Tax agent
When a foreign corporation that does not have a base in Japan (does not have a permanent establishment (PE)) conducts business in Japan, it is required to file tax returns and complete tax payment procedures. What you need in this case is a “tax agent.” A tax agent performs tax processing in Japan on behalf of a foreign company and plays the role of communicating with the tax office, filing tax returns, and making tax payments smoothly.
Service contents
We provide the following specific support.
Tax return
We will handle the necessary consumption tax declaration procedures for foreign corporations conducting business in Japan. We also handle communication with the tax office and responds accurately and quickly.
Communication with tax office and document preparation
As a tax agent, we will receive notifications and documents from the tax office and respond to inquiries on behalf of foreign corporations. We will also support you in creating complicated documents and communicating in Japanese.
Application for registration of qualified invoice issuing business (obtaining invoice number)
We will submit the application documents for becoming a qualified invoice issuing business to the tax office on behalf of the foreign corporation and get the number.
Consumption tax refund declaration
Even foreign corporations can file for a consumption tax refund if they meet the conditions. We will handle the consumption tax refund declaration on your behalf.
Tax investigation
If a tax audit is conducted in Japan, a tax agent will respond and protect the client’s interests. We will prevent problems from occurring by appropriately preparing and responding to tax audits.
Tax advisory services
We also provide tax consultation and strategic planning for foreign corporations doing business in Japan.
Fee
The price list below is just a guide. We will provide you with a quotation. For services not listed in the table below, we will provide a quotation.
| Tax agent remuneration | 10,000 yen per month |
|---|---|
| Obtaining a qualified billing company number (invoice number) | 55,000 yen |
| Consumption tax declaration | From 440,000 yen |
| Tax audit fee | 55,000 yen per day |
If you would like to use the above tax agent services, please contact us using the contact form below. We will contact you shortly. Please be assured that there will be no charge for just making an inquiry.
FAQ
- Do foreign corporations that are not based in Japan still need to declare consumption tax?
Yes, if a foreign corporation engages in consumption activities and conducts certain transactions in Japan, it may be required to declare consumption tax. Be especially careful when selling to customers in Japan.
- What is a tax agent?
A tax agent is an agent in Japan who handles tax returns and tax payment procedures on behalf of foreign corporations that do not have a base in Japan. If you need to declare and pay consumption tax, you are required to appoint a tax agent.
- How much sales tax is required to be declared for consumption tax?
As a general rule, if taxable sales in the base period (usually two periods before) exceed 10 million yen, you will be required to declare consumption tax. This standard also applies to foreign corporations. Additionally, if you become a qualified invoice issuing business, you will become a consumption tax payer from that point onwards.
- Can I file a tax return even if I am not in Japan?
Yes, by appointing a tax agent, even foreign corporations that are not based in Japan can file tax returns. A tax agent will handle the necessary procedures on your behalf.
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Office information
| Office name | Kaku Tax Accountant Office |
| representative | Koji Kaku (Certified Tax Accountant) |
| address | Albergo Ochanomizu421 2-1-19 Kanda Surugadai Chiyoda-ku Tokyo Japan |
| phone | +81-3-5577-3874 |
| mobile phone | +81-90-4389-6703 |
| info@kakutax.com |