Transfer merger: common for general cargo
Updated: July 2024, 3
Supports applications for approval of business transfers, mergers, and splits after general cargo transportation business permission has been granted.
At our company, we handle procedures for applications for approval of transfer, merger, or division of general cargo transportation business that occur after obtaining a general cargo transportation business license.
This is a common application that can be applied to by all truck operators, moving transport operators, and mortuary transport operators that fall under the general cargo transport industry, and it is necessary to apply for approval as a condition for business transfer or merger to be completed. there is.
We will apply for the necessary procedures at the appropriate time and provide advice to ensure that legal procedures are not overlooked.
Especially for transportation companies that conduct transportation business with multiple offices or multiple related companies, the application for approval is often complicated, so it is important to understand the current application status.
If you are unable to keep track of the status of your permit application due to a change in the person in charge, or if you are considering outsourcing the entire process due to complicated management, please feel free to contact us.
| Changed item | Description | Standard processing period |
| Approval for transfer and acquisition of general freight motor vehicle transportation business | This applies to cases where all or part of the business of a transportation company that holds a general freight vehicle transportation business license is transferred to another company. | 1-3 months |
| Approval of merger or split of a corporation that is a general motor vehicle transportation business | This applies when a transportation business that holds a license for general freight vehicle transportation business is merged through an incorporation-type merger or an absorption-type merger, or when a company is split through an incorporation-type split or an absorption-type company split. | 1-3 months |
Delays in approval application procedures will also affect business transfer, merger, and split agreements.
As stated in the table above, "approval of transfer and acquisition of general motor vehicle transportation business" and "approval of merger or split of corporations that are general motor vehicle transport businesses" are based on the standards of the competent administrative agency. There is a processing period, and it takes 1 to 3 months from application to approval.
In addition, since it is necessary to prepare the application form before applying, it is necessary to calculate backwards and make a plan for business transfer, merger, or split.
In particular, when applying for approval for business transfers or mergers, it is necessary to reevaluate the current status of the application, and unexpected situations often occur.
We recommend that you consult us in advance at an early stage.
Attached documents for application for general freight vehicle transportation business transfer approval application
| Item | Document name |
| 1 | Copy of transfer/assignment agreement |
| 2 | Statement of transfer and transfer prices |
| 3 | Assignee's materials ①Articles of incorporation or donation act and certificate of registered matters ②Balance sheet for the most recent business year ③ List and resume of officers or employees |
| 4 | Documents proving that none of the items in Article 5 (grounds for disqualification) of the Act apply. |
| 5 | Copy of notification receipt from the Fair Trade Commission (if necessary) |
| 6 | Comparison table of old and new business plans |
| 7 | Documents describing the operation management system for business vehicles |
| 8 | Document proving the right to use the facility |
| 9 | Documents describing the outline of the facility used for the project and the surrounding situation ① Facility guide map, floor plan, floor plan (quadrature) drawing, and photo ②A declaration that the facility does not conflict with related laws and regulations such as the City Planning Act ③ Road width certificate for the road in front of the garage |
| 10 | Operation manager qualification certificate (copy) and appointment consent form |
| 11 | Document (copy) certifying the qualifications of maintenance manager and letter of acceptance of appointment |
| 12 | When starting new transportation using freight vehicles, a comparison table of old and new business plans related to transportation using freight vehicles. |
Attached documents for general freight motor vehicle transportation business merger approval application
| Item | Document name |
| 1 | Copy of merger agreement |
| 2 | Explanation of the method and conditions of the merger |
| 3 | Documents describing the operation management system for business vehicles |
| 4 | Documents describing the outline of the facility used for the project and the surrounding situation ① Documents describing the outline of the project facility and surrounding conditions ② Floor plan, floor plan (quadrature), and current status photo of the vicinity of the facility ③Document (oath) stating that there is no violation of related laws and regulations such as the City Planning Act ④Document proving the right to use the facility ⑤ Road width certificate of the road in front of the garage or a certificate stating that the width does not conflict with the Vehicle Restriction Ordinance. ⑥Document proving the right to use the planned business vehicle and a detailed list of vehicle specifications |
| 5 | A copy of the contract regarding transportation with the company you use (if you use transportation) |
| 6 | Documents related to facilities used for business related to transportation business |
| 7 | Materials regarding the corporation that will survive after the merger ①Articles of incorporation or donation act and a copy of the register ②Balance sheet for the most recent business year ③ List and resume of officers or employees |
| 8 | Documents proving that the applicant does not fall under any of the items in Article 5 (grounds for disqualification) of the Act, and violation of the Road Transportation Act or the Freight Motor Vehicle Transport Business Act (3 months from the date of application (6 months in case of egregious cases)). Documents certifying that the person has not been subject to any punishment greater than suspension of use of automobiles or other transportation facilities, or restriction of use. |
For transportation business applications, please contact Support Administrative Scrivener Corporation
At Support Administrative Scrivener Corporation, we provide application support and consulting regarding transportation businesses, from those who are newly registering and obtaining permission for a transportation business to those who are already operating a transportation business.
The transportation business has moved from the stage of simply receiving a permit to the stage of requiring the establishment of a compliance system.
Our staff has a track record of applying in all prefectures across the country. Please contact us by all means.
Our dedicated staff handles cases nationwide.
