Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare will require Tuberculosis Screening certificates as a mandatory document for the COE application. At this time, nations suject to this measure at the Philippines, Nepal, Vietnam, Indonesia, Myanmar, and China.
| Testing available from | Test certificate required in COE application from | |
| Philippine, Nepal | March 24, 2025 (tentative) | June 23, 2025 (tentative) |
| Vietnam | May 26, 2025 (tentative) | September 1, 2025 (tentative) |
| Indonesia, Myanmar, China | Under discussion | Under discussion |
What to Expect
- Visa types subject to this measure:
- Mid to long-term visas (Excluding SSW, government-funded exchange programs, nurse/social worker/helper under EPA and government programs, etc.)
- Digital Nomad visa
- Required tests: Chest X-ray test at a medical institution in the above countries designated by the Japanese government.
- Submission of test certificate:
- In COE application and visa application at the local consulate (depending on the timing of the COE application)
- Validity of test certificate is 180 days from date of testing
Erickson Insights & Analysis
Additional information in Japanese and the guidelines for the screening procedures are available. Erickson Immigration Group will continue to monitor developments and share updates as more news is available. Please contact your employer or EIG attorney if you have questions about anything we’re reporting above or case-specific questions.