Visa Information

Overview

Visa for visiting families and relatives, visiting friends and acquaintances, holiday, visit family member of Japanese living in Indonesia and business purposes (not getting any reward/pay). You can stay up to 90 days using this visa type.

Please note that the Japan Visa Application Centre (JVAC) only accepts Customer with the following jurisdiction (based on ID Card (KTP);

Japan Visa Application Centre in Jakarta:

Jakarta, Banten, Jawa Barat, Jawa Tengah, Yogyakarta, Kalimantan Tengah, Kalimantan Barat, Sumatera Selatan, Bangka Belitung, Bengkulu, Lampung

Japan Visa Application Centre in Surabaya:

Jawa Timur, Kalimantan Timur, Kalimantan Utara, Kalimantan Selatan

Japan Visa Application Centre in Makassar:

Sulawesi Utara, Gorontalo, Sulawesi Tengah, Sulawesi Tenggara, Sulawesi Selatan, Sulawesi Barat, Maluku Utara, Maluku, Papua (Irian Jaya), Papua Barat

Japan Visa Application Centre in Bali:

Bali, Nusa Tenggara Barat, Nusa Tenggara Timur

Japan Visa Application Centre in Medan:

Aceh Nangroe Darusalam, Sumatera Utara, Sumatera Barat, Jambi, Riau, Kepulauan Riau

Visa Fees

Visa Fees:

Visa Fees: All visa fees must be paid in IDR with the application. Please note that the new visa fee per 01 April 2024 is as per the below:

Processing Fees:

All applicants are required to pay a processing fee when you submit the application at the Japan Visa Application Centre. Please note that the new service fee per April 2024 is per the below (including 11% VAT):

below:

Official Passport and Diplomatic Passport

Embassy of Japan will continue to accept applications from Diplomatic and Official passport holders and applicants traveling on humanitarian emergency to Japan or visa transfer of issued visa to new passport.

Other Notices:

Payments can be done by using cash or credit/debit card.

Visa fees will be waived for foreign nationals visiting Miyagi, Fukushima, or Iwate prefectures. Kindly please prepare for the hotel booking and keep your invoices / booking records for future references.

Passengers who wish to travel to Okinawa for tourism purpose and arriving by air at the Okinawa airport with booking tickets may apply for the visa without the visa fee.

For any further information please click here.

Note:

• The service fee is inclusive of all applicable taxes.
• VFS service fee is non-refundable.
• Visa fee is refunded only if visa is not approved by the embassy or if visa application is withdrawn by applicant.

Refund of Visa Fee: Visa fee refunds will be processed within 14 working days from the date we receive a duly filled and signed Refund Request Form from the applicant/payee.

It's important to make sure that the correct bank account details are provided on Refund Request Form to avoid delays in processing.

For further clarifications, please contact the Japan Visa Application Centre or Japan Helpline

Documents Required

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Please find the below guidance that is suitable to your purpose of travel.

Photo Specifications

Please submit one photograph along with your visa application. The photograph must be:

• Must not be taken more than 6 months before application time
• 45 mm x 35 mm
• Color photo with plain background

• Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly

  Please do not use any textured paper to print the photo

  Please note the Embassy may request for a new photo if it does not meet the specifications.

Processing Time

The time required for the visa application process until issuance, assuming there are no issues with the required documents, visa application, etc., typically takes a minimum of 6 business days from the day the application is received.

However, if the number of applications is very high or if further checks are necessary, the process may take longer. Additionally, if there are doubts regarding the visa application, documents, etc., or if a thorough inspection by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Tokyo) is required, the visa issuance may take more than 1 month.

Therefore, it is advised to submit your application well in advance.

Furthermore, we do not recommend purchasing ticket/s before your visa is approved (except for transit visas, which require a purchased/fixed ticket).

If a ticket expire before the visa is issued, it is not the responsibility of the Japan Embassy or VFS Global Japan Visa Application Center.

Download Forms

	Application Form (It is recommended to type and print your application form rather than submit it handwritten to ensure your information is easy to read)
	Guarantee Letter (English / Japanese)
	Invitation Letter for Purpose of Business (English / Japanese)
	Itinerary
	Statement Letter (KTP)

Jakarta

	Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Family Visit
	Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Family Visit (if the applicant is a family member of Japanese citizen domiciled in Indonesia)
	Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Friend Visit
	Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Tourist at personal cost
	Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Business

Bali

	Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Family Visit
	Temporary visit visa for purpose of Familiy visit (family former Japanese citizen)
	Temporary visit visa for purpose of Familiy visit (former Japanese citizen)
	Temporary visit visa for purpose of Family visit (if the applicant is a family member of Japanese citicen domiciled in Indonesia
	Temporary visit visa for purpose of Tourist
	Temporary visit visa for purpose of Business

Makassar

	Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Family Visit
	Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Friend Visit
	Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Tourist at personal cost
	Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Family Visit (if the applicant is a family member of Japanese citizen domiciled in Indonesia)
	Temporary visit visa for purpose of Business

Medan

	Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Family Visit
	Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Friend Visit
	Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Tourist at personal cost
	Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Family Visit (if the applicant is a family member of Japanese citizen domiciled in Indonesia)
	Temporary visit visa for purpose of Business

Surabaya

	Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Family Visit
	Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Friend Visit
	Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Tourist at personal cost
	Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Family Visit (if the applicant is a family member of Japanese citizen domiciled in Indonesia)
	Temporary visit visa for purpose of Business

Overview

Visiting for: Studying, School enrolment, Training, Family stay, entertainment over 90days stay, or paid business.

Please note that the Japan Visa Application Centre (JVAC) only accepts applicant with the following jurisdiction (based on ID Card (KTP);

Japan Visa Application Centre in Jakarta:

Jakarta, Banten, Jawa Barat, Jawa Tengah, Yogyakarta, Kalimantan Tengah, Kalimantan Barat, Sumatera Selatan, Bangka Belitung, Bengkulu, Lampung

Japan Visa Application Centre in Surabaya:

Jawa Timur, Kalimantan Timur, Kalimantan Utara, Kalimantan Selatan

Japan Visa Application Centre in Makassar:

Sulawesi Utara, Gorontalo, Sulawesi Tengah, Sulawesi Tenggara, Sulawesi Selatan, Sulawesi Barat, Maluku Utara, Maluku, Papua (Irian Jaya), Papua Barat

Japan Visa Application Centre in Bali:

Bali, Nusa Tenggara Barat, Nusa Tenggara Timur

Japan Visa Application Centre in Medan:

Aceh Nangroe Darusalam, Sumatera Utara, Sumatera Barat, Jambi, Riau, Kepulauan Riau

Visa Fees

Visa Fees:

Visa Fees: All visa fees must be paid in IDR with the application. Please note that the new visa fee per 01 April 2024 is as per the below:

Processing Fees:

All applicants are required to pay a processing fee when you submit the application at the Japan Visa Application Centre. Please note that the new service fee per April 2024 is per the below (including 11% VAT):

Official Passport and Diplomatic Passport

Embassy of Japan will continue to accept applications from Diplomatic and Official passport holders and applicants traveling on humanitarian emergency to Japan or visa transfer of issued visa to new passport.

Other Notices:

Payments can be done by using cash or credit/debit card.

Visa fees will be waived for foreign nationals visiting Miyagi, Fukushima, or Iwate prefectures. Kindly please prepare for the hotel booking and keep your invoices / booking records for future references.

Passengers who wish to travel to Okinawa for tourism purpose and arriving by air at the Okinawa airport with booking tickets may apply for the visa without the visa fee.

For any further information please click here.

Note:

• The service fee is inclusive of all applicable taxes.
• VFS service fee is non-refundable.
• Visa fee is refunded only if visa is not approved by the embassy or if visa application is withdrawn by applicant.

Refund of Visa Fee: Visa fee refunds will be processed within 14 working days from the date we receive a duly filled and signed Refund Request Form from the applicant/payee.

It's important to make sure that the correct bank account details are provided on Refund Request Form to avoid delays in processing.

For further clarifications, please contact the Japan Visa Application Centre or Japan Helpline

Documents Required

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Photo Specifications

Please submit one photograph along with your visa application. The photograph must be:

• Must not be taken more than 6 months before application time
• 45 mm x 35 mm
• Color photo with plain background

• Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly

  Please do not use any textured paper to print the photo

  Please note the Embassy may request for a new photo if it does not meet the specifications.

Processing Time

The time required for the visa application process until issuance, assuming there are no issues with the required documents, visa application, etc., typically takes a minimum of 6 business days from the day the application is received.

However, if the number of applications is very high or if further checks are necessary, the process may take longer. Additionally, if there are doubts regarding the visa application, documents, etc., or if a thorough inspection by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Tokyo) is required, the visa issuance may take more than 1 month.

Therefore, it is advised to submit your application well in advance.

Furthermore, we do not recommend purchasing ticket/s before your visa is approved (except for transit visas, which require a purchased/fixed ticket).

If a ticket expire before the visa is issued, it is not the responsibility of the Japan Embassy or VFS Global Japan Visa Application Center.

Download Forms

Application Form

Bali

	Special visa (work)
	Special Visa (study/work/training/stay within specified period)

Jakarta

	Special Visit with Certificate of Eligibility
	Special Visa (study/work/training/stay within specified period)

Makassar

Special Visa (study/work/training/stay within specified period)

Medan

Special Visa (study/work/training/stay within specified period)

Surabaya

Special Visa (study/work/training/stay within specified period)

Overview

Transit visa is a visa for traveling overseas for transit on international flight, when entering transit point (Japan) and passing international transit area (within 15 days).

Please note that the Japan Visa Application Centre (JVAC) only accepts applicant with the following jurisdiction (based on ID Card (KTP);

Jakarta, Banten, West Java, Central Java, Yogyakarta, Central Kalimantan, West Kalimantan, South Sumatera, Bangka Belitung, Bengkulu, and Lampung.

For other jurisdiction, please click here.

Visa Fees

Visa Fees:

Visa Fees: All visa fees must be paid in IDR with the application. Please note that the new visa fee per 01 April 2024 is as per the below:

Processing Fees:

All applicants are required to pay a processing fee when you submit the application at the Japan Visa Application Centre. Please note that the new service fee per April 2024 is per the below (including 11% VAT):

Official Passport and Diplomatic Passport

Embassy of Japan will continue to accept applications from Diplomatic and Official passport holders and applicants traveling on humanitarian emergency to Japan or visa transfer of issued visa to new passport.

Other Notices:

Payments can be done by using cash or credit/debit card.

Visa fees will be waived for foreign nationals visiting Miyagi, Fukushima, or Iwate prefectures. Kindly please prepare for the hotel booking and keep your invoices / booking records for future references.

Passengers who wish to travel to Okinawa for tourism purpose and arriving by air at the Okinawa airport with booking tickets may apply for the visa without the visa fee.

For any further information please click here.

Note:

• The service fee is inclusive of all applicable taxes.
• VFS service fee is non-refundable.
• Visa fee is refunded only if visa is not approved by the embassy or if visa application is withdrawn by applicant.

Refund of Visa Fee: Visa fee refunds will be processed within 14 working days from the date we receive a duly filled and signed Refund Request Form from the applicant/payee.

It's important to make sure that the correct bank account details are provided on Refund Request Form to avoid delays in processing.

For further clarifications, please contact the Japan Visa Application Centre or Japan Helpline

Documents Required

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Photo Specifications

Please submit one photograph along with your visa application. The photograph must be:

• Must not be taken more than 6 months before application time
• 45 mm x 35 mm
• Color photo with plain background

• Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly

  Please do not use any textured paper to print the photo

  Please note the Embassy may request for a new photo if it does not meet the specifications.

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Processing Time

The time required for the visa application process until issuance, assuming there are no issues with the required documents, visa application, etc., typically takes a minimum of 6 business days from the day the application is received.

However, if the number of applications is very high or if further checks are necessary, the process may take longer. Additionally, if there are doubts regarding the visa application, documents, etc., or if a thorough inspection by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Tokyo) is required, the visa issuance may take more than 1 month.

Therefore, it is advised to submit your application well in advance.

Furthermore, we do not recommend purchasing ticket/s before your visa is approved (except for transit visas, which require a purchased/fixed ticket).

If a ticket expire before the visa is issued, it is not the responsibility of the Japan Embassy or VFS Global Japan Visa Application Center.

Download Forms

	Application Form
	Guarantee Letter
	Invitation Letter
	Itinerary

Jakarta

Transit Visa

Bali

Transit Visa

Makassar

Transit Visa

Medan

Transit Visa

Surabaya

Transit Visa

Overview

To further enhance the friendly relations between Japan and Indonesia, starting from 20 November 2014, Indonesian citizens visiting Japan for Group Tour purposes organized by local Travel Agent who have been appointed by the Embassy of Japan / Japan Consulate Office in Indonesia (hereinafter referred to as Travel Designated Agent), may apply for a short visit VISA for single entry with document requirements relief. With the enforcement of this system, VISA applicants no longer need to attach documents showing economic capacity (financial evidence).

Visa Fees

Visa Fees:

Visa Fees: All visa fees must be paid in IDR with the application. Please note that the new visa fee per 01 April 2024 is as per the below:

Processing Fees:

All applicants are required to pay a processing fee when you submit the application at the Japan Visa Application Centre. Please note that the new service fee per April 2024 is per the below (including 11% VAT):

Official Passport and Diplomatic Passport

Embassy of Japan will continue to accept applications from Diplomatic and Official passport holders and applicants traveling on humanitarian emergency to Japan or visa transfer of issued visa to new passport.

Other Notices:

Payments can be done by using cash or credit/debit card.

Visa fees will be waived for foreign nationals visiting Miyagi, Fukushima, or Iwate prefectures. Kindly please prepare for the hotel booking and keep your invoices / booking records for future references.

Passengers who wish to travel to Okinawa for tourism purpose and arriving by air at the Okinawa airport with booking tickets may apply for the visa without the visa fee.

For any further information please click here.

Note:

• The service fee is inclusive of all applicable taxes.
• VFS service fee is non-refundable.
• Visa fee is refunded only if visa is not approved by the embassy or if visa application is withdrawn by applicant.

Refund of Visa Fee: Visa fee refunds will be processed within 14 working days from the date we receive a duly filled and signed Refund Request Form from the applicant/payee.

It's important to make sure that the correct bank account details are provided on Refund Request Form to avoid delays in processing.

For further clarifications, please contact the Japan Visa Application Centre or Japan Helpline

Documents Required

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Please contact Japan Visa Application Center for more information.

** Important Notice; As instructed by the Embassy of Japan,

• All submitted documents must not be stapled.
• All submitted documents must be printed on an A4 paper
• Please make sure your photos are glued firmly.
• All submitted documents must be neatly, not folded or bent.

Note:

• The service fee is inclusive of all applicable taxes.
• VFS service fee is non-refundable.
• Visa fee is refunded only if visa is not approved by the embassy or if visa application is withdrawn by applicant.

Refund of Visa Fee: Visa fee refunds will be processed within 14 working days from the date we receive a duly filled and signed Refund Request Form from the applicant/payee.

It's important to make sure that the correct bank account details are provided on Refund Request Form to avoid delays in processing.

For further clarifications, please contact the Japan Visa Application Centre or Japan Helpline

Photo Specifications

Please submit one photograph along with your visa application. The photograph must be:

• Must not be taken more than 6 months before application time
• 45 mm x 35 mm
• Color photo with plain background

• Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly

  Please do not use any textured paper to print the photo

  Please note the Embassy may request for a new photo if it does not meet the specifications.

Processing Time

The time required for the visa application process until issuance, assuming there are no issues with the required documents, visa application, etc., typically takes a minimum of 6 business days from the day the application is received.

However, if the number of applications is very high or if further checks are necessary, the process may take longer. Additionally, if there are doubts regarding the visa application, documents, etc., or if a thorough inspection by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Tokyo) is required, the visa issuance may take more than 1 month.

Therefore, it is advised to submit your application well in advance.

Furthermore, we do not recommend purchasing ticket/s before your visa is approved (except for transit visas, which require a purchased/fixed ticket).

If a ticket expire before the visa is issued, it is not the responsibility of the Japan Embassy or VFS Global Japan Visa Application Center.

Download Forms

	Application Form
	Guarantee Letter
	Invitation Letter
	Itinerary

Jakarta

	Multiple entry visa for tourism
	Multiple entry visa for business

Overview

Multiple visits of families and relatives, friends and acquaintances, Holiday up to 30 days. Multiple visits of Business up to 90 days per visit.

Please note that the Japan Visa Application Centre (JVAC) only accepts applicant with the following jurisdiction (based on ID Card (KTP);

Japan Visa Application Centre in Jakarta:

Jakarta, Banten, Jawa Barat, Jawa Tengah, Yogyakarta, Kalimantan Tengah, Kalimantan Barat, Sumatera Selatan, Bangka Belitung, Bengkulu, Lampung

Japan Visa Application Centre in Surabaya:

Jawa Timur, Kalimantan Timur, Kalimantan Utara, Kalimantan Selatan

Japan Visa Application Centre in Makassar:

Sulawesi Utara, Gorontalo, Sulawesi Tengah, Sulawesi Tenggara, Sulawesi Selatan, Sulawesi Barat, Maluku Utara, Maluku, Papua (Irian Jaya), Papua Barat

Japan Visa Application Centre in Bali:

Bali, Nusa Tenggara Barat, Nusa Tenggara Timur

Japan Visa Application Centre in Medan:

Aceh Nangroe Darusalam, Sumatera Utara, Sumatera Barat, Jambi, Riau, Kepulauan Riau

Visa Fees

Visa Fees:

Visa Fees: All visa fees must be paid in IDR with the application. Please note that the new visa fee per 01 April 2024 is as per the below:

Processing Fees:

All applicants are required to pay a processing fee when you submit the application at the Japan Visa Application Centre. Please note that the new service fee per April 2024 is per the below (including 11% VAT):

Official Passport and Diplomatic Passport

Embassy of Japan will continue to accept applications from Diplomatic and Official passport holders and applicants traveling on humanitarian emergency to Japan or visa transfer of issued visa to new passport.

Other Notices:

Payments can be done by using cash or credit/debit card.

Visa fees will be waived for foreign nationals visiting Miyagi, Fukushima, or Iwate prefectures. Kindly please prepare for the hotel booking and keep your invoices / booking records for future references.

Passengers who wish to travel to Okinawa for tourism purpose and arriving by air at the Okinawa airport with booking tickets may apply for the visa without the visa fee.

For any further information please click here.

Note:

• The service fee is inclusive of all applicable taxes.
• VFS service fee is non-refundable.
• Visa fee is refunded only if visa is not approved by the embassy or if visa application is withdrawn by applicant.

Refund of Visa Fee: Visa fee refunds will be processed within 14 working days from the date we receive a duly filled and signed Refund Request Form from the applicant/payee.

It's important to make sure that the correct bank account details are provided on Refund Request Form to avoid delays in processing.

For further clarifications, please contact the Japan Visa Application Centre or Japan Helpline

Documents Required

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Photo Specifications

Please submit one photograph along with your visa application. The photograph must be:

• Must not be taken more than 6 months before application time
• 45 mm x 35 mm
• Color photo with plain background
• Taken looking straight forward and face seen clearly

Please note the Embassy may request for a new photo if it does not meet the specifications.

Processing Time

The time required for the visa application process until issuance, assuming there are no issues with the required documents, visa application, etc., typically takes a minimum of 6 business days from the day the application is received.

However, if the number of applications is very high or if further checks are necessary, the process may take longer. Additionally, if there are doubts regarding the visa application, documents, etc., or if a thorough inspection by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Tokyo) is required, the visa issuance may take more than 1 month.

Therefore, it is advised to submit your application well in advance.

Furthermore, we do not recommend purchasing ticket/s before your visa is approved (except for transit visas, which require a purchased/fixed ticket).

If a ticket expire before the visa is issued, it is not the responsibility of the Japan Embassy or VFS Global Japan Visa Application Center.

Download Forms

	Application Form
	Guarantee Letter
	Invitation Letter
	Itinerary

Jakarta

	Multiple entry visa for tourism
	Multiple entry visa for business

Bali

Multiple entry visa

Makassar

	Multiple entry visa for tourism
	Multiple entry visa for business

Medan

	Multiple entry visa for tourism
	Multiple entry visa for business

Surabaya

	Multiple entry visa for tourism
	Multiple entry visa for business