Indonesian passport holders require a visa to visit Japan. Here is the complete application guide, including documents, the application process in Indonesia, and current processing times.
Indonesia and Japan have strong tourism and people-to-people ties, and the Japanese tourist visa for Indonesian citizens is one of the most commonly applied-for travel documents in Southeast Asia. Japan does not currently offer visa-free access to Indonesian passport holders, though this situation is occasionally reviewed. This guide covers the standard single-entry tourist visa application process for Indonesian citizens.
Visa Type for Tourism
Indonesian citizens visiting Japan for tourism apply for a short-term stay visa (short-term visit visa, 短期滞在), which allows stays of up to 15 or 30 days, depending on the approved duration. The visa is issued as a single-entry or multiple-entry document.
Where to Apply in Indonesia
Applications are submitted to the Embassy of Japan in Jakarta or the Japan Consulate General in Surabaya, Denpasar, Medan, or Makassar — depending on your registered address. Many Indonesian applicants use Japan Visa Application Centres (JVAC) operated by VFS Global, which accept applications on behalf of the embassy and allow submission without visiting the embassy directly.
Documents Required
- Valid passport: Minimum 6 months validity beyond intended stay, at least 2 blank pages
- Completed visa application form: Download from the Japanese embassy website in Indonesia
- Recent passport photo: 4.5cm x 4.5cm, white background, taken within 6 months
- Bank statements: 3 to 6 months, showing sufficient funds for the trip duration
- Certificate of employment: On company letterhead with salary, position, and leave approval dates
- Income tax return (SPT): Most recent year, stamped by the tax office
- Round-trip flight itinerary
- Hotel booking or accommodation confirmation
- Travel itinerary: Brief outline of places you plan to visit in Japan
Financial Requirements
Japanese embassies in Indonesia assess financial capacity carefully. The general expectation is funds of at least 1,500,000 IDR (approximately 130-150 CAD) per day of stay, available in accessible savings. A 15-day trip requires demonstrating at least 22,500,000 IDR (approximately 1,900-2,100 CAD) in available funds.
Processing Time
Standard processing takes 4 to 5 business days from the date of submission at the embassy or JVAC. Applications submitted during peak periods (Golden Week, summer, year-end) can take up to 2 weeks to process. Apply at least 3 to 4 weeks before your travel date.
Visa Fee
The Japan tourist visa fee for Indonesian applicants is around 330,000 IDR (approximately 25-30 CAD) for a single-entry visa. JVAC service charges an additional handling fee of around 300,000 IDR.
