Japan quintuples visa fees in first price hike since 1978 (opens original article in a new tab)

Japan has raised foreigner visa fees fivefold, the first increase since 1978, citing inflation and exchange rate changes. Single-entry visas now cost 15,000 yen and multi-entry 30,000 yen. Related fees for residency and status changes also rose significantly.

• Japan increases foreigner visa fees fivefold, first since 1978
• Single-entry visa fee rises to 15,000 yen from 3,000 yen, multi-entry to 30,000 yen from 6,000 yen
• Other fees for residency applications and status changes also increased significantly