When Can I Use the Paid-In Capital for My Business Manager Visa Company?

Q7. When can I start using the paid-in capital?
A7. Once the company registration is complete, you are permitted to use the paid-in capital for business operations. Even during the Business Manager Visa screening period, you may use these funds for ongoing expenses such as office rent. There is no requirement to maintain a cash balance of ¥5 million at the time of application.

However, please note that if you are applying to change your status of residence from another visa type (such as Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services or Student), you are not allowed to operate the business itself until the Business Manager Visa is granted. This means that the longer the examination period takes, the greater your running costs will become.

On the other hand, if you have a Japanese co-founder and are applying for your Business Manager Visa through a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) from abroad, it may be possible for the Japanese partner to begin business activities in Japan prior to your arrival.

FAQ: Japan Business Manager VISA
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