❓️ How Do I Prepare a Certificate of Non-Tuberculosis (TB) Status?
If your school asks for a Certificate of Non-Tuberculosis (TB) Status, you must visit a designated medical institution in your country to get it. This requirement applies only to students from specific countries and under certain conditions.
🎯 Who is this for?
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Students from the Philippines, Nepal, Vietnam, Indonesia, Myanmar, or China
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Students applying for a Certificate of Eligibility (CoE) or student visa on or after the dates TB screening becomes mandatory
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Students asked by their school to submit a TB certificate
❓ Question
My school asked me to submit a Certificate of Non-Tuberculosis (TB) Status. How can I get it?
✅ Answer
You must visit a designated medical institution in your home country and undergo TB screening. The clinic will issue the certificate if you are not diagnosed with tuberculosis.
📝 Additional Information
🗓 Who Needs to Submit the Certificate and When?
You are required to submit the certificate if all the following apply:
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You are a national of the Philippines, Nepal, Vietnam, Indonesia, Myanmar, or China
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You apply for a CoE after the mandatory start date listed below or
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You apply for a visa after the start date, even if your CoE was applied before it
| Country | Screening Starts (Expected) |
Certificate Required From (Expected) |
|---|---|---|
| Philippines, Nepal | March 24, 2025 | June 23, 2025 |
| Vietnam | May 26, 2025 | September 1, 2025 |
| Indonesia, Myanmar, China | In preparation | Same as above |
🩺 Important Notes
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Passport is required at the time of screening for identity verification.
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You must visit a designated medical institution in your country.
🔗 List of Designated Clinics (PDF) -
You are responsible for all screening costs.
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The processing time and fees vary by clinic—please check directly.
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The certificate is valid for 180 days from the date of the chest X-ray.
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Keep a copy of the certificate in case you are asked to show it after arriving in Japan.
📌 FAQ
Q. I have a passport from one of the target countries, but I live in the UK. Do I still need the TB certificate?
A. No. If you live in a third country, you do not need to submit a TB certificate. Instead, submit:
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A copy of your residence permit (including scanned versions)
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A written explanation
📄 Download form here
Q. Why is this requirement only for certain nationalities?
Japan identified that many TB cases among foreign residents come from certain countries. This policy is designed to reduce health risks during your stay.