Upcoming COVID-19-Related Entry Requirement Changes

Key Points

• New COVID-19 testing requirements for fully vaccinated travelers seeking entry into Japan beginning 7 September 2022

Overview

Effective 7 September 2022, the Japanese government will lift pre-departure COVID-19 testing requirements for fully vaccinated travelers. To qualify, foreign national travelers must be able to provide proof of having been fully vaccinated with a series of vaccines, along with a booster dose of a vaccine that has been approved by the government of Japan. These travelers will still be required to undergo all other entry requirements, including:

• On-arrival testing depending on the country of departure;
• Undergo a quarantine depending on the country of departure.