Japan is pushing forward with immigration reform, planning to fully digitize customs declaration forms at airports nationwide by 2030. The move aims to improve convenience for foreign travelers while supporting the goal of raising the number of international visitors to Japan to 60 million per year by the same timeframe.
Under the plan, all customs declaration processes at air entry points will be converted to digital format by 2030, reducing waiting times and minimizing paperwork for passengers. The program is part of the Japanese government's overall strategy to boost tourism and streamline border procedures.
Japan has already trialed an electronic customs declaration system at several major airports. Expanding it across the entire network will require investment in information technology infrastructure and coordination among customs authorities, airports, and airlines. Authorities expect the change to not only benefit travelers but also enhance the efficiency of entry management.
