Japan mulls raising visa fees and departure tax to boost revenue

Tourist visa fees to rise fivefold

The report said tourist visa fees will increase from 3,000 yen to 15,000 yen, a fivefold jump.

Fees for renewals or changes of visa status will rise from 6,000 yen to about 40,000 yen, depending on the length of stay.

Japan’s international tourist tax, an exit levy included in airline tickets, will be raised from 1,000 yen to 3,000 yen, effective in July.

It will apply to everyone leaving Japan, including Japanese citizens.