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Japan JCT Filing and Deadlines

Updated 2026-08-02

JCT returns are filed annually by March 31. Monthly or quarterly provisional filing may be required for larger businesses.

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When is Japan JCT due?+

Annual JCT returns are due by March 31 of the following fiscal year.

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