Archive · 2 Aug 2025
Japan Streamlines Tourism for Indian Visitors with eVisa
If you're from India and want to visit Japan, you need a visa.
Japan now has a digital visa, or eVisa, that makes it easier.
You can apply online if you live in places like the US, UK, or Australia.
If you live in India, you'll use a special website called VFS Global.
The eVisa lets you stay for up to 90 days just for fun, not for working.
You need a passport, application form, and travel plans to apply.
The visa costs around ₹1300 and is good for three months.
Make sure to bring your visa notice when you arrive.
Japan offers Indian tourists eVisa option for streamlined tourism.
eVisa is for short-term tourism only, up to 90 days.
Indian citizens in certain countries can apply directly via Japan's eVisa portal.
Applicants in India must use the VFS Global portal.
Required documents include passport, application form, and itinerary.
- Who
- Indian citizens.
- What
- Japan introduced an eVisa for Indian tourists for short-term tourism.
- When
- As of April 2024.
- Where
- Japan.
- Why
- To streamline the visa process for tourism.
- Visa Type
- eVisa
- Eligibility
- Indian citizens traveling for tourism
- Stay Duration
- Up to 90 days
- Application Method
- Online, or VFS Global for Indian residents
- Visa Fee
- ₹500
- VFS Service Fee
- ₹800
- Validity
- 3 months