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๐ฎ๐ณ Does an Indian need a visa for Japan ๐ฏ๐ต?
Yes, online (e-Visa). Indian passport holders need a visa for Japan, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa before travelling.
Checked against Wikipedia's list of visa requirements for Indian citizens on 2026-10-04. Entry rules change: confirm with the embassy of Japan or its official government website before you travel.
What this means for your trip
An e-Visa is applied for on the destination's official government website. You upload your passport scan and photo, pay online and receive an approval letter by email.
Apply well before departure and print the approval; use only the official portal, as many look-alike sites charge extra.
Your passport should normally be valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure date and have blank pages for stamps; many countries apply this rule.
Japan at a glance
Capital: Tokyo ยท Currency: Japanese yen (JPY, ยฅ) ยท Official languages: Japanese ยท Calling code: +81
U.S. State Department travel advisory for Japan: Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions (updated 15 May 2025). It is written for U.S. citizens; read the advisory before you book.
Plugs and voltage
You need a travel adapter: Japan uses plug types A, B, India uses C, D, M. Mains voltage differs (Japan: 100 V; India: 230 V): most phone and laptop chargers accept 100โ240 V, but single-voltage devices such as some hair dryers need a converter.
Your embassy in Japan
If your passport is lost or stolen, or you need help in an emergency in Japan, contact the embassy of India:
- Embassy of India, Tokyo ยท 2-2-11 Kudan-Minami ยท indembassy-tokyo.gov.in
- Consulate-General of India, Osaka ยท indconosaka.gov.in
Missions from Wikidata (CC0), checked 2026-09-26. Addresses and opening hours change: check the mission's website before you go.
Easier destinations near Japan for Indian passport holders
- ๐ฒ๐ด Macau โ Visa-free 30 days
- ๐ญ๐ฐ Hong Kong โ ETA required 14 days
- ๐ฒ๐ณ Mongolia โ Visa on arrival
The other way round
๐ฏ๐ต Japanese passport holders visiting India: Japanese passport holders can get a visa on arrival in India, usually at the airport or land border.
The Indian passport at a glance
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Questions
Do Indian citizens need a visa for Japan?
Indian passport holders need a visa for Japan, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa before travelling.
Does a Japanese need a visa for India?
Japanese passport holders can get a visa on arrival in India, usually at the airport or land border.