Japan Visa

Japan Tourist Visa Document Checklist

Original Passport: Must be valid for at least 6 months and contain a minimum of two blank pages.
Old Passports: Include if you have any previous passports.
Passport Photocopies: Clear copies of the first and last pages, along with all pages containing visas, entry, and exit stamps.
Visa Application Form: Completely filled out and signed by the applicant.
Passport-Size Photographs:
- Size: 2x2 inches (Exceptions: Bangalore jurisdiction requires 35x45 mm).
- Specifications: Color photo with a white background, printed on high-quality paper.
- Validity: Must be taken within the last 6 months.
Residence Proof: Any valid proof of residence within the jurisdiction of the consulate you are applying to.

Cover Letter: Must indicate the purpose of the visit and day-to-day details. It must be signed by the applicant. (Note: If self-employed, this must be printed on your company letterhead).
Travel Itinerary: A detailed, day-to-day plan of your trip.
Flight Tickets: Confirmed flight tickets for your round trip.
Hotel Booking: Confirmed hotel accommodation for the entire duration of your stay.
Accompanying Adult Visa: If traveling with another adult who already has a visa and is not applying with you, provide a copy of their valid Japan visa.

Personal Bank Statements: Statements for the last 3 months. (If using a bank passbook, submit a clear copy of the passbook pages).
Income Tax Returns (ITR): ITR for the last 2 years. (Exception: Applicants in the Kolkata and Chennai jurisdictions must submit ITR for the last 3 years).

Submit the documents that apply to your current employment status:

If Employed: Provide an Employer NOC (No Objection Certificate).
If Self-Employed: Provide proof of ownership or a company registration certificate.

If the applicant is a student or traveling as a dependent, the following additional documents are required:

Consent Letter: Written consent from parents or spouse.
Sponsor's Bank Statement: Bank statement of the parents/spouse for the last 3 months.
Sponsor's ITR: Latest Income Tax Return for parents/spouse. (If ITR is unavailable, submit their bank statement for the last 6 months instead).
Proof of Relationship: Passport copy, Marriage Certificate, or Birth Certificate linking the applicant to the sponsor.
Student Identity Card: Clear copy of the current student ID.
Institution Certificate: School/College NOC or Bonafide certificate.

Applicants must provide the following additional details to complete their profile:

Select one of the following:

Provide the specific details corresponding to your current status:

If Employed: Name of the Employer/Organization, Job Title, Organization Address, and Organization Email.
If Self-Employed: Job Title.
If Student: Name of the Institution, Institute Address, and Institute Email.
If Unemployed: Last job role held and the last date of working.
If Retired: Date of retirement.
If Other: Provide full details of your current alternative employment status.