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Purpose: Checklist of documents required when applying for an Invitation/Business visa (e.g., for students or employees traveling to Japan).
Required Documents #
| Sr. No | Document | Remark |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visa Form | — |
| 2 | Passport | Valid for 6 months & 2 blank pages |
| 3 | Photos (2) | Size 45mm x 45mm, white background, 80% face / 20% shoulder, no smiling face, hair not resting on shoulders |
| 4 | Cover Letter | Students: on a normal page. Employees: on their company letterhead |
| 5 | Invitation Letter | From inviting company |
| 6 | Guarantee Letter | From inviting company |
| 7 | Letter of Invitation | From inviting company |
| 8 | Letter of Personal Guarantee | From inviting company |
| 9 | Letter of Request | From inviting company |
| 10 | Itinerary | From inviting company |
| 11 | Flight Booking / Schedule | From inviting company |
| 12 | Hotel Booking | From inviting company |
| 13 | ITR (Acknowledgement Page) | Last 3 years |
| 14 | Bank Statement | Last 6 months, minimum balance of ₹50,000 |
Notes #
- Documents marked “From inviting company” (items 5–12) are typically provided by the host/inviting organization in Japan, not the applicant.
- Photo specifications should be followed precisely, as visa applications are commonly rejected over non-compliant photos.