Japan visa update for Indians: Applicants must now schedule appointments in these cities as walk-in system ends

The new process, introduced by VFS Global, aims to streamline submissions, reduce overcrowding at visa centres, and provide a more organised experience for applicants ...

Japan ends walk-in visa submissions in South India from March 2; online appointments mandatory

Japan ends walk-in visa submissions at VFS Global centres in South India from March 2, 2026. Online appointments now mandatory for Japan tourist, business and student visas in Chennai, Hyderabad, ...
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Japan Visa for Indians: New appointment rule, fees, processing time explained

Starting March 2, scheduling appointments will be mandatory in these cities, according to VFS Global, a private company that manages visa application and consular support services on behalf of ...

Japan visa: Walk-in option ends from Chennai, Cochin, Hyderabad, Puducherry

Now, Indian visa applicants for Japan across all categories will no longer be able to submit walk-in applications in Chennai, Cochin, Hyderabad and Puducherry from today. “Starting March 2, scheduling ...