face visibility should be 70% - 80%
- Colored, with plain white background
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly
- On a good quality paper
-
Processing Time
The timelines given by Consulate General of Japan, Mumbai for the processing of each application is minimum 10 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.
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
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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
Nationality Single Entry Multiple Entry Indian INR 500 INR 500 Other Nationals INR 1800 INR 3550 Please Note:
- Visa Fee is refunded only if the visa is not approved by the Consulate.
- There is a service charge of INR 800 (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 2015.
- Service charge will be levied on applicants exempted from paying visa fees.
- Applicants submitting their application at JVAC in Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Pune and Goa may opt to receive their passport by courier to an office / residence address. This optional courier return service can be availed at a nominal additional cost of INR 550 (All VFS'S service charges are inclusive of Goods & Service Tax - SGST @ 9% AND CGST @ 9% ) per application.
- All charges (Visa Fee, Service charges and other optional charges) are to be paid in Cash & Credit/Debit card for all applications submitted in Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad & Pune.
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Documents Required
Requirement List Document Checklist Important Note:
Valid Passport for 6 Months from Date of Entry
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.
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
-
Photo Specifications
Please submit one photograph along with your visa application. The photograph must be:
- Not more than 6 months old
- 2 X 2 inch
- Face visibility should be 70% - 80%
- Colored, with plain white background
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly
- On a good quality paper
-
Processing Time
The timelines given by Consulate General of Japan, Mumbai for the processing of each application is minimum 10 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.
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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
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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
Nationality Single Entry Multiple Entry Indian INR 500 INR 500 Other Nationals INR 1800 INR 3550 Please Note:
- Visa Fee is refunded only if the visa is not approved by the Consulate.
- There is a service charge of INR 800 (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 2015.
- Service charge will be levied on applicants exempted from paying visa fees.
- Applicants submitting their application in Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Pune and Goa may opt to receive their passport by courier to an office / residence address. This optional courier return service can be availed at a nominal additional cost of INR 550(All VFS'S service charges are inclusive of Goods & Service Tax - SGST @ 9% AND CGST @ 9% ) per application.
- All charges (Visa Fee, Service charges and other optional charges) are to be paid in Cash & Credit/Debit card for all applications submitted in Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad & Goa.
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Documents Required
Requirement List Document Checklist 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
-
Photo Specifications
Please submit one photograph along with your visa application. The photograph must be:
- Not more than 6 months old
- 2 X 2 inch
- Face visibility should be 70% - 80%
- Colored, with plain white background
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly
- On a good quality paper
-
Processing Time
The timelines given by Consulate General of Japan, Mumbai for the processing of each application is minimum 10 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.
-
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
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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
Nationality Single Entry Multiple Entry Indian INR 500 INR 500 Other Nationals INR 1800 INR 3550 Please Note:
- Visa Fee is refunded only if the visa is not approved by the Consulate.
- There is a service charge of INR 800 (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.
- Service charge will be levied on applicants exempted from paying visa fees.
- Applicants submitting their application at JVAC in Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Pune and Goa may opt to receive their passport by courier to an office / residence address. This optional courier return service can be availed at a nominal additional cost of INR 550(All VFS'S service charges are inclusive of Goods & Service Tax - SGST @ 9% AND CGST @ 9% ) per application.
- All charges (Visa Fee, Service charges and other optional charges) are to be paid in Cash & Credit/Debit card for all applications submitted in Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad & Goa.
-
Documents Required
Requirement List Document Checklist 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
-
Photo Specifications
Please submit one photograph along with your visa application. The photograph must be:
- Not more than 6 months old
- 2 X 2 inch
- Face visibility should be 70% - 80%
- Colored, with plain white background
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly
- On a good quality paper
-
Processing Time
The timelines given by Consulate General of Japan, Mumbai for the processing of each application is minimum 10 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.
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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.
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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
Nationality Single Entry Multiple Entry Indian INR 500 INR 500 Other Nationals INR 1800 INR 3550 Please Note:
- Visa Fee is refunded only if the visa is not approved by the Consulate.
- There is a service charge of INR 800 (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
- Service charge will be levied on applicants exempted from paying visa fees.
- Applicants submitting their application at JVAC in Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Pune and Goa may opt to receive their passport by courier to an office / residence address. This optional courier return service can be availed at a nominal additional cost of INR 550 (All VFS'S service charges are inclusive of Goods & Service Tax - SGST @ 9% AND CGST @ 9% ) per application.
- All charges (Visa Fee, Service charges and other optional charges) are to be paid in Cash & Credit/Debit card for all applications submitted in Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad & Goa.
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Documents Required
Requirement List Document Checklist 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
- 2 X 2 inch
- Face visibility should be 70% - 80%
- Colored, with plain white background
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly
- On a good quality paper
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Processing Time
The timelines given by Consulate General of Japan, Mumbai for the processing of each application is minimum 10 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.
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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
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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
Nationality Single Entry Multiple Entry Indian INR 500 INR 500 Other Nationals INR 1800 INR 3550 Please Note:
- Visa Fee is refunded only if the visa is not approved by the Consulate.
- There is a service charge of INR 800 (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.
- Service charge will be levied on applicants exempted from paying visa fees.
- Applicants submitting their application in Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Pune and Goa may opt to receive their passport by courier to an office / residence address. This optional courier return service can be availed at a nominal additional cost of INR 550 (All VFS'S service charges are inclusive of Goods & Service Tax - SGST @ 9% AND CGST @ 9% ) per application.
- All charges (Visa Fee, Service charges and other optional charges) are to be paid in Cash & Credit/Debit card for all application submitted in Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad & Goa.
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Documents Required
Requirement List Document Checklist 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
- 2 X 2 inch
- Face visibility should be 70% - 80%
- Colored, with plain white background
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly
- On a good quality paper
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Processing Time
The timelines given by Consulate General of Japan, Mumbai for the processing of each application is minimum 10 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.
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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.
Eligibility for Applicant
Applicant with business purpose
Applicant who is applicable to one of the following categories and his/her spouse or children
- A regular employee of a public (government) enterprise
- An employee of a private company which is listed on the stock exchange (including Japan, India and third countries)
- A regular employee of a Japanese-affiliated company which is a member of the Japan Chamber of Commerce and has a management base in Japan
- A regular employee of a joint venture company, a subsidiary company or a branch office of a company which is listed on the stock exchange (including Japan, India and the third countries)
- A regular employee of a private company with constant business transactions with a Japanese company which is listed on the stock exchange
- A regular employee with a travel record to Japan for business purpose and travel records as temporary visitor to G7 countries (except Japan) in the last three years
- A regular employee with more than three travel records to Japan for business purpose in the last three years
Applicants for cultural or intellectual figures etc.
Applicant who is applicable to one of the following categories and his/her spouse or children
- An artist (Fine Art, Literary Art, Music, Stage Play, Dance etc.) , a specialist in humanities (Literature, Law, Economics etc.), or a scientist (Technology, Medicine etc.) who has relevant accomplishments
- a lawyer, certified public accountant, patent attorney, judicial scrivener, notary, medical doctor who has a national or international qualification and actually working as the same position.
- An amateur sports player who has relevant accomplishments
- A full-time professor, assistant professor, or lecturer of a university or a college
- A director or higher post of a national or public research institution or a museum
- A Diet member, government official, local assemblyman, local government official
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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
Nationality Multiple Entry Indian INR 500 Other Nationals INR 3550 Please Note:
- Visa Fee is refunded only if the visa is not approved by the Consulate.
- There is a service charge of INR 800 (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 2015.
- Service charge will be levied on applicants exempted from paying visa fees.
- Applicants submitting their application in Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Pune and Goa may opt to receive their passport by courier to an office / residence address. This optional courier return service can be availed at a nominal additional cost of INR 550 (All VFS'S service charges are inclusive of Goods & Service Tax - SGST @ 9% AND CGST @ 9% ) per application.
- All charges (Visa Fee, Service charges and other optional charges) are to be paid in Cash & Credit/Debit card for all applications in Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad & Goa.
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Documents Required
Requirement List Document Checklist Document Business Document Checklist cultural or intellectual figures 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
- 2 X 2 inch
- Face visibility should be 70% - 80%
- Colored, with plain white background
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly
- On a good quality paper
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Processing Time
The timelines given by Consulate General of Japan, Mumbai for the processing of each application is minimum 10 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.
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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.
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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
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 (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.
- Service charge will be levied on applicants exempted from paying visa fees.
- Applicants submitting their application at JVAC in Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Pune and Goa may opt to receive their passport by courier to an office / residence address. This optional courier return service can be availed at a nominal additional cost of INR 550 (All VFS'S service charges are inclusive of Goods & Service Tax - SGST @ 9% AND CGST @ 9% ) per application.
- All charges (Visa Fee, Service charges and other optional charges) are to be paid in Cash & Credit/Debit card for all applications submitted in Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad & Goa.
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Documents Required
Requirement List Document Checklist 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
-
Photo Specifications
Please submit one photograph along with your visa application. The photograph must be:
- Not more than 6 months old
- 2 X 2 inch
- Face visibility should be 70% - 80%
- Colored, with plain white background
- Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly
- On a good quality paper
-
Processing Time
The timelines given by Consulate General of Japan, Mumbai for the processing of each application is minimum 10 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.
-
Download Form
Please submit one completed and signed Visa Application form along with your application
Visa Application Form