3 Misunderstandings About PCR Test Reports for Japan Entry

2022-11-7

Desperate to visit Japan upon the latest entry relaxation measures? All visitors aged 6 or above who have not received 3 doses of vaccination should present a negative PCR test report within 72 hours of departure, while unvaccinated children under 18 accompanied by adults with full vaccination record can be exempted (recovery proof cannot be used as vaccination record).

INDICAID is here to break down with you the 3 most common misunderstandings about the recognized PCR test reports for entering Japan!

1. All Recognized Reports From Any Testing Institution Accepted

(Source: Official website of Consulate General of Japan in Hong Kong)

The Consulate website further points out that the list of medical institutions provided only covers those that provide Japanese language services, other testing centers that can provide test reports fulfilling the above 8 items are also valid.

2. Reference Only - Japanese Test Certificate Template Not A Must

(Source: Official website of the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare)

The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare states that any PCR test report made without using the above format is also valid as long as it satisfies all of the items listed below:

Name
Date of Birth
Testing Method
Sample Collection
Collection Date
Result
Medical Institution
Report Date

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