Support for export license applications under the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act
Updated: July 2026, 9
Support for export license applications under the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act
We provide support for various export license applications under the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act for exports from Japan to overseas.
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1. Apply together with the Certificate of Origin.
You can entrust us with the determination and application for issuance of "Certificates of Origin" required for using EPAs and FTAs, as well as the application for "Bulk Export Licenses and Individual Licenses" based on the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act. By consolidating the point of contact, we can significantly reduce your company's burden and support the establishment of a smooth export system.
2. We can handle large-volume, regular exports and complex ongoing management with peace of mind.
Outsourcing can solve the cumbersome deadline management tasks, such as the renewal applications required to maintain comprehensive licenses and the submission of annual self-management checklists. We have established a system that allows for the stable operation of continuous export operations.
3. Available nationwide
As a legal scrivener firm with offices in Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka, we support companies nationwide, regardless of their location.
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There are two main types of export license applications: "blanket licenses" and "individual licenses." You need to choose the most suitable method depending on the nature of the transaction and the target country.
① Application for blanket license (general blanket license / specific blanket license)
What is a blanket license?
This system allows for the export of goods and technology to a specific country (destination) in a single application for a certain period (generally 3 years). For companies that regularly export to the same country, this eliminates the need to obtain permission each time, making it essential for streamlining operations.
Our specific support services include:
● Creating and submitting application documents online: Preparation of necessary documents such as the general comprehensive export license application form, We also handle online applications to the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry using NACCS (National Accident Computing System for Ports and Harbors).
② Individual permit application
Individual permits are:
This system requires specifying the goods/technology to be exported, the destination, and the end-user for each contract, and obtaining a separate permit for each contract. This is required for transactions that fall outside the conditions of a blanket license, or for exports to countries with a high degree of risk (document classification as defined by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry).
Our specific support services include:
● Handling complex document review and interviews: The required documents vary depending on the destination's risk classification (A to C). We collect basic transaction information from our customers and carefully review the documents to ensure there are no discrepancies or omissions. ● Preparation of the application details document: Regarding the "circumstances leading to export" and "specific intended use," which are important for individual permits, We will conduct interviews with our clients and draft appropriate documents that are likely to pass the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry's review process. ● NACCS application assistance: Based on the documents you have prepared, we will initiate the application process through NACCS.
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Contact Us
Consultations and quotes regarding export licenses are free of charge, no matter how many times you need them. Please contact us first by phone or through the inquiry form below.
Consultation and application
We will listen to your company's situation in detail and explain our services.
Document Preparation
We will collect and prepare all the necessary documents for obtaining export permits. Export permits require different documents and formats depending on the destination and type of cargo, but they can be prepared efficiently by utilizing our proprietary database.
Application
We will prepare the necessary documents for export permits on your behalf and submit them to the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry. We will also handle any additional document instructions.
Examination
After the documents are received, the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry will conduct a review that will take several days to several weeks. If you receive correction instructions due to missing documents or corrections, we will respond.
Authorization
Once you receive permission, you will receive a permit. You can begin work as soon as you receive your permit.
Even after submitting the permit application, various other applications will be required. In addition to the possibility of being subject to permit conditions, permits must be renewed at regular intervals.
