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Japan Visa · Requirements

Japan visa requirements

Everything you need for a Japan visa, the full document checklist, who needs what, and how Visank gets you approved. Free verifiable flight & hotel reservations included; every document is expert-reviewed before submission.

Processing

Minimum 5 working days

Total cost

₹1,800

Our guarantee

On-time appointment or full refund

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Document checklist

  • Valid passport (plus all previous passports if available)
  • Passport photo: 45×35mm, white background, taken within last 6 months, 70–80% face visibility
  • Completed and signed visa application form
  • Day-by-day itinerary with planned dates
  • Hotel / accommodation bookings for entire stay
  • Return flight ticket
  • Last 3–6 months bank statements
  • Salary slips (last 3 months) or ITR for last 2 years
  • Employment certificate with approved leave dates

Other Japan visa types

  • Multiple Entry Tourist · Same Embassy fee as single entry, Indians pay ₹500 either way (a steal).

Japan visa: frequently asked

What documents are required for a Japan visa?

For a Japan visa, you'll typically need: Valid passport (plus all previous passports if available); Passport photo: 45×35mm, white background, taken within last 6 months, 70–80% face visibility; Completed and signed visa application form; Day-by-day itinerary with planned dates; Hotel / accommodation bookings for entire stay; Return flight ticket. Visank reviews every document against the latest embassy checklist before submission, so nothing gets rejected on a technicality.

How much bank balance is needed for a Japan visa?

There is no official fixed amount, but a healthy, stable balance across your last 6 months' statements is strongly recommended for a Japan visa. Visank advises on the ideal figure for your specific trip and drafts a supporting cover letter.

Do I need travel insurance for a Japan visa?

Travel insurance is required for most Japan applications. Visank can arrange a compliant policy that meets the embassy's minimum coverage, so you don't have to source it yourself.

Do I need to book flights and hotels before applying for a Japan visa?

No, never book real tickets before approval. Visank provides free, embassy-accepted verifiable flight and hotel reservations for your Japan application. You only book real travel once the visa is granted.

Is biometrics required for a Japan visa?

A Japan visa is handled via the embassy/consulate; Visank guides you through each step.

Official sources

Fees, requirements and processing times are set by the Japan authorities. Always confirm the latest details on the official sites below before you travel.

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