Traveling to Japan? Enjoy a Seamless Arrival Experience
Japan Arrival Card (Japan VJW)
The Japan Arrival Card (Japan VJW) is an optional online pre-arrival registration system provided by Japanese immigration authorities to help streamline the entry process for international travelers. It is designed to replace traditional paper forms by allowing visitors to submit personal and travel details digitally before arriving in Japan, but its use is not required for entry.
Depending on nationality and visa requirements, travelers may choose to use the Japan Arrival Card (Japan VJW) as a convenience tool. The online form collects personal, travel, and immigration-related information, which—if submitted—is securely transmitted to Japanese border authorities to help simplify arrival procedures. Travelers who do not use the system can still complete all required immigration and customs steps manually upon arrival.
Completing the Japan Arrival Card (Japan VJW) in advance can help create a faster and more convenient arrival experience for tourists, business visitors, and those visiting family or friends. However, it is not an essential or mandatory step, and entry into Japan remains subject to standard visa and immigration rules regardless of VJW usage.
Whether you’re exploring Tokyo’s vibrant city life, visiting Kyoto’s historic temples, or enjoying the natural landscapes of Hokkaido, the Japan Arrival Card (Japan VJW) is a voluntary option that may help ease airport procedures. If you decide to use it, we are here to assist you every step of the way.
Japan Arrival Card (Visit Japan Web – VJW)
The Visit Japan Web (VJW) is Japan’s official optional digital platform that allows travelers to pre-register immigration and customs information online. It is designed to replace paper forms and enables users to generate QR codes that may help speed up procedures at major airports such as Narita, Haneda, and Kansai. Use of this system is not required to enter Japan.
Exemptions
Japanese citizens and foreign residents holding valid re-entry permits do not need to use the Japan Arrival Card (VJW).
Key facts
Visit Japan Web (VJW) is optional and not mandatory.
If you choose to use it, it is recommended (but not required) to complete it shortly before arrival to help streamline airport procedures.
It can cover immigration clearance and customs declaration information.
You may receive QR codes for use at immigration and customs checkpoints if you use the system.
The process is generally quick and can be completed online in a few minutes. Using VJW may help create a smoother arrival experience, but travelers can still complete all required procedures manually upon arrival.
Fees
The Japan Arrival Card (VJW) is available free of charge on the official Japanese government website.
If you choose to use our optional assistance service, the support fee is $48 per traveler, which covers guidance and review of your information only if you decide to submit the form.
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How Trevalo Helps You Prepare for Japan
3 Simple Steps to a Smooth Arrival
Share your travel details.
It only takes a few minutes to share your travel information:
- Passport country and number.
- Arrival and departure dates.
- Flight details and accommodation address.
Our team reviews your submission to prevent delays at immigration. We carefully check for
We’ll look for:
- Incorrect or mismatched flight numbers.
- Incomplete accommodation addresses.
- Passport information errors.
- Timing issues (the Japan VJW must be submitted within 3 days of arrival).
Arrive with Ease — Stress-Free and On Time
With your Japan VJW properly verified, you can enjoy:
- Quick and smooth immigration clearance.
- Faster baggage collection.
- More time to explore and enjoy Japan.
Trevalo is a private service — not affiliated with the Japanese government.
Benefits
Review fee $48
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FAQs
Frequntily Asked Questions
When is the recommended time to submit the Japan VJW before entering Japan?
Japan VJW is optional and not a mandatory requirement for entry into Japan.
If you choose to use Visit Japan Web, it is recommended (but not required) to submit it within 72 hours of arrival to help streamline airport procedures.
You may prepare your information in advance, and we can assist by reviewing your details to ensure they are ready if you decide to submit the form.
What are the consequences of not completing the Japan VJW ahead of arrival?
Japan VJW is not mandatory, and travelers are not required to complete it in order to enter Japan.
If you choose not to submit the Japan VJW in advance, you can still complete the necessary immigration and customs procedures manually upon arrival, which may take more time compared to using the online system.
Using Visit Japan Web is intended to facilitate and speed up airport procedures, but not completing it does not result in refusal of entry.
Which travelers are exempt from submitting the Japan VJW?
Japan VJW is optional for all travelers and is not a mandatory requirement for entry into Japan.
Japanese nationals and holders of long-term residency status do not need to use Visit Japan Web.
Other foreign travelers, including those entering Japan without a visa, may choose to use the Japan VJW to help simplify immigration and customs procedures, but submission is not required.
What information and documents are required to fill out the Japan VJW?
If you choose to use Visit Japan Web (VJW), you may be asked to provide the following information to complete the form. Submission of the Japan VJW is optional and not required for entry into Japan.
– A valid passport (travelers should ensure their passport meets Japan’s general entry requirements).
– Flight details (such as airline and flight number).
– Planned arrival and departure dates.
– The address of your accommodation in Japan.
Does the Japan VJW replace or function as a visa?
No. Japan VJW does not function as a visa and does not replace any visa requirements.
Visit Japan Web is an optional online arrival declaration system designed to help streamline immigration and customs procedures. It is not mandatory, and travelers may still enter Japan by completing the required procedures manually upon arrival, subject to standard entry and visa rules.
Using Japan VJW is a convenience tool only, not a condition for entry into Japan.
Is assistance available for completing the Japan VJW once I’m already in Japan?
Japan VJW is an optional pre-arrival online system. If you decide to use it, it is intended to be completed before arrival to help speed up immigration and customs procedures.
If you arrive in Japan without submitting the Japan VJW, you can still complete the required entry procedures manually at the airport, as submission is not mandatory.
You may prepare your information in advance, and our team can review your details if you choose to use the system, to help ensure everything is ready before travel.
What is the fee for the Japan VJW and how much time does the process usually require?
Japan Arrival Card (Japan VJW) is an optional online pre-arrival system.
If you choose to use it, the process is generally quick and can be completed online in a few minutes by entering your travel details. Using the system may help simplify immigration and customs procedures, but it is not required for entry into Japan.
The Japan Arrival Card (Japan VJW) is available free of charge on the official Japanese government website.
If you prefer assistance, you may choose to use our optional support service. Our assistance fee is $48 per traveler, which covers guidance and review of your information if you decide to submit the form.
Travelers who do not use Japan VJW can still complete all required entry procedures manually upon arrival, in accordance with standard Japanese entry rules.
What services are included in your assistance package?
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| 24/7 email support in multiple languages: Russian, English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Traditional & Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Arabic, and more | ✗ |
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| Recover your Arrival Card/Declaration via email if lost, using the passport info provided | ✗ |
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