Q69: Is there a tax risk for a liaison office?
2024-04-01
A: A liaison office faces the risk of being subject to corporate taxation in Japan if it is recognized as a PE […]
Q68: Can a liaison office open a bank account?
2024-04-01
A: A liaison office can open a bank account, but the account is usually in the personal name of the liaison of […]
Q67: Can a liaison office employ staff? And can it enroll in various insurances?
2024-04-01
A: Yes, a liaison office can employ staff in Japan. Although the employees will be employed by a foreign corpo […]
Q66: Can the existence of a liaison office be officially proven?
2024-03-29
A: No, there is no method to officially prove the existence of a liaison office within Japan. Explanation Sinc […]
Q65: Is registration with the Legal Affairs Bureau required for a liaison office?
2024-03-29
A: No, registration with the Legal Affairs Bureau is not required when establishing a liaison office. A liaiso […]
Q64: What activities can be conducted at a liaison office?
2024-03-29
A: A liaison office can primarily engage in preparatory and auxiliary activities such as information gathering […]