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JapanTax and Goods/Services RegistrationTax and Goods/Services Registration
Register for tax and for goods and services tax. Handled by the National Tax Agency (consumption tax registration).
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- Official program name
- Tax and Goods/Services Registration
- Program category
- Tax and goods/services registration
- Regulator
- The National Tax Agency (consumption tax registration)
- What it covers
- Registering your company with the tax authority so you can invoice, charge sales tax, VAT or GST where it applies, and file returns.
- Who needs it
- Any business that sells goods or services in the country.
- Typical documents
- Company registration papers, proof of address, owner or director identification and a description of your activities and expected turnover.
- Processing time
- To be confirmed. Confirm with the regulator.
- Official source
- nta.go.jp
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Our guide explains how this route works in practice and what to prepare first.
Read the guide →Directional guidance only, not legal advice. Requirements depend on your product and change often. Confirm current rules and fees with the regulator before you apply.