Japan Visa for Indonesian Citizens
Yes — Indonesian passport holders can enter Japan visa-free for up to 15 days as of 2026.
Visa exemption only for holders of ICAO-compliant ePassport registered with a diplomatic mission of Japan in Indonesia (since December 1, 2014). Registration valid 3 years or until passport expires. Maximum stay is 15 days.
mofa.go.jp ↗Entering Japan on an Indonesian passport
- → Travel with just your valid Indonesian passport. No visa or prior application needed.
- → See the exact document checklist for Indonesian applicants, by visa type.
- → Confirm the latest rules on the destination's official government page before you book.
Documents required for Indonesian applicants
The exact documents Indonesian citizens must submit for Japan, by visa type, from the official visa application centre.
studentSpecial Visa (Study/work/training/stay Within Specified Period)
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touristTemporary Visit Visa
Get the peace of mind you need on your travels, with insurance made simple for more click here (https://visa.vfsglobal.com/idn/en/jpn/travel-insurance-non-schengen). Please find the below guidance that is suitable to your purpose of travel. Bali Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Family or Friend Visit Temporary visit visa for purpose of Familiy visit (family former Japanese citizen) Temporary visit visa for purpose of Familiy visit (former Japanese citizen) Temporary visit visa for purpose of Family visit (if the applicant is a family member of Japanese citicen domiciled in Indonesia Temporary visit visa for purpose of Business Temporary Holiday Visitor Visa (RUS etc) (https://www.denpasar.id.emb-japan.go.jp/files/100982619.pdf) Temporary Holiday Visitor Visa (https://www.denpasar.id.emb-japan.go.jp/files/100982617.pdf) Jakarta Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Family Visit Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Friend Visit Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Tourist at personal cost Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Family Visit (if the applicant is a family member of Japanese citizen domiciled in Indonesia) Temporary visit visa for purpose of Business Makassar Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Family Visit Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Friend Visit Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Tourist at personal cost Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Family Visit (if the applicant is a family member of Japanese citizen domiciled in Indonesia) Temporary visit visa for purpose of Business Medan Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Family Visit Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Friend Visit Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Tourist at personal cost Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Family Visit (if the applicant is a family member of Japanese citizen domiciled in Indonesia) Temporary visit visa for purpose of Business Special visa with COE Surabaya Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Family Visit Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Friend Visit Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Tourist at personal cost Temporary Visit Visa for purpose of Family Visit (if the applicant is a family member of Japanese citizen domiciled in Indonesia) Temporary visit visa for purpose of Business
otherMultiple Entry Visa
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Japan visa for Indonesia citizens — FAQ
Do Indonesian citizens need a visa for Japan?
Yes — Indonesian passport holders can enter Japan visa-free for up to 15 days as of 2026.
How long can Indonesian citizens stay in Japan?
Indonesian passport holders can stay in Japan for up to 15 days per entry under the current visa-free arrangement.
What documents do Indonesian citizens need for Japan?
A valid passport plus the Japan document checklist for your visa type — Earth Visa lists the full required documents per visa category from the official visa application centre.
Related visa requirements
For Indonesian citizens