Direct Extension
A branch can provide a direct extension of the foreign company into a new jurisdiction. Signum helps compare the branch with a separate local subsidiary, coordinate the required parent-company documentation and prepare the tax, representation and operating framework for the local presence.
Branch-versus-subsidiary assessment
Comparing liability, governance, investment and operational implications.
Parent-company documentation
Coordinating corporate records, constitutional documents and approvals.
Local representation
Identifying representative, address and authority requirements.
Branch registration
Preparing and coordinating local registration formalities.
Tax and permanent-establishment setup
Establishing the appropriate reporting and tax framework.
Operational handover
Preparing banking, accounting, payroll and ongoing compliance.
Branch Suitability
The branch operates as part of the foreign parent.
A registered branch can conduct business locally.
At least one branch representative must have an address and reside in Japan.
The foreign parent remains responsible for the branch's obligations.
Assess whether a branch or subsidiary better supports the project.
Coordinate parent-company records, approvals and local representation.
Complete the applicable branch and business registrations.
Set up tax, banking, accounting, employment and compliance processes.
Considering a Branch?
Compare direct parent-company operations with the legal and commercial separation offered by a local subsidiary.
Initial consultation · No commitment required
China
Hong Kong
Japan