India Visa Requirements for Japanese citizens in 2024

Last Updated: Nov. 22, 2024, 2:24 p.m.

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1) E-Visa

Japanese passport holders planning a visit to India for tourism purposes do not need a traditional visa for short durations. Instead, an electronic travel authorization (eTA or eVisa) must be acquired prior to entry. Explore our comprehensive guides on eVisas for more details.

Entry Requirement

Danger
Allowed Stay

60 days

Purpose of Travel

Tourist

2) Visa On Arrival

Upon arriving in India, Japanese citizens have the option to apply for a visa on arrival. This visa can be obtained directly at the country’s entry points.

Entry Requirement

Danger
Allowed Stay

unknown

Purpose of Travel

Tourist

Further Notes

  • Visa on Arrival is only granted at Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Mumbai airport.
  • Japanese citizens can also apply for e-Visa online for 30 days.
  • e-Visa holders must arrive via 31 designated airports or 5 designated seaports.
  • An Indian e-Tourist Visa may only be obtained twice within 1 calendar year.
  • Foreigners of Pakistani origin or who hold a Pakistani Passport are not eligible for an e-Visa. Foreigners who are not Pakistani nationals, but whose parents or grandparents (either paternal or maternal) were born in, or were permanent residents in Pakistan, are also not eligible for an e-Visa.

Reference Links

https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/visa-on-arrival.html

General Information about India

  • Name (Common): India
  • Name (Official): Republic of India
  • Population: 1380004385
  • Area: 3287590
  • Capital: New Delhi
  • Currency: Indian rupee
  • Language: English
  • Calling Code: +9
  • Region: Asia
  • Subregion: Southern Asia

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, a visa is required for Japanese citizens. Japan passport holders can apply for a tourist visa online.

Yes, a visa is required for Japanese citizens. Japan passport holders can apply for a tourist visa online. Options include: E-Visa, Visa On Arrival.

Yes, Japanese citizens can travel to India, but an E-Visa is required.

The maximum length of stay in India with E-Visa is 60 days. Japanese citizens must leave the country within the specified period.

Overstaying an E-Visa in India can result in fines, penalties, and potentially being banned from entering India in the future. It is important to comply with the length of stay specified with the visa and leave the country within the allotted time.

The maximum length of stay in India with Visa On Arrival is unknown. Japanese citizens must leave the country within the specified period.
Travel Advisory for India

Advisory Message: India has a current risk level of 3.4 (out of 5). We advise: Use some caution when travelling India.
Score: 3.4
Source: https://www.travel-advisory.info/india
Last Updated Aug. 13, 2024, 8:21 a.m.