Recently, the Japanese Embassy in China issued detailed regulations on entry to Japan. The promulgation of these detailed rules demonstrates Japan's determination to get rid of the impact of the epidemic and no longer lock the country.
The source of the picture in the article / The official website of the Japanese Embassy in China
For Chinese people entering Japan after October 11, these details are more like an entry guide. Only by fully understanding the details can the entry path be smoother.
△ Source / Nihon Keizai News
Especially recently, a large number of international students going to Japan are applying for visas. How to apply for relevant procedures and how to carry personal belongings can all be obtained through this entry rules to provide a macro-comprehensive understanding. The first thing that emphasizes in the details of
is that some new crown vaccine in China have been recognized by the Japanese government.
From October 11, vaccines that have been vaccinated with the emergency use list of World Health Organization (WHO) are considered valid vaccination (three-dose) certificates and can enter Japan directly, and there is no need to undergo nucleic acid testing for .
△ Source / Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare Official Website
At present, there are three Chinese domestic vaccines listed on the list, namely Sinopharm Zhongsheng Beijing's new crown inactivated vaccine, Sinovac Zhongwei's new crown inactivated vaccine, and CanSino Biologics Co., Ltd.'s recombinant novel coronavirus vaccine.
That is to say, from October 11, will go from China to Japan. As long as you receive any of the vaccines from Sinopharm, Sinovac, and CanSino , you can avoid PCR testing and enter directly from .
Of course, even if you have not finished 3 vaccination, you can still enter Japan, but you need to issue a PCR negative test certificate for within 72 hours before going abroad.
It should be noted that Japan does not recognize the oropharyngeal swab detection method used in routine nucleic acid testing in China, and only recognizes the detection method of nasopharyngeal head fluid (Nasopharyngeal Swab) . Therefore, nucleic acid testing before entering Japan must be confirmed with the testing agency for testing methods.
Regarding the acquisition of vaccine certificates, the Japanese Embassy in China also specifically reminds you that you can obtain the electronic version of " International Travel Health Certificate" on WeChat.
This is a comprehensive proof, which shows the holder's nucleic acid, serum IgG antibody test results and vaccination status. The Chinese version of the "International Travel Health Certificate" was launched on March 8, 2021, and , Japan's Narita Airport, also recognized .
health certificate contains encrypted QR code for verification and reading personal related information by relevant departments of various countries. It is internationally versatile.
There are two ways to obtain "International Travel Health Certificate": scan the official QR code on WeChat to enter the mini program, or search for "International Edition of Epidemic Prevention and Health Code" in the WeChat mini program to obtain the mini program entrance for operation.
After entering the mini program, you can find that this system is also named "International Version of Epidemic Prevention and Health Code". Because it integrates the entrances for returning people and those who go abroad, it is not only suitable for citizens leaving the country, but also for returning people.
click to open the "Returning Personnel Portal" link of the mini program. After filling in various entry information, users can apply for the test results and obtain the health code required for returning to China.
During the epidemic, the quarantine procedures at international airports in various countries were relatively cumbersome. For this reason, the Japanese government recommends that all passengers use "fast channel" before entering Japan - before entering Japan from overseas, they can complete some quarantine procedures in advance through the MySOS web version or MySOS application.
Once you enter Japan, except for symptomatic passengers, does not require secondary testing, nor does it require home isolation, and you can travel freely.
Regarding items you carry with you, the Japanese Embassy in China specifically reminds that you cannot bring any meat products, fresh vegetables or fruits to Japan. The finished product sealed and independently packaged with dry products or candied products is not within the prohibited range.
For those who enter the country with the new regulations, if the issuance date of the stay qualification certification certificate is after August 1, 2022, then the validity period of the certification certificate is the same as the provisions before the epidemic, and they are 3 months from the issuance date and must enter Japan within the validity period.
For permanent residents who were unable to return to Japan on time due to the epidemic, if the re-entry permit has expired, they need to contact the Japanese Embassy in China or designated agency for the procedures.
△ Source / nippon.com
In addition, short-term visa applications for the purpose of "visiting relatives and friends" no longer require the invitation party to provide an oath.
In short, for many Chinese and overseas Chinese who leave their hometowns in Japan, the dream of inviting their parents and relatives to Japan to reunite can now be realized.
