Japan visa status check
Applied for Short-term tourist visa (eVISA since 1 April 2024) applied for in person at the Japan Visa Application Centre run by VFS Global in India? Here is the official way to check where your application is, what you need to hand, what each status means and what to do if it is taking too long.
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Japan status check at a glance
How to check your Japan visa status
- Keep the VFS reference or receipt from your submission
- Open the VFS Global Japan India site and use its application tracking option
- Or call the VFS call centre on +91-22-6786-6016
- If approved, you receive an eVISA issuance notice and show it on your phone at the airport
Timing, delivery and delays
Processing time
Minimum 5 working days from the day of submission; not guaranteed and cannot be expedited (Consulate-General Kolkata)
How you get the visa
eVISA: a 'visa issuance notice' shown on a mobile device with internet access at the airport. PDFs, screenshots, photos and printouts are not accepted.
Other official links
Frequently asked questions
How do I check my Japan visa status?
Use the official VFS Global – Japan Visa Application Centre India. The steps are on this page.
How long does a Japan visa take?
Minimum 5 working days from the day of submission; not guaranteed and cannot be expedited (Consulate-General Kolkata)
How will I receive the visa?
eVISA: a 'visa issuance notice' shown on a mobile device with internet access at the airport. PDFs, screenshots, photos and printouts are not accepted.
What if my application is delayed?
The Embassy and Consulates do not handle status enquiries. Contact VFS Global on +91-22-6786-6016 or at https://visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/jpn/.
Can Krosz check the status for me?
If you apply through Krosz, your Krosz visa expert tracks the application and tells you at each step, so you do not have to keep checking the portal.
Source and verification
Official source: VFS Global – Japan Visa Application Centre India
Checked by the Krosz visa desk on 17 Oct 2026 · confidence: medium.
Krosz is a private visa service and is not affiliated with any government. Rules change; the authority's own page always has the final word.
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