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Visit Japan Web Guide · Japan Arrival Procedures

Visit Japan Web · Customs Declaration (paper form)

Register your immigration and customs details on Visit Japan Web before you fly, then show one QR code at immigration and customs. It is free and not mandatory: paper disembarkation and customs forms are still available.

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OptionalArrival card

Visit Japan Web

Who
Any traveller entering Japan, including visa-exempt visitors. Japanese nationals and re-entry permit holders only use the customs part.
When
Any time before arrival. Register on PC or phone, but the QR code must be shown on a smartphone or tablet at the airport.
Fee
Free
Validity
One registration per trip (entry schedule).
Processing
QR code is generated immediately after you finish the procedure.

Steps

  1. Create an account with your email address and log in.
  2. Register user: choose your procedure category and add passport details (scan with camera or enter manually).
  3. Register your entry/return schedule: flight and place of stay in Japan.
  4. Fill in 'Immigration clearance and customs declaration' for that schedule.
  5. On arrival, show the single QR code at the immigration counter, then at the customs electronic declaration terminal or inspection desk.

Have ready

  • Passport
  • Email address
  • Flight number and arrival date
  • Address and phone of your hotel in Japan
  • Smartphone to display the QR code

Watch out

  • The Digital Agency never charges a fee. Sites asking for payment are not official.
  • Fake apps such as 'Visit Japan Web Info' have been reported. Visit Japan Web is a website, not an app.
  • If the site or your phone fails, fill in the paper disembarkation card and customs form at the airport.
  • The tax-free shopping QR code cannot be used as a screenshot.
Official site · services.digital.go.jp

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Customs Declaration (paper form)

Who
Every arriving passenger must declare belongings, either via Visit Japan Web or on the paper form. Submit two copies if you have unaccompanied baggage.
When
On the plane or at customs on arrival.
Fee
Free

Steps

  1. Get the form on board or at customs.
  2. Fill in personal details and answer the declaration questions.
  3. Hand it to the customs officer with your passport.

Have ready

  • Passport
  • Pen
  • Flight number

Watch out

  • Japan Customs recommends the electronic route via Visit Japan Web; paper is the fallback.
  • Unaccompanied baggage requires the paper form in duplicate.
Official site · www.customs.go.jp

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FAQ

Is Visit Japan Web mandatory?

No. It speeds up immigration and customs, but paper disembarkation cards and customs forms are still accepted.

Do I need separate QR codes for immigration and customs?

No. Since January 2024 a single unified QR code is used for both.

Is there a fee?

No. The Digital Agency states it never asks users for any fee.

Can I fill it in on my laptop?

Yes, but you must display the QR code on a smartphone or tablet at the airport.

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