Resident Tax Certificate
課税証明書What is it?
Issued by your municipal office, it certifies your total income and resident tax payment (or exemption) status for a given year. Required by immigration authorities to verify you have paid local taxes in full and on time.
When is it needed?
- Permanent residency application (tax compliance check)
- Work visa renewal or status change
- Rental contract or public housing application
- Childcare or school subsidy applications
Where to Obtain
Convenience Store Kiosk
Available 24/7 at 7-Eleven, FamilyMart, Lawson, and Ministop nationwide using a My Number Card with the electronic certificate enabled. Check your municipality's website to confirm this service is active in your area.
How to print at a convenience store:
Requirements:
- My Number Card with electronic certificate active
- 4-digit certificate PIN (set in advance at city hall)
- Fee: ¥200 per copy (cheaper than counter)
- Not available during system maintenance (usually 2–5 AM)
Taxation vs. Exemption Certificate
Issued when you had taxable income. Shows total income, income after deductions, and the tax amount assessed.
Issued when your income was below the taxable threshold or you were exempt. Confirms you were registered and assessed but owed no resident tax.
A single certificate covering both cases. This is what most municipal offices issue by default and what immigration procedures typically request.
Tips Before You Submit
Confirm no unpaid or late resident tax payments before applying; outstanding balances can delay or reject a PR application
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