Refusal of entry I intend to expand to foreigners who have stayed in Zhejiang Province

Refusal of immigration policy Expansion to foreigners who have stayed in Zhejiang Province etc. February 12 5:06

In order to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus infection, the government has reinforced its policy to refuse entry not only to China and Hubei Province but also to foreigners who have stayed in Zhejiang Province, where the infection is spreading. Was.

In order to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus, the government will require foreigners who have stayed in Hubei Province, China within 14 days prior to entry from this month and foreigners who have a passport issued in Hubei Province. We have implemented measures to refuse entry into Japan unless there are special circumstances.

In addition, the government has decided to extend the areas of denied entry to Zhejiang, where the infection is widespread.

After confirming these policies at the meeting of the Headquarters on the morning of the 12th, we will proceed with the approval of the Cabinet by rotating.

In addition, the government will expand the inspection system by requesting local and private inspection organizations to cooperate with virus inspections on passengers and crew members of the Diamond Princess, a cruise ship with confirmed outbreaks. It is a policy.