Online applicationNEW!
The Online Application System (Trial Operation in November) is now available.
Online Application Guidance
Online Application Guide
Applicants who meet the conditions below can apply online.
Even if you are not sure whether you are eligible for the online application, please start with the pre-application. The pre-application lets you check whether you meet the eligibility requirements.
| Application category | Import only, or both import and export |
|---|---|
| Application period | From applicants who can send their application documents at least 14 business days before the date of entry into Japan, to applicants whose date of entry is on or before December 20 |
| Eligible airports | Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita Airport (NRT) (no connecting flights) |
| Eligible substances | Stimulants' Raw Materials |
Flow from application to permit issuance
Applicant's procedures
date of entry into Japan
Processed by officials
- ※ The required documents are a medical certificate, photos of the medicine itself, and other supporting documents (such as proof of address and proof of long-term stay). Please keep each email within 10MB.
- ※ It takes at least about two weeks from the main application until the permit is issued.
After completing the pre-application, submit your application data through the main application form. Then reply to the copy of your main application that is sent to you by email at the same time, attaching the required documents. Your application is complete once these documents are sent.
The pre-application is required for all applicants.
※ This online application is being operated on a trial basis. If you do not meet the eligibility conditions above, please use the conventional application method (email / mail).
Contact for online application inquiries: NCD-ONLINE-APP (ncd-online-application@mhlw.go.jp)