Will you comply with Japanese laws? Japan plans new question for foreign visitors on entry form

Japan is considering introducing a new question on its immigration entry form that would require foreign nationals arriving in the country to declare whether they intend to follow Japanese laws and regulations.The proposed change, put forward by Japan's Immigration Services Agency, would require foreign nationals applying for permission to land in Japan to answer: "Are you willing to comply with Japanese laws and regulations?"The proposal is part of a draft amendment to a Justice Ministry ordinance.

The agency opened a public consultation on October 29, with submissions accepted until November 27, 2026.Under the existing rules, foreign nationals applying to enter Japan must submit an entry record form to an immigration inspector.