Japan to Raise Exit Tax to 3,000 Yen in July to Combat Overtourism

TOKYO, June 21 (CNA) - Japan's National Tax Agency will increase the international tourist tax (exit tax) levied on foreign visitors and departing Japanese citizens from the current 1,000 yen (approximately NT$197) to 3,000 yen, effective July 1.

According to Kyodo News, this tax will be collected directly by airlines and other carriers and paid to the government. The government plans to use these tax revenues to address the issue of overtourism. Additionally, to alleviate the burden on citizens, passport application fees will be reduced.

As stipulated by the National Tax Agency, transit passengers departing within 24 hours of entry and infants under two years of age will be exempt. In principle, if a ticket is purchased before June 30, the international tourist tax will remain at the original 1,000 yen.

The report added that Japan's projected revenue from the international tourist tax for fiscal year 2025 is approximately 49 billion yen. As the tax increase will occur mid-fiscal year in fiscal year 2026, the estimated tax revenue for the current fiscal year is expected to increase to about 130 billion yen. (Compiled by Li Jing / Reviewed by Chen Yu-ting) 0621

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