Date Posted: 2024-08-30 12:02:30
Summary
Japan set to introduce new entry system for foreign tourists. New system will run in a similar way to ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) in the U.S. The aim of the new system is to reduce the number of illegal immigrants who come to Japan from visa-exempt countries and regions. JESTA will require visa-exempt foreign nationals to declare their purpose of entry and place of stay online. If the application is flagged as an illegal-stay risk, the travel authorization required to leave the country will not be granted. The government aims to allocate research costs for JESTA in next year's budget, with plans for it to be in place by 2030. Japan is set to introduce a new entry system for foreign tourists. The government has tentatively named the system JESTA. Win a Stay at the Hilton Niseko Village. Enjoy an unforgettable getaway with stunning views of Mt. Yotei. The Japanese government has announced plans to introduce a new travel authorization system which will require visitors to declare personal information online in order to enter the country. The new system is only available if you have an IC passport or you need a physical stamp in your passport to retain tax free refunds. The new system is called JESTA. The name itself is practically begging for mockery. It's like they thought, "How can we make visiting Japan as complicated as possible?" and then decided to wrap it up in a shiny new IT system that’ll likely cost more than a small nation’s GDP. Will this new JESTA thing be as user-friendly as those cracker designs from the Ministry of Health or MOFA? Are we in for something more like the 7-Eleven app or PayPay app, where it feels like they’ve jammed every feature they could think of into one page for a bit of a laugh? And you just know there’ll be some childish mascot thrown in, probably waving at you while you’re trying to figure out where the hell to click. The US has had ESTA since January 2009 for all Visa Waiver entries into the U.S. Enter to win a 2-night VIP stay for two at the Hilton Niseko Village. Enjoy stunning views of Mt. Yotei, delicious cuisine and fun outdoor activities. Air Astana signs codeshare agreement with Japan Airlines. See where Cherry Blossoms Are Blooming Now in Japan on GaijinPot Travel. The 10 Best Summer Activities in Hokkaido. The Best 10 Things To Do In Kyoto. A Beginner's Guide to Climbing Mount Fuji.
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