Import Permit Document and Alert on IOR Services
The Import Permit Document holds significant importance in import clearance procedures. It serves as evidence for the deduction of Japan Consumption Tax (JCT). When filing periodic JCT returns, this document is necessary to claim deductions or refunds for the amount paid during import. It is crucial to ensure that the Import Permit accurately reflects the […]
ACP Import under VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory)
We have experienced a significant increase in requests from new customers, particularly parts and materials manufacturers outside Japan, operating in the automotive and machinery parts industries. This surge in demand can be attributed to Japanese end-customers, who are manufacturers of finished goods, requesting a transition to VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory). Under the VMI scheme, inventory […]
Japan Qualified Invoice System and JCT Compliance (Japan Consumption Tax)
Recently, many companies have been registering as Qualified Invoice Issuers for Japanese Consumption Tax (JCT) due to the new invoice system introduced in October 2023. This new system is similar to the EU's VAT invoice system. After October 2023, your Japanese customer cannot claim input JCT credits unless the sellers (suppliers) issue a qualified invoice […]
Japan IOR - Check HS Code and Customs Value
When an individual or corporation outside of Japan imports goods into Japan, the cargo will be stopped at customs if various things are not checked before importation. The first and most important step is to set up an IOR (Importer of Record); with ACP (Attorney for Customs Procedures), an overseas individual or corporation can become […]
Japan IOR - Send Goods to Data Centers in Japan
Recently, many non-resident customers have been sending their goods to data centers in Japan. Non-resident entities often wish to import computer equipment, such as servers and related products, in order to provide various network services. When you make shipments to data centers in Japan (such as Equinix, AT TOKYO), you need to designate an IOR […]
Amazon Doesn't Become an IOR - Amazon FBA import to Japan
Amazon won't become an IOR Many Amazon FBA sellers mistakenly list Amazon as both the Importer of Record (IOR) and the consignee on their shipping documents—a frequent error we see in practice. Amazon has explicitly stated that it will not serve as an IOR in Japan. Can logistics providers (DHL, FEDEX, UPS etc...) be IOR? […]
SK Advisory has become an Amazon SPN provider as a qualified ACP service provider.
SK Advisory has officially become a qualified ACP service provider in Amazon’s Service Provider Network (SPN) under the Compliance category. Service providers listed in Amazon’s SPN are officially qualified by Amazon and support Amazon sellers in meeting regulatory requirements. SK Advisory is registered in the Compliance category and provides ACP/IOR services to help Amazon sellers […]