COVID-19: Entry requirements updated, countries reclassified

IMPACT – MEIUM

The Japanese government has updated its COVID-19 entry requirements and implemented a new COVID-19 country classification system.

Key Points:

• As of June 1, Japanese authorities categorized countries into “blue,” “yellow” and “red” groups. The lists are available here.
• Travelers from blue countries and fully vaccinated travelers from yellow countries are no longer required to test for COVID-19 upon arrival or undergo a mandatory quarantine.
• The daily international arrival cap has increased from 10,000 to 20,000 entries per day.

Additional Information: Regardless of a traveler’s departure country, individuals must have proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours before departure to enter Japan. More information regarding Japan’s current border measures is available here.

BAL Analysis: Border measures may change with little or no notice. The response to the COVID-19 pandemic continues to develop, and BAL will provide additional updates as information becomes available.

This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice group. For additional information, please contact berryapplemanleiden@bal.com.

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