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290863
Thu, 06/27/2013 - 05:23
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Japan Exempts Visa Requirement For Malaysians From July 1
KUALA LUMPUR, June 27 (Bernama) -- Effective July 1, Malaysian nationals who
hold ordinary biometric passports with an embedded microchip will no longer need
to obtain a visa for a short-term stay in Japan.
The Embassy of Japan in a statement on Wednesday said the Japan government
introduced the measure as part of its celebration of the 40th anniversary of the
Asean-Japan's friendship and cooperation.
"This development is expected to further enhance the exchange between Japan
and Malaysia with increased visits of tourists from Malaysia to Japan and
increased convenience in business between the two countries," the statement
said.
"Malaysian nationals who do not hold an ordinary biometric passport with an
embedded microchip that is compliant with ICAO International Civil Aviation
Organization standards will remain advised to obtain a visa," the statement
said.
-- BERNAMA