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Japan to Raise Some Tourist Visa Fees More Than 400 Percent

Japan is implementing its first visa fee increase since 1978. The new rates take effect on July 1, 2026. These changes primarily affect travelers who must obtain a visa before entry.

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Japan announced a fivefold increase in tourist visa fees and higher limits for residency status changes.

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  1. Japan to Raise Tourist Visa Fees Fivefold Starting July 1

    Japan is implementing its first visa fee increase since 1978. The new rates take effect on July 1, 2026. These changes primarily affect travelers who must obtain a visa before entry.

    What's confirmed:

    • Single-entry visa fees will increase from 3,000 yen to 15,000 yen.
    • Multiple-entry visa fees will increase from 6,000 yen to 30,000 yen.
    • The price hike takes effect on July 1, 2026.
    • This is the first visa fee increase since 1978.
    • A bill raises the statutory upper limit for fees to extend stay or change residency status from 10,000 yen to 100,000 yen.
    • The fee increase applies only to travelers required to obtain a visa before entering.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The fee jump will hit Chinese tourists hard and strain tense ties.
    • Authorities cited inflation and rising administrative costs as reasons for the hike.
    • Most short-term visitors from the US will not be affected by the higher costs.
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