Q32: What documents are required for a Korean to become a shareholder in a Japanese corporation?


Japanese Certified Public Accountant ・Tax Accountant Hiroya Aihara
Ringo Tax Corporation

A: For an investor becoming a shareholder, a seal registration certificate or a signature verification certificate is required. However, the method of acquisition varies depending on the place of address registration.

Q: What documents are needed if there is a registered address in Japan?

A: If there is a registered address in Japan, a seal registration certificate can be obtained from the municipal office. If there is no resident registration, a Korean with a registered address in Korea can obtain a seal registration certificate from a Korean notary office or a signature verification certificate from the Korean Embassy in the country of residence.


Q: What documents are needed if there is no registered address in Japan but there is one in Korea?

A: If there is a registered address in Korea, a seal registration certificate can be obtained from a Korean notary office. Additionally, a signature verification certificate can be obtained from the Korean Embassy in the country of residence.