Visit Japan Web replacing MySOS
Oct 28, 2022 | 11:58 pm
#16
Join Date: Jul 2022
Posts: 29
Updated official guidance: "Should I use MySOS or Visit Japan Web Service (VJW)?"
Source: https://www.hco.mhlw.go.jp/faq/fasttrack-en.html#8-1
Interestingly, it seems that registrations already completed on MySOS will remain valid for use up till early next year (even if no new registrations are possible from this November).
Interestingly, it seems that registrations already completed on MySOS will remain valid for use up till early next year (even if no new registrations are possible from this November).
8-1 Should I use MySOS or Visit Japan Web Service (VJW)?
On November 1, 2022, Fast Track functions will shift from MySOS to Visit Japan Web. However, there is a transition period, and your options will depend on your arrival date and registration status, etc. Please read below for details.
If you are about to start a new registration
If you want to start registration procedures on or before October 31, please use MySOS.
However, if your Japan arrival is on or after November 14, you will not be able to start a new registration with MySOS, so please use Visit Japan Web on or after November 1.
If you start registration procedures on or after November 1, please use Fast Track.
Note: Fast Track processing is expected to be very busy for a few days from November 1, so if you are arriving on or before November 5, we recommend that you complete your registration via MySOS before October 31, to allow sufficient processing time.
If you have already completed vaccination certificate registration using MySOS
Until January 13, 2023, you can still use MySOS. You can show the MySOS blue screen when you check in for your flight to Japan or when you land.
If you have already completed the questionnaire using MySOS
Until January 13, 2023, you can still register a vaccination certificate or a COVID test certificate to be reviewed/processed.
If you have already completed your registration via MySOS, you can also redo your registration via Visit Japan Web. (Note: The data will not be linked.)
Visit Japan Web also allows registration for procedures other than quarantine documentation.
Please click here for details about Visit Japan Web
https://vjw-lp.digital.go.jp/en/
On November 1, 2022, Fast Track functions will shift from MySOS to Visit Japan Web. However, there is a transition period, and your options will depend on your arrival date and registration status, etc. Please read below for details.
If you are about to start a new registration
If you want to start registration procedures on or before October 31, please use MySOS.
However, if your Japan arrival is on or after November 14, you will not be able to start a new registration with MySOS, so please use Visit Japan Web on or after November 1.
If you start registration procedures on or after November 1, please use Fast Track.
Note: Fast Track processing is expected to be very busy for a few days from November 1, so if you are arriving on or before November 5, we recommend that you complete your registration via MySOS before October 31, to allow sufficient processing time.
If you have already completed vaccination certificate registration using MySOS
Until January 13, 2023, you can still use MySOS. You can show the MySOS blue screen when you check in for your flight to Japan or when you land.
If you have already completed the questionnaire using MySOS
Until January 13, 2023, you can still register a vaccination certificate or a COVID test certificate to be reviewed/processed.
If you have already completed your registration via MySOS, you can also redo your registration via Visit Japan Web. (Note: The data will not be linked.)
Visit Japan Web also allows registration for procedures other than quarantine documentation.
Please click here for details about Visit Japan Web
https://vjw-lp.digital.go.jp/en/
Oct 31, 2022 | 12:52 am
#17
Join Date: Jul 2017
Location: California
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Posts: 2,081
Just to report, I pre-filled out VJW a week ago, but still filled out the paper disembarkation cards. In line for immigration at Narita they ask you to show either or, but not both. The line gatekeeper has a paper asking to show either the paper cards or the VJW QR code to enter the line. No need to do paper cards anymore.
To add, at customs you can use the second QR code at the automated gate, scan your paper, QR code and it takes a photo, then you go through customs with no inspection if you have nothing to declare.
To add, at customs you can use the second QR code at the automated gate, scan your paper, QR code and it takes a photo, then you go through customs with no inspection if you have nothing to declare.
Last edited by seigex; Oct 31, 2022 at 12:59 am
Oct 31, 2022 | 1:40 am
#18
Join Date: Jul 2022
Posts: 29
Just to report, I pre-filled out VJW a week ago, but still filled out the paper disembarkation cards. In line for immigration at Narita they ask you to show either or, but not both. The line gatekeeper has a paper asking to show either the paper cards or the VJW QR code to enter the line. No need to do paper cards anymore.
To add, at customs you can use the second QR code at the automated gate, scan your paper, QR code and it takes a photo, then you go through customs with no inspection if you have nothing to declare.
To add, at customs you can use the second QR code at the automated gate, scan your paper, QR code and it takes a photo, then you go through customs with no inspection if you have nothing to declare.
Re: immigration, did the QR code save you any time on the ground at all? From your account I gather that all inbound foreigners are admitted into the same passport inspection queue (i.e., no separate lane for those with QR codes).
Oct 31, 2022 | 1:17 pm
#19
Join Date: Jul 2017
Location: California
Programs: AA EXP; Hyatt Globalist; Marriott Bonvoy Titanium Elite
Posts: 2,081
not really, the queue is the exact same, just makes it easier for the immigration agent and saving 5 minutes on the plane
Oct 31, 2022 | 8:53 pm
#20
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Hi
Arrived at haneda at 1015
showed my blue mysos app and got a card enroute to immigration
handed the card in and showed the qr code.
used the visit japan Web form for immigration and customs with no issues
Out at 1050 and got the 1105 limosine bus to the hilton ( WiFi on bus is good) and arrived at the hilton 3rd stop after shinjuku west and hotel washington
Just after 1200
Regards
Tbs
Arrived at haneda at 1015
showed my blue mysos app and got a card enroute to immigration
handed the card in and showed the qr code.
used the visit japan Web form for immigration and customs with no issues
Out at 1050 and got the 1105 limosine bus to the hilton ( WiFi on bus is good) and arrived at the hilton 3rd stop after shinjuku west and hotel washington
Just after 1200
Regards
Tbs
Last edited by The _Banking_Scot; Oct 31, 2022 at 9:54 pm
Oct 31, 2022 | 10:40 pm
#22
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: SAN, TYO, OSA
Posts: 262
After my passport was scanned, the "Scanning" status changed to "Please verify" . It was not immediately clear to me what & where I was supposed to verify. It turned out that I had to click on the "Passport" link and verify passport info there. It would have been nice if the "Please verify" status had been linked to the verification page.
Oct 31, 2022 | 11:06 pm
#23
Join Date: Jan 2019
Location: Singapore
Programs: Krisflyer EG, HH Diamond, IHG Platinum
Posts: 39
I used VJW today for my upcoming trip, arriving in Tokyo on 13 Nov.
I previously did MySOS for a previous trip in Oct, and I forgot to clear my phone browser cache first before starting a new submission for the quarantine stuff. Spent awhile wondering why it wouldn't save the questionnaire. Once I sorted that out, all good and it only took about 5min for my vaccination cert to be reviewed and the quarantine procedures page turned blue.
I previously did MySOS for a previous trip in Oct, and I forgot to clear my phone browser cache first before starting a new submission for the quarantine stuff. Spent awhile wondering why it wouldn't save the questionnaire. Once I sorted that out, all good and it only took about 5min for my vaccination cert to be reviewed and the quarantine procedures page turned blue.
Nov 1, 2022 | 2:40 am
#24
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: SAN, TYO, OSA
Posts: 262
I tried submitting my vaccination card today as well but for a trip in mid-December. I was ready to wait for weeks but it only took 4 hours for approval. So I guess they are not too busy. I hope it remains "blue" !
Nov 1, 2022 | 8:44 am
#25
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: SORT OF HOMELESS
Programs: 14 years AA exp, but no more; & 1MM+, QR-PLT (ow EMD) MR-LTT, HH Gold
Posts: 8,104
Re VJW, can it take care of family members in 1 phone? Or each member has to do the same on separate phones?
How far in advance of travel (approximate # of days) should I fill out forms on VJW? TIA!
How far in advance of travel (approximate # of days) should I fill out forms on VJW? TIA!
Nov 1, 2022 | 5:19 pm
#26
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Join Date: Dec 2000
Location: Shanghai
Posts: 46,399
My boss (US citizen) is going to Tokyo at the end of this month and forwarded the Visit Japan site to me because he was alarmed by its use of the word "quarantine" because it has a decidedly negative connotation here in China. I told him not to sweat the nomenclature but figured I should confirm here first. Thanks in advance, all.
Nov 1, 2022 | 6:49 pm
#27
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Join Date: Jun 2005
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My boss (US citizen) is going to Tokyo at the end of this month and forwarded the Visit Japan site to me because he was alarmed by its use of the word "quarantine" because it has a decidedly negative connotation here in China. I told him not to sweat the nomenclature but figured I should confirm here first. Thanks in advance, all.
https://jp.usembassy.gov/services/welcomebacktojapan/
Nov 1, 2022 | 7:42 pm
#28
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Procedures for a "fully vaccinated" US citizen just means completing the necessary forms and providing proof of vaccination. For a person who cannot provide proof of vaccination and booster, the procedure includes a pre-travel test (72 hrs). In both cases there is no quarantine - no period of isolation. (Of course, you should read the fine print about what "fully vaccinated" means, what tests are acceptable for unvaccinated passengers, and what forms are required etc.)
https://jp.usembassy.gov/services/welcomebacktojapan/
https://jp.usembassy.gov/services/welcomebacktojapan/
Nov 1, 2022 | 11:12 pm
#29
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https://www.mhlw.go.jp/stf/covid-19/border_test.html
If you can get a clinic to complete the form drawn up by the Japanese government, you will minimize risk of not being compliant with the documentation requirements.
Nov 2, 2022 | 4:40 pm
#30
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: SORT OF HOMELESS
Programs: 14 years AA exp, but no more; & 1MM+, QR-PLT (ow EMD) MR-LTT, HH Gold
Posts: 8,104
"Japan entry/return procedures are processed on an individual basis, so please do a separate Fast Track registration for each person."