Authorized Processing for Tourist, Business & Family Visits.

Indian passport holders can apply for a Japan visitor visa (sticker) through the Consulate General of Japan in Mumbai. Processing takes 13-15 working days, with fees at ₹5,500 all-inclusive. The visa is valid for 90 days with stays of 15, 30, or 90 days based on your itinerary. Original passport submission is required.

Last updated: June 2026 · Verified with Consulate General of Japan in Mumbai guidelines

• Indian passport holders — residents of Gujarat, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Goa, and Daman & Diu (Mumbai Jurisdiction) ✅
• Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from your return date
• Must have at least 2 blank visa pages for stamping
• Employed, self-employed, freelancers, and students can all apply
• Unemployed applicants: can apply if sponsored by a family member with financial proof
• ⚠️ Physical passport submission required — Japan still uses sticker visas for most tourist applications

These are the standard documents required for the application.

Physical Documents (originals — couriered to our office):

1. Passport
• Original, issued within last 10 years, valid 6+ months from return date, 2 blank pages
2. Photographs (2)
• 2x2 inches (5cm x 5cm), white background, 70-80% face coverage, matte finish on high-quality paper, taken within last 6 months
3. Bank Statements
• Original for last 6 months, printed on bank letterhead with seal & signature on every page · Recommended closing balance: ₹2,00,000+ per person
4. Occupation Proof
• Employed: Leave Sanction Letter (NOC) on company letterhead · Business Owner: Cover letter on company letterhead + Business Registration copy

Mandatory Forms & Letters (we help you draft these):

1. Cover Letter
• Signed letter to the Consulate General of Japan in Mumbai explaining purpose of visit
2. Schedule of Stay
• Day-by-day itinerary of your activities in Japan
3. Letter of Guarantee
• Required if someone else is funding your trip · Sponsor must provide original stamped bank statements (6 months) and ITR (3 years) + Affidavit of Sponsorship

Supportive Documents (scans/copies accepted):

1. Identity Proof
• Aadhar Card (front and back)
2. Financial Proof
• Latest ITR Acknowledgement for last 3 years
3. Travel Details
• Confirmed flight tickets + hotel vouchers for entire stay

1. Send us your documents — WhatsApp scans of all documents. We verify everything first.
2. We draft your forms — Cover letter, Schedule of Stay, and Letter of Guarantee prepared by our team to meet Consulate standards.
3. Courier originals to us — We'll guide you on which documents need to be sent physically.
4. We submit to the Consulate — Application filed through authorized channels at the Consulate General of Japan, Mumbai.
5. Receive your passport — Passport returned with visa sticker. Typical processing: 13-15 working days.

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✅ We draft your Schedule of Stay.

This is the #1 reason Japan visas get rejected. Vague descriptions like "Sightseeing" are flagged. We create a professional, detailed day-by-day itinerary matching your hotel bookings and flights exactly.

✅ We handle the physical submission.

Japan still requires original passport submission. Courier your documents to us — we handle the rest, including return shipping.

✅ We check before we submit.

Most rejections happen because of avoidable mistakes — blurry scans, missing cover page, glasses in photos. We review every document before filing so your application doesn't get sent back.

✅ No guesswork on your end.

Send us your documents on WhatsApp. We tell you exactly what's missing, what needs to be re-done, and when to expect your visa. You don't need to figure out government portals or embassy websites.

✅ We handle the edge cases.

Previous visa refusal? Expired US visa? Minor traveling without both parents? We've processed these before and know what additional documents are needed — so you don't discover the problem after your application is rejected.

Q: Do I need to submit my physical passport for a Japan Visa? Yes. Even though Japan has introduced an e-visa system for some categories, most tourist applications in the Mumbai Jurisdiction still require physical submission of your passport to the Consulate for verification and stamping. Your passport will be returned safely once processing is complete.

Q: What is the "Mumbai Jurisdiction" and do I fall under it? The Consulate General of Japan in Mumbai processes visas for residents of Gujarat, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Goa, and Daman & Diu. If you live in any of these states, your application goes through Mumbai.

Q: What is the minimum bank balance required? Recommended ₹2,00,000+ per person. The Consulate looks for financial stability. For a 10-15 day trip, a closing balance of ₹2 Lakhs or more in a 6-month updated statement is considered a strong profile. Family trips should show proportionally higher balances.

Q: Can I apply if I am a freelancer or unemployed? Yes. Freelancers can provide GST registration or professional contracts. If unemployed or a student, you can be sponsored by a family member with an Affidavit of Sponsorship along with the sponsor's financial documents.

Q: Why is the "Schedule of Stay" so important? It's the most common reason for rejection. Japan requires a day-by-day breakdown of your activities. Vague descriptions like "Sightseeing" are often rejected. We draft a professional itinerary that matches your hotel bookings and flight dates exactly.

Q: How early should I apply for my Japan Visa? Ideally 30-45 days before travel. Standard processing takes 13-15 working days. During peak seasons (March-April for Cherry Blossoms and October-November for Autumn colors), delays of 15+ working days are common.

Q: What if my Japan Visa is rejected? You must wait 6 months before re-applying for the same purpose. This is why we recommend getting your documents verified by our experts the first time — a rejection locks you out for half a year.

Q: Can I extend my stay in Japan? Extensions are possible but must be applied for at a local immigration office in Japan before your current stay expires. It's not guaranteed and typically only granted for special circumstances.