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Japanese tax-qualified invoicing method 2023

A mandatory consumption tax invoicing system will become in force in Japan on October 1, 2023.

To allow businesses time to implement the new invoicing system, called the “tax-qualified invoice method”. This method will be required for Japanese Consumption Tax (JCT) payers to maintain tax-qualified invoices issued by registered suppliers for input tax credits purposes. The invoicing system realizes that the tax amount is calculated correctly, considering the multiple tax rates that came into force in Japan.

Taxpayers should apply at the tax office to obtain certification. That starts October 1, 2021 and ends March 31, 2023.

SAP add-on for e-invoicing

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KGT SAP add-ons for SAF-T, e-invoicing and MTD UK for VAT work as a standalone application within the SAP system and does not change existing customer SAP functionality or processes. It is fully configurable with custom namespace /KGT.

KGT partnered up with SAP regarding 'SAP Advanced Compliance Reporting for SAP HANA'. The 'Advanced Compliance Reporting' (ACR) service enables you to configure, generate, analyze, and electronically submit statutory reports that contain indirect taxes, such as value-added tax.

KGT provides also S/4 HANA transformation support.

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Country update for Japan
11 March 2021
Stay informed about the latest indirect tax developments in Japan, including regulatory changes, compliance requirements, and indirect tax guidance affecting businesses operating locally and cross-border. This page provides a structured overview of country-specific updates, such as new legislation, reporting obligations, digital tax initiatives, and implementation timelines.
These insights help tax, finance, and compliance professionals anticipate regulatory changes, adjust processes and systems, and maintain compliant operations in Japan.