RetireJapan

Thank you ever so much for the clear explanations - I feel much more reassured! I had this horrible gut feeling that I'd missed the memo on something important I needed to be doing. I think I will still need to head over to talk with them as my work/visa situation will be changing later this year, b...

Thank you for clarification! That is helpful. I've never remitted any money over from the UK to Japan, so that should keep things simpler. As it's my first time doing it I'll head over to my local office and talk about how to get it all in a row. The amount I received as a gift is below that so that...

Hoping I could get some advice as I want to make sure I'm not doing anything wrong or if I am, can rectify it as soon as possible! 1. Living in Japan for 6 years, working full time. Have been paying all taxes here on time through work. Will be here for the forseeable future. 2. Originally from UK, h...