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JAPAN – Introduction of pre-entry tuberculosis screening of certain nationalities.
January 21, 2025
By: Patricia Clarino, Senior Manager, Newland Chase Advisory.
Starting in June 2025, tuberculosis screening test results will be required for Certificate of Eligibility (COE) applicants from the Philippines, Nepal, and Vietnam who are seeking long-term work or residence permits in Japan.
The requirement will come into force for eligible applications filed from the following dates:
- Philippines and Nepal nationals: June 23, 2025
- Vietnamese nationals: September 1, 2025
An applicant can be exempted from this requirement if they have proof that their current residential address is not in any of the affected countries. If a screening test is required, it should be conducted at a designated medical institution.
This new requirement is not applicable to short-term visitors staying in Japan for less than 90 days nor to a visitor who re-enters Japan with valid re-entry permission, regardless of nationality.
For more information, please visit this Japanese government website. (Note that it is currently available only in the Japanese language.)
Newland Chase insights
Companies planning to assign individuals from the affected countries to Japan should monitor updates regarding this requirement. As of January 2025, some details have not yet been fully disclosed by the Japanese government, but are expected to be released in the coming months.
This immigration update is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for legal or scenario-specific advice. Furthermore, it is important to note that immigration announcements are subject to sudden and unexpected changes. Readers are encouraged to reach out to Newland Chase for any case- or company-specific assessments.
