Last updated: 2024-07-16 12:37:14
Visa
To apply for a Temporary Visitor Visa for Sightseeing in Japan without a guarantor, you need to prepare the following documents:
1 .Passports:
Original Passport:
o Must have at least 6 months validity.
o Must have at least 3 blank pages.
Photocopy:
o Photocopy of the Bio Data Page of the current passport (First and Last Page).
Old Passport:
o Original old passport booklets, if any.
2. Photographs:
Specifications:
o One photograph taken within the last 6 months.
o Size: 2 x 2 inches.
o Color with white background.
o Printed on good quality paper.
3. Covering Letter:
For Individuals/Families/Companies:
o Addressed to the Visa officer, Consulate-General of Japan.
o Brief profile of the applicants.
o Purpose of travel with travel dates.
o Day-to-day details of the visit.
For Officials/Sponsored Applicants:
o On company letterhead.
4 .Bank Statements:
Personal and Company's Bank Statements:
o Original 6 months statements with bank seal and signature.
o Relevant and active accounts showing proof of funds and income.
o Statements should be of a closing date close to the visa application date (A4 size preferred).
5. IT Returns:
1. Income Tax Acknowledgement / ITR-V (Saral):
o Recent returns for individuals and the company.
6. Itinerary / Air Tickets:
1. Tickets:
o Return air tickets with all internal flight/train tickets.
2. Itinerary:
o Day-wise itinerary of the tour.
Purpose of Travel / Accommodation:
1. Itinerary:
o Details of travel, accommodation, and activities within Japan.
7. Supporting Credentials:
1. Businessmen:
o Proprietorship certificate / Certificate of Registration / Memorandum of Association, Articles of Association / Partnership Deed / PAN Card.
o NOC from other partners or directors in case of partnership.
2. Employees:
o Leave sanction letter from the company (or from the Government body in case of government employees/public servants).
o Last 3 months’ salary statements (only for private firms).
o Company ID card (optional).
o Retirement certificate or letter / Copy of Pension Book (for retired employees).
o Pension statements for the last three months.
3. Students:
o Leave sanction letter from the educational institution (for travel during working days).
o Bonafide Certificate from the educational institution (for travel during vacations).
o School/College ID card (optional).
4. Newly Wed / Honeymooners:
o Marriage certificate (Original).
o Wedding invitation card / Photographs (if the marriage certificate is not ready).
5. Children Traveling Unaccompanied:
o Notary attested NOC on a stamp paper from both/either parent.
o Passport copies of both/either parent.
o If parents don't have passports, birth certificate of the applicant and copies of the parents' ID cards.
6. Travelers Unaccompanied by Spouses/Partners:
o Notary attested NOC on a stamp paper from the unaccompanied spouse.
o Passport copy of the unaccompanied spouse (or any Govt ID Proof mentioning spouse name).
8. Additional Supporting Documents (if available):
1. FD Receipts from banks.
2. Public Shares / Debenture Certificates.
3. Asset Evaluation Report from a CA.
4. Government ID Proof of the applicant.
These requirements ensure that all necessary documentation is provided to support the visa application process, making it smoother and more efficient.
Business Visa
To apply for a Business Affairs/Market Research/Conference Visa for Japan, the following documents and particulars are generally required:
1. Passports:
Original Passport:
o Must have at least 6 months validity.
o Must have at least 3 blank pages.
Photocopy:
o Photocopy of the Bio Data Page of the current passport (First and Last Page).
Old Passport:
o Original old passport booklets, if any.
2. Photographs:
. Specifications:
o One photograph taken within the last 6 months.
o Size: 2 x 2 inches.
o Color with white background.
o Printed on good quality paper.
3. Covering Letter:
For Individuals/Families/Companies:
o Addressed to the Visa officer, Consulate-General of Japan.
o Brief profile of the applicants.
o Purpose of travel with travel dates.
For Officials/Sponsored Applicants:
o On company letterhead.
4. Bank Statements:
Personal and Company's Bank Statements:
o Original 6 months statements with bank seal and signature.
o Relevant and active accounts showing proof of funds and income.
o Statements should be of a closing date close to the visa application date (A4 size preferred).
5. IT Returns:
Income Tax Acknowledgement / ITR-V (Saral):
o Latest 3 years for individuals and the company.
6. Itinerary / Air Tickets:
Tickets:
o Return air tickets with all internal flight/train tickets.
Purpose of Travel / Accommodation:
Invitation Letter:
o Original invitation letter from the inviting company/organization.
Letter of Guarantee:
o Original letter of guarantee, if the inviting company/organization is bearing the expenses.
Incorporation Register/Overview of Company:
o Certified copy of the incorporation register or an overview of the company/organization.
Employment Contract:
o Your employment contract.
7. Supporting Credentials:
. Businessmen:
o Proprietorship certificate / Certificate of Registration / Memorandum of Association, Articles of Association / Partnership Deed / PAN Card.
o NOC from other partners or directors in case of partnership.
Employees:
o Leave sanction letter from the company (or from the Government body in case of government employees/public servants).
o Last 3 months’ salary statements (only for private firms).
o Company ID card (optional).
o Retirement certificate or letter / Copy of Pension Book (for retired employees).
o Pension statements for the last three months.
Students:
o Leave sanction letter from the educational institution (for travel during working days).
o Bonafide Certificate from the educational institution (for travel during vacations).
o School/College ID card (optional).
Newly Wed / Honeymooners:
o Marriage certificate (Original).
o Wedding invitation card / Photographs (if the marriage certificate is not ready).
Children Traveling Unaccompanied:
o Notary attested NOC on a stamp paper from both/either parent.
o Passport copies of both/either parent.
o If parents don't have passports, birth certificate of the applicant and copies of the parents' ID cards.
Travelers Unaccompanied by Spouses/Partners:
o Notary attested NOC on a stamp paper from the unaccompanied spouse.
o Passport copy of the unaccompanied spouse (or any Govt ID Proof mentioning spouse name).
8. Additional Supporting Documents (if available):
1. FD Receipts from banks.
2. Public Shares / Debenture Certificates.
3. Asset Evaluation Report from a CA.
4. Government ID Proof of the applicant.
These requirements ensure that all necessary documentation is provided to support the visa application process, making it smoother and more efficient.
1. Disclaimers
The above list of documents is the standard requirement for the visa application. The Embassy/Consulate/High Commission/Application Centres reserve the right to request additional documents for verification.
Travelspoc does not guarantee the outcome of any visa application. Decisions on visa applications are at the sole discretion of the respective Embassy/Consulate/High Commission.
