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Japan JCT Registration Checklist

Step-by-step checklist for registering for Japanese Consumption Tax.

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Prerequisites

Business registration in Japan, office address, and authorized representative.

Registration Process

Application to the competent tax office, required documents, and processing time.

Ongoing Obligations

JCT return filing (monthly or quarterly), qualified invoice issuance, and record-keeping.

Usage Instructions

JCT registration is mandatory for B2B sellers issuing qualified invoices under the invoice system (effective Oct 2023).

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Updated 2026-08-02