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Key Post-Incorporation Notifications in Japan

Tax Office Notifications

• Notification of Incorporation: Within 2 months of incorporation.
• Blue Tax Return Approval: For preferential tax treatment; due within 3 months of incorporation.
• Salary-Paying Office Notification: Within a month of office establishment.
• Approval for Income Tax Payment Cycle Change: Allows a shift from monthly to every 6 months.

Prefectural and Municipal Offices

• Notification of Incorporation: Within 1 month post-incorporation (15 days for Tokyo's 23 wards).

Social Insurance Office

• New Application Notification.
• Report on Office Circumstances.
• Insured Eligibility Notification: For health, nursing care, and pension systems.

Labor Standards Inspection Office

• Labor Insurance Relationship Establishment.
• Labor Insurance Premium Declaration: For industrial injury insurance and compensation.

Public Employment Office (Hello Work)

• Company Eligible for Employment Insurance Notification.
• Insured Status Acquisition Notification: Ensures income compensation during unemployment or leave.

Bank of Japan

• Notification for Overseas Contributions: Mandatory if an individual outside Japan contributes >10% of total stated capital.

By promptly submitting these notifications, businesses ensure compliance and access essential benefits and protections in Japan’s regulatory landscape. Stay informed to manage your company effectively.