Work in New Zealand for a company in Japan

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

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

  1. What is the working time in Japan?
  2. Is your company registered in Japan?
  3. Do you have a visa for Japan?
  4. Are you allowed to work in Japan?
  5. Do you have an adequate salary?

Yes, it is possible, however we usually recommend double-checking the following points:
Yes, you can work in New Zealand and live in Japan.
Working hours in Japan are from 9:00am to 5:00pm.
It is very important to have a company registered in Japan. If your company is not registered in Japan, you may not be able to work in Japan.
If you are a Japanese citizen or have a visa for Japan, you can work in Japan.
If you are not allowed to work in Japan, you can not work in Japan.

How to find remote work in Japan while living in New Zealand?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Japan even though you are located in New Zealand. For that we need to have a look at the Japanese working conditions, the cost of living, the visa requirements and the salary.

Japanese Working Conditions
Japanese working conditions are pretty good. You can find a lot of job opportunities. However, you should know that the Japanese working culture is quite different than in other countries.
It is not uncommon to see Japanese employees working overtime. They also like to work on the weekends.
The salary is also quite low.
The cost of living in Japan is quite high.
You should be aware of these factors before you apply for a remote job in Japan.

How to find remote work in Japan?
Finding a remote job in Japan is not easy. There are a lot of requirements.

  1. You need to have a good command of Japanese.
    The Japanese working culture is quite different from the western working culture.
    You need to be able to communicate in Japanese.
  2. You need to be able to work independently.
  3. You need to be able to work in a team.
  4. You need to have a good command of English.

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

You can get paid in New Zealand even if you are working for a company in Japan, however , the company will need to be registered in New Zealand.

If you are working for a company in Japan and they are registered in New Zealand, then you can work for the company in Japan and get paid in New Zealand.
If you are working for a company in Japan and they are registered in Japan, then you can work for the company in Japan and get paid in Japan.

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

When working remotely in New Zealand for a firm based in Japan, taxes might be tricky, therefore , it is essential to understand the tax rules.

  1. What is the tax rate in New Zealand?
    The tax rate in New Zealand is based on the total earnings of the person. The tax rate is at 20% on the first $40,000 of earnings, and then it is at 28% on the remaining earnings.
  2. What are the tax deductions in New Zealand?
    There are a few tax deductions that are allowed for the New Zealand citizens.
    If you are a resident of New Zealand, you are entitled to the following deductions:
    If you are a New Zealand citizen, you are entitled to the following deductions:
  3. What is the tax exemption in New Zealand?
    The tax exemption is for the New Zealand citizens who are in the New Zealand residency.
  4. What is the tax exemption in New Zealand for the self-employed?
    If you are a New Zealand resident, you are entitled to the following tax exemption: