Japan Visa Fees and Costs (2026)

Complete breakdown of all Japan visa fees, service charges, and additional costs.

Last verified: July 2026

Estimated Total Cost

Minimum

INR 0

Maximum

INR 13,000

Currency

INR

Actual costs depend on visa type, nationality, and optional services selected.

Visa Type	Adult Fee	Notes
Tourist Visa (single entry)	¥15000	Standard fee for most nationalities (since 1 July 2026); Indian applicants pay a concessional INR 500
Tourist Visa (multiple entry)	¥30000	If granted (since 1 July 2026); Indian applicants pay a concessional INR 500
Transit (discontinued 1 July 2026)	¥15000	The separate transit visa was merged into the single-entry visa — transit travellers now apply for a single-entry visa
Working Holiday Visa	¥0	Free (eligible countries only)

Passport photos (4.5cm x 4.5cm)

Strict size and background requirements

INR 200-500

Document translation

Per document, if required

INR 1,000-3,000

Bank statement printouts

6 months of statements typically required

INR 200-500

Courier fees (VFS)

For passport return if using VFS

INR 300-600

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Japan charges ¥15,000 for a single-entry visa and ¥30,000 for a multiple-entry visa (since 1 July 2026); applications lodged in India pay a concessional INR 500 under a bilateral arrangement
Citizens of 71 visa-exempt countries do not need a visa for short stays (up to 90 days)