Japan to begin Trusted Traveler Program (TTP) on Nov 1, 2016
May 30, 2018, 11:54 pm
#167
Join Date: Oct 2003
Posts: 2,304
Applied Feb 13, 2018
Approved for Secondary Inspection April 17, 2018 - two days after I returned home from Haneda :/
Duration = 2 months, 4 days
I'm planning the next visit in mid November which leaves about 7 months between the visits, so I may need to Withdraw and re-apply since my approval would be outside the 6 month window. Has anyone withdrawn after being approved for preliminary because they wouldn't make it in time for secondary, then re-applied? It is about 5.5 months to entry if I re-apply soon so I may just do that, as I don't have any layovers through the area & quick nonstop turns are quite expensive.
Approved for Secondary Inspection April 17, 2018 - two days after I returned home from Haneda :/
Duration = 2 months, 4 days
I'm planning the next visit in mid November which leaves about 7 months between the visits, so I may need to Withdraw and re-apply since my approval would be outside the 6 month window. Has anyone withdrawn after being approved for preliminary because they wouldn't make it in time for secondary, then re-applied? It is about 5.5 months to entry if I re-apply soon so I may just do that, as I don't have any layovers through the area & quick nonstop turns are quite expensive.
Jun 4, 2018, 10:55 pm
#169
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Melonville
Programs: Alaska Mileage Plan MVPG, HHonors Gold, Hyatt GP Plat, SPG Gold, IHG Spire
Posts: 134
Finally received notice that my preliminary inspection is complete, six and half months after applying. Got tired of waiting, so applied for the APEC card and was approved. I've been using that, mainly at KIX, for the last four months. Very satisfied with it, but I'll go ahead and complete my JTTP enrollment next time I'm there.
Jun 8, 2018, 1:10 pm
#170
Join Date: Jan 2010
Posts: 1,333
NRT is introducing facial recognition for inbound passengers. It looks like they are basically automating their immigration gates, with one agent for 6 kiosks. It is good to see them finally trying to address the unpleasant delays that are not expected in such a tech-savvy and efficient country. The system should be installed in at least four airports by the end of the year, so it will be interesting to see how well they work in real life:
NRT Face Recognition
BTW, is there any reason why people who qualify for APEC would NOT take advantage of that program? People here keep mentioning that they reluctantly signed up after giving up on JTTP. I would love to be able to sign up, but my travel is purely for leisure. I am just glad the I qualify for for this program solely due to GE. But if this new program works out, TTP may end up being a waste of time anyway.
NRT Face Recognition
BTW, is there any reason why people who qualify for APEC would NOT take advantage of that program? People here keep mentioning that they reluctantly signed up after giving up on JTTP. I would love to be able to sign up, but my travel is purely for leisure. I am just glad the I qualify for for this program solely due to GE. But if this new program works out, TTP may end up being a waste of time anyway.
Jun 8, 2018, 4:58 pm
#171
Join Date: Oct 2016
Posts: 278
BTW, is there any reason why people who qualify for APEC would NOT take advantage of that program? People here keep mentioning that they reluctantly signed up after giving up on JTTP. I would love to be able to sign up, but my travel is purely for leisure. I am just glad the I qualify for for this program solely due to GE. But if this new program works out, TTP may end up being a waste of time anyway.
Jun 12, 2018, 4:16 pm
#172
Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: NYC
Programs: Marriot Am, MU Pt
Posts: 3,092
After three attempts, I have no idea why I keep getting denied.
I've read that there is the three entries requirement in the last year I guess that's probably the reason especially since I changed my passport recently.
I've read that there is the three entries requirement in the last year I guess that's probably the reason especially since I changed my passport recently.
Jun 12, 2018, 6:45 pm
#173
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: London
Programs: BAEC : GGL; HHonors : Diamond
Posts: 181
I have been using TTP since last Nov, and visit Japan quite regularly. Couple of questions that I've not been able to find online:
- If I renew my passport, will my new passport work with my existing TTP card?
- What happens when there is no space left on the back of the TTP card?
Jun 14, 2018, 5:09 pm
#174
Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: Pacific Wonderland
Programs: ʙᴏɴᴠo̱ʏ Au, IHG Au, HH Dia, Nexus, Pilot FlyingJ Preferred
Posts: 5,336
I have been using TTP since last Nov, and visit Japan quite regularly. Couple of questions that I've not been able to find online:
- If I renew my passport, will my new passport work with my existing TTP card?
- What happens when there is no space left on the back of the TTP card?
Jun 16, 2018, 11:30 pm
#175
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Silicon wasteland
Programs: UA 1KMM
Posts: 1,381
I know the enrollment centers in airports are attached to the departure passport control areas. I'm wondering if there's a way to bypass clearing entry passport control, customs, then immediately turning around and going to the departure passport control desk in order to enroll. Has anybody asked if this is possible, or done it themselves? Perhaps ask to be escorted by an immigration officer? Or can I just clear security as a transfer passenger and approach the departure immigration office from the exit side of the counters?
And in case I go to HND, where is it there?
Jun 16, 2018, 11:57 pm
#176
Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: Pacific Wonderland
Programs: ʙᴏɴᴠo̱ʏ Au, IHG Au, HH Dia, Nexus, Pilot FlyingJ Preferred
Posts: 5,336
http://www.immi-moj.go.jp/ttp2/pdf/list_en.pdf
Jul 5, 2018, 11:23 am
#177
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Silicon wasteland
Programs: UA 1KMM
Posts: 1,381
Using JR pass
I know there was discussion earlier in thread regarding tax-free shopping and a need for sticker. Is the same true for redeeming an exchange voucher for a JR pass? I'm finally going to get out of Tokyo and travel around, and want to know if I can use a JR pass using the temporary visitor Visa on the back of my TTP card.
Jul 5, 2018, 11:46 am
#178
Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: Pacific Wonderland
Programs: ʙᴏɴᴠo̱ʏ Au, IHG Au, HH Dia, Nexus, Pilot FlyingJ Preferred
Posts: 5,336
I know there was discussion earlier in thread regarding tax-free shopping and a need for sticker. Is the same true for redeeming an exchange voucher for a JR pass? I'm finally going to get out of Tokyo and travel around, and want to know if I can use a JR pass using the temporary visitor Visa on the back of my TTP card.
About JAPAN RAIL PASS JAPAN RAIL PASS
In order to receive or use JAPAN RAIL PASS, your passport must bear this stamp or sticker.
*If you use an automated gate, no stamp will be applied to your passport. Either use a manned automated gate or ask a clerk to apply the stamp to your passport.
*If you use an automated gate, no stamp will be applied to your passport. Either use a manned automated gate or ask a clerk to apply the stamp to your passport.
Jul 6, 2018, 7:12 am
#179
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Silicon wasteland
Programs: UA 1KMM
Posts: 1,381
I don't think that I have any stickers left that aren't expired, but maybe they won't look too closely. =) I'm tempted to take one for the team and report back.