Personal Medical Device → Japan

Personal medical devices permitted

Details

Personal medical devices in Japan are regulated under the PMD Act. Personal-use travelers may bring CPAP, glucose monitors, insulin pumps and similar without Yakkan-Shoumei provided quantities are clearly personal (one device of each type, 1-month consumables). Hearing aids and mobility aids are unrestricted personal-effects items. Declare at Customs Form C No. 5360 to expedite inspection.

Documentation required

• Doctor's letter recommended

Legal reference

Customs Act personal effects

Practical advice

Carry doctor's documentation. Declare electronic medical devices if asked.

Customs authority

Japan Customs (Ministry of Finance) · https://www.customs.mof.go.jp