Chain successions tax credit
If the mother also dies within 10 years after the father's death, chain successions tax credit are recognized and the inheritance tax is reduced.As a result, an amount equivalent to a certain percentage of the tax amount imposed at the time of inheritance (primary inheritance) upon the death of the father will be deducted from […]
Points to note when hiring foreigners
In order for foreigners to work in Japan, it is necessary to have a status of residence that allows them to work.If an employer hires a foreigner who does not have a status of residence that allows them to work, they will be punished with imprisonment with work for up to 3 years or a […]
Requirements for a foreigner to become the representative of a Japanese branch and obtain the status of residence of “Business Manager”
When a new foreign national is appointed as the representative of a Japanese branch of a foreign company and applies for the status of residence of "Business Manager", the business scale of the company will be considered.Specifically, one of the following will be the criteria for permission. In addition to those engaged in management or […]
When a foreigner runs a Secondhand Articles Business
A person who intends to operate a business must obtain permission from a Prefectural Public Safety Commission.If a foreigner with a work visa obtains this Secondhand Articles Business license, caution is required.In the case of a person with a status of residence of "Engineer / Specialist in Humanities / International Services" or "Intra-company Transferee", which […]
Lump-sum Withdrawal Payments from Pension Insurance for Foreigners Who Worked in Japan
Foreigners working in Japan are supposed to join either the employee's pension or the national pension, depending on the type of company they work for.If you have paid premiums for 10 years (120 months) or more, you can receive a certain amount of this pension when you reach the age of 65.However, if you return […]
Change from “Temporary Visitor” to “Spouse or Child of Japanese National”
A change of status of residence from “Temporary Visitor” to another status of residence is stipulated that “it shall not be permitted unless it is based on unavoidable special circumstances” (Article 20, Paragraph 3 of the Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act).Therefore, it is not possible to change the status of residence without special unavoidable […]
Points to note when using a rented house as an office when applying for a status of residence of “Business Manager”
When applying for a status of residence of “Business Manager” using a rented house as an office, you need to pay attention to the following points. It is necessary to obtain permission from the landlord to use it as an office. There must be a clear separation between the residential area and the office area. […]
Status of residence for sports instructors
If a foreigner works as a sports instructor in Japan, he or she will be granted the status of residence of "Skilled Labor" if he/she meets any of the following requirements. A person who has three years or more of practical experience in sports instruction skills (including the period of majoring in sports instruction subjects […]
Status of Residence for Foreign Athletes
Regarding the status of residence of foreign athletes who are active in Japan, it is roughly determined whether the foreigner is a professional athlete or an amateur athlete.The status of residence for professional athletes is “Entertainer” and the status of residence for amateur athletes is “Designated Activities”.Participating in a sporting match under a contract with […]
Is a virtual office acceptable for a foreigner to establish a company in Japan and obtain a "Business Manager" status of residence?
When a foreigner establishes a company in Japan, it is necessary to secure an office.In recent years, there are examples of startups and SOHOs using a so-called virtual office where an operator answers incoming calls without actually moving in by borrowing an address or phone number.However, this virtual office is not permitted when obtaining the […]