Timeline
Essential visa and entry guidance for Indian travellers.
Your Japan visa timeline
A simple view of what happens next. Government processing times can change.
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Start application
Confirm the route, add the traveller and complete the online application form.
- 2
Complete documents
Upload what this route needs: Passport, Visa application form, Recent photograph, Return/onward flight reservation or booking evidence, Proof of sufficient funds / ability to pay travel expenses, Itinerary in Japan / travel itinerary.
- 3
Krosz review
We check completeness and surface anything that needs attention before submission.
- 4
Submission
The application is submitted at the visa application centre (VFS). Krosz confirms the exact submission steps for this route.
- 5
Government processing
Current standard estimate: Generally 5 working days once accepted by VFS; some cases may take longer.
- 6
Decision
Track the application from your Krosz dashboard until the visa decision. Validity: Valid 3 months from issue. Stay: Up to 90 days (temporary visitor / sightseeing).
Common Japan visa rejection reasons
Avoid these frequent mistakes before you submit.
- Incomplete application — missing fields, blank sections or unsigned forms.
- Incorrect information — details that do not match your passport or supporting documents.
- Insufficient documentation — missing or expired supporting papers required for the route.
- Financial proof issues — bank statements or income evidence that do not satisfy the requirement.
- Passport validity issues — passport with less than 6 months validity or no blank pages.
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Japan how to apply for Indian passport holders
Indian travellers heading to Japan need to understand the entry route before booking. Here is a clear guide to the Japan visa for Indian citizens — whether you need one, the route, documents, fees and processing — based on the verified data shown on this page.
Do Indians need a visa for Japan?
Japan visa requirements for Indian passport holders depend on the length and purpose of stay. Some Indian travellers can enter Japan on a visa-free or visa-on-arrival basis for short tourist stays; longer stays or other purposes require a visa arranged in advance. The confirmed entry route for Indian tourists is shown above when Krosz has verified it.
Japan visa route for Indian citizens
Where a visa is required, Indian citizens apply through the route set by Japan's immigration authority — commonly an eVisa, an ETA, a visa-on-arrival, or a sticker visa lodged through a consulate or visa application centre. The applicable route depends on the purpose and length of stay. Krosz shows the live route status above rather than assuming a fixed answer.
Japan visa documents for Indians
- Passport valid for at least six months beyond your stay, with blank pages.
- Recent passport-size photograph meeting the route’s photo rules.
- Completed Japan visa application form.
- Return or onward flight tickets.
- Proof of accommodation and sufficient funds for the stay.
- Travel insurance where required by the route.
Japan visa fees and processing
Japan visa fees for Indian passport holders vary by route, stay length and processing speed. An eVisa or ETA is usually paid online during application; a visa-on-arrival fee is paid on arrival in the accepted currency; a sticker visa fee is paid through the consulate or visa application centre. The confirmed fee and processing time are shown above when verified; otherwise they remain marked as being verified.
Travelling to Japan — quick tips
- Confirm the entry route before booking flights — rules can differ for short vs longer stays.
- Carry proof of funds and a return ticket; these are commonly checked at arrival.
- Keep your passport valid for at least six months beyond your intended stay.
- Apply early for a pre-arranged visa to avoid peak-season delays.
Frequently asked questions
Do Indian passport holders need a visa for Japan?
It depends on the length and purpose of stay. Short tourist stays may be visa-free or visa-on-arrival; longer or non-tourist stays usually require a pre-arranged visa. The confirmed route for Indian tourists is shown above when verified.
How much is the Japan visa fee for Indians?
Japan visa fees vary by route. Krosz shows the confirmed figure on this page when it has a verified source; until then it is marked as being verified.
How long does a Japan visa take to process?
Processing depends on the route — electronic routes are typically faster than a sticker visa. The verified processing window is shown above when available.