Q55: How much does it cost to establish a corporation in Japan?

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

A: For a stock company, a registration and license tax of more than 150,000 yen is required at the time of registration application. For a limited liability company, the registration and license tax is more than 60,000 yen at the time of application.

Questioner: Besides the registration application, what other costs are involved?

A: Other costs include the notarization fee for the articles of incorporation at the notary office and the cost of revenue stamps. Additionally, after the registration is complete, there are fees for issuing copies of the registry and seal registration certificates.

Questioner: I'm also concerned about the costs after establishment, but how much does it cost to hire a professional?

A: When hiring a professional, their fee is also included in the costs. The specific cost varies depending on the professional or service content, but it needs to be considered as part of the establishment expenses.

Questioner: Thank you. It's important to understand the costs and plan accordingly.

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