Japan vs United Kingdom: tourist visa
Japan or United Kingdom for a tourist visa? Side by side: $35 vs $239 all-in, 5 to 7 days vs 3 weeks decision, funds to show, process type, biometrics and which one fits your plan.
Verdict
- Japan is cheaper ($35 vs $239 all-in)
- Japan decides faster (5 to 7 days)
- Japan asks for less money in the bank ($1,500 vs $2,500)
Japan vs United Kingdom: tourist visa side by side
| Japan | United Kingdom | |
|---|---|---|
| Visa format | E-visa | Sticker |
| Process | e-visa | sticker visa |
| Biometrics | No | Required |
| Interview | No | No |
| Government fee | $5 | $180 |
| vistolane filing fee | $30 | $59 |
| All-in per traveller | $35 | $239 |
| Decision window | 5 to 7 days | 3 weeks |
| Validity | 90 days | 6 months |
| Stay | Up to 90 days | Up to 6 months |
| Entries | Single | Multiple |
| Funds to show (tourist visa) | $1,500 | $2,500 |
| tourist visa route | Tourist | Standard Visitor |
Which is cheaper?
Japan costs $35 all-in ($5 government fee plus $30 filing) and United Kingdom costs $239 ($180 plus $59). Japan is cheaper by $204 per traveller. Neither figure includes optional attention plans or airport transfers.
Which is faster?
Japan: 5 to 7 days (5–7 working days). United Kingdom: 3 weeks (3 weeks (15 working days)). vistolane quotes a guaranteed decision date for both before you pay.
Which needs less money in the bank?
Japan asks for about $1,500 and United Kingdom about $2,500 for a tourist visa. Japan is the lower bar. In both, statements must be seasoned for three months and match the plan you describe.
How the processes differ
Japan: e-visa. United Kingdom: sticker visa with biometrics. An e-visa needs no appointment; a sticker visa holds your passport for the decision window; an embassy visa adds an interview and a decision at the window.
Which should you pick for a tourist visa?
For a short trip, weigh speed and entries: Japan decides in 5 to 7 days, and United Kingdom gives multiple entries. If you are choosing purely on cost, Japan wins.