[NEW YORK] JOHN F. KENNEDY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Updated: January 21, 2025
Notices
- Canada eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization) requirement under the Canada Visa Waiver
- Changes to the Electronic System for Travel Authorization under the US Visa Waiver Program
- Notice for Passengers Traveling to and from the United States: Immigration Procedures and Prohibited Carry-on Articles
- Lighters on Flights to and from the US
- Upgrading to Premium Economy Class at the airport
- A.P.I.S.
Arrival
Arrival flow
1 Immigration
2 Baggage Claim
3 Customs
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Flights operated by JAL will arrive at Terminal 8.
Terminal 8
Arrival regulations
Quarantine
Quarantine inspections are conducted at the same time as customs inspections.
Immigration
Documents required for entry
| Required documents | Description |
|---|---|
| VISA | Japan is an eligible country under the United States Visa Waiver Program (VWP).
Depending on the purpose of visit (study, work, etc.), a visa or additional documentation may be required. Please contact the US Embassy for further information.
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| Passport | A machine-readable passport (MRP) or an IC passport (IC chipped) valid until the date of return to your home country. |
| Immigration card |
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| Customs declaration form | Not required. |
| A return airline ticket or e-ticket | Please bring it. |
Customs
Inspection process for Customs will be conducted at Immigration by CBP officer. If you have any items to declare, please declare them to an official.
Pets
Prior reservation is necessary if you wish to bring your pet, as the transportation environment within the aircraft needs to be prepared. Please contact JAL International Reservations - Inquiries in advance.
Please also be sure to check with the embassy or quarantine station at your destination for animal quarantine information such as import restrictions and required documentation.
Departure
Departure flow
1 Check-in
2 Security check
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開くFlights operated by JAL will depart from Terminal 8.
Terminal 8
Departure regulations
Japan Airlines departs from Terminal 8 at the John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Check-in
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From 3hours 30minutes to 1hour before departure time
JL005
From 3 hours to 1 hous before departure time
Check the location of the check-in counter on the airport monitor.
Security check
Your carry-on baggage will be examined, and there will be a check for liquids in your possession.
Restrictions on liquids, gels and aerosols as carry-on baggage
Immigration
You do not have to go through Immigration when departing the United States.
Customs
There is no customs inspection when departing from the United States.
However, passengers who hold over 10,000 USD must declare to Customs and Boarder Protection before departing the United States.
Lounge
The Soho Lounge, The Greenwich Lounge and Admirals Club Lounge are available in the John F. Kennedy International Airport.
More details can be found at the link below.
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