Japan has raised visa fees for the first time since 1978, with single-entry visas increasing from 3,000 yen to 15,000 yen starting 1 July 2026.
Indian passport holders currently enjoy a reciprocal arrangement with Japan
Jun 22, 2026
04:10 pm
What's the storyJapan has announced a major increase in visa fees for foreign nationals, the first such hike in nearly half a century.
The new rates, which will come into effect from July 1, 2026, will see single-entry visa fees rise from 3,000 yen (₹1,757) to 15,000 yen (₹8,785), five times the previous fee.
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