Working in Japan for a corporation in Iraq

By Mark 19 May 2022

Can I live in Japan and work remotely for a company in Iraq?

Yes, it is possible, however we usually recommend double-checking the following points:

  1. The company you are going to work for is registered in Japan.
  2. You are going to work for a Japanese company.
  3. The company you are going to work for is not a shell company.
  4. You have a valid work visa in Japan.
  5. You have a valid work visa in Iraq.
  6. You have a valid visa to enter Japan.
  7. You have a valid visa to enter Iraq.

If you have any questions about the above points, please feel free to contact us.
I have a work visa in Japan, but I am not working for a Japanese company.
Can I work for a Japanese company in Japan?
Yes, you can. You do not need to be working for a Japanese company to work for a Japanese company in Japan.
However, if you are working for a Japanese company in Japan, you are required to have a work visa in Japan.

Can I work for a Japanese company in Japan, but I am not working for a Japanese company?
Yes, you can.

How to find remote work in Iraq while living in Japan?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Iraq even though you are located in Japan. For that we need to be aware of the working conditions in Iraq.

If you are looking for a remote job in Iraq, you will need to know the following:

  1. Working hours
    In Iraq, the working hours are from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. However, some companies may have different working hours.
  2. Working days
    In Iraq, the working days are Monday to Friday. However, some companies may have different working days.
  3. Salary
    The salary in Iraq is not the same as the salary in Japan. It depends on the company and the position.
  4. Working environment
    The working environment in Iraq is not the same as the working environment in Japan.
  5. Working culture
    The working culture in Iraq is different from the working culture in Japan.
  6. Working conditions
    The working conditions in Iraq are not the same as the working conditions in Japan.

How to get paid in Japan when working remotely for a corporation in Iraq?

You can get paid in Japan even if you are working for a company in Iraq, however , you need to follow the procedures to get paid in Japan.

You may be thinking that how can I get paid in Japan? There are many ways to get paid in Japan. You can get paid in Japan through your bank account, your salary account, or you can get paid in Japan through your salary account.
I will be discussing how to get paid in Japan when working remotely for a corporation in Iraq.
Note: This article is about how to get paid in Japan, and not about how to get paid in Japan from a corporation in Iraq.
This article is written for those who are working remotely for a corporation in Iraq and are looking to get paid in Japan.
This article is not about how to get paid in Japan when working remotely for a corporation in Iraq.
If you are not working remotely for a corporation in Iraq, you can still get paid in Japan, and the steps to get paid in Japan are same as the steps to get paid in Japan when working remotely for a corporation in Iraq.

How to get paid in Japan when working remotely for a corporation in Iraq?
You can get paid in Japan when working remotely for a corporation in Iraq in the following ways:
Get paid through your salary account
Get paid through your bank account

How do taxes work in Japan if I’m working remotely for a company Japan?

When working remotely in Japan for a firm based in Iraq, taxes might be tricky, therefore we have a lot of questions.

In this article, I will explain how taxes work in Japan if you work remotely for a company in Japan.
In Japan, companies that have a presence in Japan, or at least in one of the Japanese prefectures, are required to pay taxes.
However, if you are working remotely in Japan for a firm based in Iraq, you do not have to pay taxes in Japan.
You can read more about Japanese tax law here.

What is the difference between working remotely in Japan and working in Japan?
When working remotely in Japan for a firm based in Iraq, there are two main differences compared to working in Japan.
First, the Japanese company will pay you in yen, and the Iraqi company will pay you in dinar.
Second, the Japanese company will send you your salary in yen, and the Iraqi company will send you your salary in dinar.
When working remotely in Japan for a firm based in Iraq, you will be paid in yen, and you will be paid in dinar.
However, you will be paid in yen at the Japanese company, and you will be paid in dinar at the Iraqi company.