When do I need to register for Japan JCT?
Last updated: 2026-08-02·Verified: 2026-08-02
📋 Direct Answer
Japan JCT (Japanese Consumption Tax) registration is mandatory if your taxable sales in Japan exceed ¥10 million in the base period (prior fiscal year). From October 2023, Amazon sellers can voluntarily register for JCT to issue qualified invoices (インボイス制度). Non-resident sellers selling B2C to Japanese consumers through e-commerce must register and file. Cost: ¥50,000-200,000. Timeline: 2-3 months.
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Requirements
¥50,000-200,000
Est. Total Cost
2-3 months
Timeline
Item by Item
If applicableJCT Registration¥50,000-200,0002-3 months
- 1Apply to NTA (National Tax Agency) via tax office
- 2Provide business registration and sales data
- 3Receive JCT registration number (T + 13 digits)
If applicableQualified Invoice Issuance¥50,000-200,0001-2 months
- 1Register for qualified invoice issuer (適格請求書発行事業者)
- 2Update invoicing system to meet Invoice Act requirements
- 3Issue qualified invoices for B2B transactions
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- • NTA (National Tax Agency of Japan)
- • Japan Consumption Tax Act
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